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Foster youth program seeks mentors for incoming students

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… According to Harris, the volunteer opportunity is rewarding for both the mentor and mentee. "I chose to serve as … skills to manage their lives in a more fulfilling way," Harris says. "I think I was able to do that, but what … transition into the workplace. The career mentoring service links Seita Scholars to professionals who agree to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/735

Carlson, Hettinger to lead WMU board in 2013

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… the vice chair position. Carlson Jeanne H. Carlson Carlson was appointed to the board by then-Michigan Gov. Jennifer … being appointed to the BCN leadership role in 2006, Carlson was vice president of the General Motors account and of … 2008 as head of Battle Creek Unlimited, after 30 years of service with that economic-development organization. He …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/5320

Some campus services on reduced hours during spring recess

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… Some campus services on reduced hours during spring recess Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Some campus services at Western Michigan University will be on reduced … Spring recess hours  for select University offices and services are posted online. Faculty, staff, students and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63662

Aug. 26 Washington State University event celebrates life of Elson Floyd

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… Aug. 26 Washington State University event celebrates life of Elson … led by WMU President John M. Dunn will be in Pullman, Washington, Wednesday to attend the long-planned celebration … WMU President Elson S. Floyd , who died June 20 at 59. The service will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. Pacific time (6 to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26421

University recognizes outstanding staff members for semiannual Make a Difference Awards

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… outstanding staff members for semiannual Make a Difference Awards Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … are once again being honored at the Make a Difference Awards —the University's highest accolade for non-faculty … the entire Western community in applauding them for their service on behalf of our University,” says WMU President …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66334

Student Employment: Hiring International Students

Human Resources

… The department works with International Admissions and Services to provide a letter of employment signed by the … The student must then contact International Admissions and Services, who will assist the student through the process of … Social Security number has been received. If a reminder was sent to the student about the Social Security Card, then …

https://wmich.edu/hr/student-international

Flags lowered Friday for Navy SEAL Brett Allen Marihugh

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… entered the Navy in December 2006, completing basic underwater demolition/SEAL training in Coronado, California in … a deputy for the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. Marihugh was a trained medic and received multiple awards during his time in the military, including the Bronze Star. A service honoring his life is scheduled for Saturday, May 9. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23531

WMU alumna named Michigan’s 2026 High School Assistant Principal of the Year

College of Education and Human Development

… of Student Councils and Honor Societies. Becker-Utess was surprised with the award at a staff meeting in October. Becker-Utess, assistant … exemplifies the excellence, compassion and commitment to service that define our CEHD alumni.” About secondary …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/tara-becker-utess-alumni-state-award-assistant-principal-secondary-education

Summer Positions with Residence Life

Housing and Residence Life

… duties as assigned. SCAs must utilize excellent customer service in all aspects of their role as they will be …

https://wmich.edu/housing/employ/summer

Tycho Fredericks

Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engineering and Engineering Management

… Ergonomist (CPE), 2004 Ergonomics and design Product and service design Occupational ergonomics Human-centered design … his psychophysical protocol for lumbar support selection was commercialized by Haworth in the Zody chair—the first … the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences and WMed. Awards Alpha Pi Mu , Industrial Engineering Honor Society, …

https://wmich.edu/ieeem/directory/fredericks