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Professor honored for her service, commitment to students

News

… University, will be honored with the Distinguished Service Award during the Fall Awards Celebration on  Friday, Oct. 11 . “Dr. DeChano-Cook … to their success, both academically and personally, sets her apart as a leader who genuinely cares about every …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/lisa-dechano-cook-receives-2024-distinguished-service-award

Ethics Center announces book clubs for Spring 2025

Study of Ethics in Society

… religious and cultural influences to address a set of guiding questions. These include: What constitutes a … Philosophy, will lead the discussions. In this book, the award-winning philosopher who used to be Google’s AI ethicist suggests that the best way to think of AI is as a mirror, rather than a mind. When …

https://wmich.edu/ethics/news/2025/01/ethics-books

Sales students continue high performance at national competitions

News

… Institute National Sales Challenge . The two-person team was composed of Asad Khaja of Kalamazoo and Alexa DeVos of … for the role-play portion of the competition, which was held Nov. 19-21 at William Paterson University. Last … challenge involved meeting with a bank branch manager to set up a mutual referral relationship where the given …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20776

Master of Arts in Behavior Analysis

Psychology

… and professional trainings. 4. Instill in students an awareness and openness toward individual differences and cultural diversity. Students … impact of their clients. 5. Establish in students the skill set to consume and conduct empirical research. Students will …

https://wmich.edu/psychology/academics/graduate/ba/masters

Student Features

Business Magazine

… Experience-Driven Learning and industry relationships are central to the success of these Business Broncos. Student … Those lessons shaped not only my work ethic, but also the way I carry myself professionally, with gratitude, humility … 2026 and Plante Moran for spring 2027. With her sights set on earning her Master of Science in Accountancy and her …

https://wmich.edu/businessmagazine/studentfeatures2026

School Social Work

School of Social Work

… School Social Work Links Apply Programs Concentrations Specializations School social work is a … School Social Worker in the state of Michigan. If you want to become certified in another state, please contact … one (1) full school year as a social worker in a school setting providing social work services to students with …

https://wmich.edu/socialwork/school-social-work

Phase 3 Recap

… and the community. Emerging Paths to Success : We will set ourselves apart by embracing—instead of … linked. Wellness combines with a strong mind and becomes central to our purpose. Enacted Behaviors Openness : Open, … Big. We are each accountable for our own voice and being aware of what’s happening.We are mission-focused. Action : Do …

https://wmich.edu/thinkbig/phase3

Psychology Alumnus Receives Teaching Excellence Award

College of Arts and Sciences

… Psychology Alumnus Receives Teaching Excellence Award Department of Psychology alumnus Dr. Sean Laraway '03 received the Teaching Excellence Award by the … they gave him to teach and serve as a teacher's assistant set him up to succeed. Dr. Laraway's 10 notes of advice for …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/laraway

Public invited to read 'Life of Pi,' attend author's talk in fall

News

… Journeys: Crossing the Pacific, Dealing With Trauma" set for Oct. 23 in Miller Auditorium . It is being … sinks. A single lifeboat remains afloat on the blue Pacific waters. The only survivors are Pi, a hyena, a wounded zebra, … session hosted by ABC News in 2003 that he wanted Pi to reflect the idea that life is an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15540

Degree Works for Faculty and Staff

Registrar's Office

… helps students and advisors monitor a student's progress toward degree completion. Degree Works compares Western … that shows students how courses they have taken count toward degree requirements. Degree Works also clearly … term, and advice. The calculators will help students set realistic goals at the beginning of the semester, or …

https://wmich.edu/registrar/faculty-staff/degree-works