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Experienced administrator, professor to lead Extended University Programs
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… provost of EUP since September 2018. Prior to that, he was second in command for three years as the unit's … model, EUP will begin transitioning to its new role as a service unit, supporting the development and delivery of … security as well as graduate certificates in unmanned aerial vehicle-related applications. He also launched the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52824
Dean elected as library association vice-president/president-elect
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… her time on the ACRL Board as director-at-large, Julie was engaged in a number of strategic initiatives including … to an open access publication. With her previous Board service and knowledge of academic librarianship and higher … and fellow members in doing the challenging and rewarding work that lies ahead.” More about Julie Garrison …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58928
Hackley Woodford: Doctor, Tuskegee Airman and social justice advocate left lasting legacy
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… Woodford Family Musical, at churches around town. While he was musically gifted, Woodford knew medicine was his calling at a young age. After graduating from … As a flight surgeon for the Tuskegee Airmen, he treated service members on the base in Alabama during World War II. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63002
Western expert: Pandemic sparked a 'she-cession,' disproportionately forcing women out of the workforce
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… of women." A major driving force is the decimation of the service industry, which shed hundreds of thousands of jobs … August 2020. "The COVID-19 crisis is, at its core, a low-wage worker crisis right now, because the unemployment rate is so much higher for low-wage workers," Kimmel says. "Women are represented more in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63542
Award-winning WMU alumna is new Grand Rapids regional location director
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… Award-winning WMU alumna is new Grand Rapids regional … of the Grand Rapids Young Professionals Raising the Bar Award, Roehm will lead the University's largest regional … University. In 2009, WMU-Grand Rapids marked 100 years of service to this metropolitan community. WMU-Grand Rapids …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64494
Stay on trend and dive deeper with help from your library
University Libraries
… step into a career in food marketing, Abi Main stopped by Waldo Library for one last look before graduating this past … and you have resources and all these different people that want to help you.” On the cusp of graduation, Main reflected … cannabis industry and develop a case for a home delivery service. While the team’s initial focus was on just the …
https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2022/08/dive-deeper
Broncos charge into Homecoming 2024
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… a flag football tournament and mini pumpkin give-away to build up energy leading into the big weekend. In … homecoming game against Kent State at 3:30 p.m. Oct. 26 at Waldo Stadium. “It’s a perfect opportunity for students to … being recognized for their exceptional success, dedicated service and continued professional growth. These individuals …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/10/homecoming-family-weekend-roundup-2024
Earl Borr obituary
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… of education and professional development, died Nov. 5 . He was 90. Borr moved to Portage, Michigan, in 1957 to join … as an assistant professor for the Campus School, which was later known as University High. He was teaching seventh … and Professional Development after almost 27 years of service to the University. Earl Borr During the latter part …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44160
Engineering management master’s program 1 of 8 certified by international organization
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… certified by international organization Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Dr. Azim Houshyar KALAMAZOO, Mich.−The Western … The demand for leadership in modern manufacturing and service-based industries has dramatically increased the need … such as Google, Apple, General Motors, Stryker, Denso, GE Aerospace, JR Automation and many others. Students who …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69645
Three faculty members named academic leadership fellows by MAC
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… to academic success, research excellence and community service," says Todd Diacon , senior vice president for … of future leaders in higher education and is another way in which the MAC can provide value to its membership …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43138