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WMU prof takes tax help to indigenous villages in Alaska

News

… Alaska. The program is supported by the Internal Revenue Service, an Anchorage-based nonprofit and various tribal … returns. They rode around on snow machines, ate whale and walrus, and took steam baths with tribal elders. Kinsey … that "while temperatures were cold, the villagers kept us warm with their hospitality." Other students involved in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30766

Mariana Levin

Mathematics

… productive disciplinary engagement – broadly working towards an understanding of “What makes mathematics learning … students’ reasoning about algebra (Levin, 2018; Levin & Walkoe, 2022; Walkoe & Levin, 2020), pre-service elementary teachers reasoning about number and …

https://wmich.edu/math/directory/levin

Nominate colleagues for spring 2016 staff award

News

… Nominate colleagues for spring 2016 staff award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … Western Michigan University's semiannual Make a Difference awards are due Sunday, Feb 28 . Make a Difference is a … presented to non-faculty employees who provide exceptional service to the University. Every fall and spring, semiannual …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/29874

Fieldwork in Alaska: Students bring mobile tax preparation to residents

Haworth College of Business

… Fritz Allhoff, the trip took volunteer teams who provided services in the villages of Napaskiak, Oscarville and … Senior Will Roosien says the volunteer trip to Alaska was "eye opening." WMU Haworth College of Business senior … as help others in the process. Alaskan skyline “The trip was arranged to fly trained volunteer tax preparers out to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75147

CAS Broncos score academic and athletic honors in the MAC

College of Arts and Sciences

… played in 2013 and in 2014, he appeared in all 13 games and was named Third Team All-MAC, Academic All-MAC and he earned MAC Distinguished Scholar Athlete Award. Schroeder also participates in community service by volunteering at Children’s Hospital as a youth …

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

The Book of Silence

Theatre

… Silence By Heldris de Cornuälle Adapted by Lofty Durham and Wally M. Cornell Presented in collaboration with the Mostly … Thomas, and Pauly Likens, and the kids we carry unsilent, always. For every trans and non-binary kid finding themselves … aid collective supporting Black Trans people, focusing on service that addresses the barriers faced by that community …

https://wmich.edu/theatre/book-silence-program

Friday Feature: Dr. Gail Rouscher

College of Aviation

… aviation students. Dr. Rouscher’s first jump into aviation was as a member of the U.S. Navy. She was an aircraft engine mechanic, stationed in Rota, Spain … arena.  “Connecting them with community for volunteer services, providing introductions for networking, working …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2018/02/rouscher

Finding His Footing – Calvin Freeland Lands in the Right Career

College of Aviation

… another option. For Calvin Freeland, the second option was a first cousin of the first. "When I enrolled at the … "I majored in flight science .  But when I decided it was not the lifestyle I wanted, I changed to the program in … guidance?  Thanks to the Kalamazoo Regional Educational Services Agency (K-RESA) and its Education for Employment …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/10/freeland

Fall access improvements at health center explained

Sindecuse Health Center

… tuning some pharmacy, primary care, nursing and counseling services to increase convenience, reduce cost and improve … The topical cream Triamcinolone is also included. This service is subject to supplier availability. Other … weight loss journey. Flu shot support grant—awarded for the 9th year No-cost flu shots for WMU students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72642

All Life is Learning - November 2024

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… Note Volunteer Extraordinaire Earlier this year, Ms. Sharon Wade, our Events Committee Co-Chair, was nominated to receive a Daily Point of Light Award, which … individuals making a meaningful impact through volunteer service. Established by President George H.W. Bush in 1989, …

https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/november-2024