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Four faculty receive Fulbright Scholar awards, including one Distinguished Scholar Award
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… the global water supply crisis. He will interact and work with more than 170 professionals from across the … debate, revise and advance the watershed science framework he and his colleagues have proposed; brainstorm and … in Western democracies in light of emerging political, social and technological realities. These include changes in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68180
Global Community Empowerment
Global Community Empowerment
… distressed communities by assisting them in creating social and economic opportunities through the engagement of … Community Empowerment Center and its community partners are working together to equip individuals and families with …
https://wmich.edu/empowerment
Leave Plans
Human Resources
… (paid) Paid sick leave allows you to take time off from work due to illness without losing pay. The sick leave … child for adoption or foster care. Reporting absences. See Work Schedules, Employee Handbook Section 7 . … right to request a physician's statement, or placement paperwork in the case of adoption or foster care, or other …
https://wmich.edu/hr/handbook-leave
Lice
Sindecuse Health Center
… head lice does not mean the person has poor hygiene or low social status. Symptoms Symptoms of head lice include: Very … or the brightest lights in your home during daylight hours work well. A magnifying glass can help. To look for head … and shampoos containing 1 percent permethrin (Nix) often work well. You can buy these medicines at the store without …
https://wmich.edu/healthcenter/clinic/self-care/lice
Western Michigan University launches 24/7 year-round mental health support for students
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… no matter their location—whether a student is on campus, working remotely or studying abroad. “We know many college … a total of five sessions, WMU mental health staff will work with students to explore options going forward. Uwill … environment and campus culture that supports well-being and social justice. Mind Spa : A space designed to help Western …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69195
Engineering student designs her future at WMU
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… integrates computer-aided design (CAD). “I truly love working with different CAD programs and learning about … her time at WMU. Through leading guided tours and running social media accounts, she enjoys promoting the various … currently trying to investigate the possible fields I can work in,” says Kieliszewski. “Long term, I see myself …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75588
Interest in political science brought Myanmar scholar to WMU
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… for that was that government officials believed Burmese Socialism was the only system to study, so why bother … staff] host lunch meetings for us regularly and other social activities, like picnics and trips to Chicago." Life … and it is a relatively quiet hall, so it is a good place to work," he said. "I also like that I feel part of a community …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7139
Honors college talks to focus on 'Living With Uncertainty'
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… of Analysis" by Jennifer Lynn Emmerich, instructor of social work Lyceum Lecture Series This lecture series features …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/12578
WMU trustees approve faculty tenure and promotions
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… WMU Bronson School of Nursing Dr. Dee Sherwood , School of Social Work Dr. James Springstead , Department of Chemical and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47795
WMU education professor offers teaching advice for caregivers of homebound special education students
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… amplified. As government-mandated stay-at-home orders and social distancing guidelines continue during the pandemic, … Not all subjects may be able to be covered each day. Working with teachers to negotiate extra time for tests or … their efforts. Weekday schedules that require students to work on certain academic subjects at certain times will help …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59245