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Miller Auditorium announces 2013-14 season

News

… "Memphis." Available now, season subscriptions are the best way to receive discounted tickets and priority seating. … from $112 to $204 and include tickets to all four PNC Broadway in West Michigan Series shows, with an optional add-on … "We Built this City" and "Can't Fight this Feeling." Set in 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl meets a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6864

Occupational therapy program celebrates 100 years of improving quality of life

W Magazine

… R. Spear established what is today Western’s program, OT was still in its infancy as a profession. Located at the … Hospital in those early days, the training program was one of the first of its kind in Michigan. By 1939, it … launched a clinical doctoral degree, with the first class set to graduate next year. This three-year OT doctorate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/69000

Undergraduate research, career-related experiences helped psychology grad find purpose

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… a neuropsychologist. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Haila Jiddou has always been interested in psychology and how the brain works. … she says. "I didn't realize it at the time, but it really set me apart. And now looking back at it and applying to … will receive her bachelor's degree in psychology with a concentration in behavioral science at Western's fall 2023 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73684

Two honored with WMU’s Distinguished Service Award

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… Two honored with WMU’s Distinguished Service Award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—A … are the recipients of the 2012-13 Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Alan E. Kehew, professor of geosciences and … honored during the University's annual Academic Convocation set for 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4 , in the Dalton Center Recital …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9677

WMU gearing up to celebrate 90 years of homecoming

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… words of the WMU fight song. That's a fitting theme in more ways than one. There are so many exciting events to choose … 90th homecoming and 75th year of hosting football games in Waldo Stadium. It's also marking the 50th year of the … The Homecoming football game is one of many events set for Oct. 12. Homecoming Saturday is big draw Scores of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9973

Fresh approaches to instruction

University Libraries

… from information literacy instruction. The librarians set a goal of ensuring every undergraduate has library … significantly in 2023 as our librarian’s new strategy was implemented.  “We are approaching information literacy … Center to deliver research instruction for Portage Central High School students working on their senior …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2024/03/impact-report-fresh-approaches-instruction

Parent Perspectives

Precollege Programming

… and training. Just as Tiger Woods played golf since he was 4 and Michael Jordan spent hours perfecting his … homework done if they use it wisely. Help your child set up their schedule and assist with their homework if they need and want it, but as the year goes on, back off and let them do …

https://wmich.edu/precollege/atyp/parentperspective

Western Michigan University recognized for innovation in sustainability

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Keeton Bigham-Tsai was among the students who participated in the first Bronco … today, and Western Michigan University students aren't waiting until graduation to make an impact. … "By fostering sustainable practices and initiatives, you set an inspiring example for your peers and future …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72762

Autism experts slated for annual Michigan Autism Conference

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… on the neurodevelopmental disorder. The conference is set for Wednesday through Friday, Oct. 7-9 , and is … Experts will come from across the country and as far away as Germany to talk about the most effective … Orderly." Friday, Oct. 9 , keynote speakers are Dr. Jane Howard , who received her doctoral degree from WMU, a licensed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27282

WMU to confer more than 2,700 degrees at spring commencement

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… spring ceremonies will last about two hours and be geared toward students who are graduating from a particular set of degree-granting academic units. The 9 a.m. ceremony …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23424