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From mechanic to dietician, Air Force veteran focused on helping patients maintain healthy lifestyles

News

… systems in military helicopters to helping steer patients toward healthy nutritional choices—and he couldn't be happier. … where he's meant to be. "I have no doubt that Western was the best choice I could have made," says Fischer, who … enough about the faculty and staff here. They definitely set me up for success. They're here to work with you every …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/nutrition-dietetics-fall-2024-graduate-derek-fischer-air-force-veteran-employed

Taboo topics course uses dialogue to break through barriers

W Magazine

… The Western Michigan University senior knew something was amiss, but didn’t expect the morning conversation to … the context of differing racial, cultural and communicative settings. For instance, to be Black in Central and South America is culturally different than being …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59619

Not just an act: Theatre professor takes center stage

W Magazine

… Sean Carter Photography “Her comic timing is a joy to watch and her professionalism is evident in her preparation … Segrest) The comedy focuses on three Michigan moms who set off on a girls trip for the ages. With Celine Dion as … of laughter that Thomsen sees as the play’s biggest takeaway. “The world we’re currently living in is so hard,” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74826

Exemplars of engaging education honored with Distinguished Teaching Award

News

… of engaging education honored with Distinguished Teaching Award Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Whether … Western Michigan University's 2024 Distinguished Teaching Award honorees. The Distinguished Teaching Award is the … the utmost dedication, passion, and excellence in teaching, setting a standard for us all,” says  Dr. Julian Vasquez …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/whitney-decamp-timothy-palmer-dee-sherwood-named-2024-distinguished-teaching

Payment Card Policy

Accounting Services

… unit and the institution. PCI DSS The PCI DSS is a mandated set of requirements agreed upon by the five major credit … other supporting documents. Merchant requests should be forwarded to the Cashiering Office for final approval and … for Business and Finance, with justification explaining why central systems won’t work. All payments received must be …

https://wmich.edu/accounting-services/e-commerce-committee/payment-card-policy

All Life is Learning - July 2024

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… the green button that says “Save Changes” Now you are all set to receive texts from OLLI! We hope this new feature … to sit in on a course with you for free. This is a great way to introduce your friends and family to our lovely … deadline to register is July 15, which is just two weeks away, so act now to save your seat! Keep reading for all the …

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

Compensation Project: Questions and Answers

Human Resources

… . Compensation structure and job evaluation process How was the new salary structure developed? The structure is … to benchmark jobs for market value? What service or survey was used to benchmark my position? Aon Hewitt, the firm … many titles will change since job evaluations revealed new sets of skills and responsibilities involved with many …

https://wmich.edu/hr/compensationproject-answers

Back-to-school events planned for new and returning students

News

… new and returning students will be on campus before then, settling in for a new semester, attending various events, … wmich.edu/internationaladmissions . Direct questions to Wayne Bond at wayne.l.bond@wmich.edu or (269) 387-4853 or Michelle …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42123

Photo Gallery: Campus car parade shows off Bronco pride

W Magazine

… from WMU's campus car parade on Oct. 10, 2020. President Edward Montgomery and his wife, Kari, stand with the … face masks. This decked out SUV won the Best Bronco Award in the car parade. Scenes from WMU's campus car parade … alumni, judging decked-out cars and spirit zones set up by WMU organizations and departments along the way. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/62307

20 incoming students win $60,000 Medallion Scholarships

News

… fall. Medallion Scholarships are the highest merit-based award WMU can bestow on an incoming freshman. Valued at … 2016 presidential election and as a volunteer Capuchin Soup Kitchen helper. Veronica A. Buss Veronica A. Buss, of … Blessings in a Backpack; assisting with Syrian refugee resettlement efforts, which included a project with her high …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41400