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'The student center is not just a place'

W Magazine

… connection and community. I am honored to be here and want to thank all the organizers for inviting me to represent the student body and for putting on this … excellent new student center.  In full transparency, when I was invited to speak, I was worried that anything I said …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/student-center-wsa-speech

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Progression Track

Occupational Therapy

… your existing education and experience—helping you move toward your bachelor’s degree while continuing to work. Apply … of Health and Human Services graduates working full time have a job related to their degree —2024-25 Career … in OTA Progression Track is designed for students who want to continue their education in occupational therapy …

https://wmich.edu/ot/academics/progressiontrack

The Velvelettes: A legendary Motown group born on Western's campus

News

… with the keys. "Music is my life. It still is and it was when I was a kid," says Bertha Barbee-McNeal , … Motown group The Velvelettes. At 9 years old, she remembers, "I would sit on my curb (in Flint, Michigan), and I … … we won that $25!" The ladies' newfound fame on campus unearthed a challenge; their exotic name was difficult for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63261

Shirley N. Sparks Faculty Endowment Fund

College of Health and Human Services

… Shirley N. Sparks Faculty Endowment Fund Shirley N Sparks Shirley N. Sparks attended the University of Iowa. Initially, she wanted to be a theatre major, but after her first reading, …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/sparks

Elizabeth Stoner Cameron

Vocal Studies

… Elizabeth Stoner Cameron Soprano  Elizabeth Cameron  is a versatile performer, … Additionally, she has presented solo recitals in Iowa, Maryland, Michigan, New York, and Wisconsin.  As an … in Grease, Lilli/Kate in Kiss Me Kate, Zinia in an Off-Broadway workshop production of Tear Gas, Rose in Secret Garden, …

https://wmich.edu/vocal/faculty/stoner

Students present research at international conference

News

… research at the Conference on Health IT and Analytics in Washington, D.C. The annual research summit gathers … systems. “Both Blake and Brandon started working with me on separate projects at the beginning of the summer of … their initiatives.” The students’ travel to the conference was completely subsidized by donors to the dean’s …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57402

Expect festivities and finances to be top of mind as holidays approach

Haworth College of Business

… their perspectives on what trends are influencing consumer behavior and impacting households. Home for the holidays, food and gatherings Dr. Russell Zwanka, associate professor of marketing and director of WMU … products—things like lululemon’s Disney collaboration or Zendaya’s line with On shoe company,” says Cowley. “Gen Z is …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/festivities-finances-2024

Assistant professor to present on professional identity in counselor education

College of Education and Human Development

… assistant professor in Western Michigan University's Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology, has … what it would look like if a counselor education student was taught by a faculty member who only taught their own … says Ngadjui. "So if I taught it and told students that was the best way to be, what would that mean for them in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72789

Virtual Bash will have interactive video game feel

News

… Virtual Bash will have interactive video game feel Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A … pictures with avatars and post on social media. "We really wanted to create a more engaging atmosphere," says Brad … feel like an actual virtual version of Bronco Bash. You can walk around, visit booths, talk with other attendees through …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65084

WMU men's rugby club eyes national championship

News

… WMU men's rugby club eyes national championship Submitted by … has a shot at its first-ever national title. Powering their way to the Mid-American Conference Sevens Championship with … at the USA Rugby College Sevens National Championship.  "I was talking to everyone before the game and just saying, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53484