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Bridging science and community

W Magazine

… been approached with fun science, and it wasn’t until I got to college that I had science teachers who were … tailor the program to the needs of individual classes and what the instructor’s objectives are,” says Beane. “I … of hands-on laboratory teaching modules, lunch-time discussions on research and curricular development, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69848

Patience, Persistence and Pittsburgh – Vlad Robinson Routes His Way to WMU Aviation

College of Aviation

… Robinson wasn't born to fly, but it wasn't a heck of a long time after his birth that he did a lot of flying.    At the … as a career.  "I think the freedom of movement is really what piqued my interest in flying," says the senior who … don't think it defines who I am, but the FAA sure thinks it does."  As comfortable behind the lens as he is in the …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/blog/2021/01/vladislav

Physical therapy program obtains accreditation, set to graduate first cohort

Physical Therapy

… Physical Therapy . "For us, it started nearly five years ago and we are absolutely thrilled to reach this important … and the belief that we would be accredited by the time they graduated," says Fruth. "We were sure of the … who will graduate in December already have jobs lined up and nearly a third of them have already passed their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66451

Bronco Spotlight: Julia Virginia Pimentel Jiménez

Career and Student Employment Services

… charge of all the academic processes in the university.   What is the most rewarding and the most challenging part of … the graduation ceremony.   Which of your skills had the biggest impact on your success?   Perseverance, no matter what. You need to focus and manage your time very precisely. It is very important to stay …

https://wmich.edu/career/juliavirginiapimenteljimenez

Building Your Future with Lee Honors College: Diana Hernández Payano Profile

Lee Honors College

… “Coming from the DR as an international student, you sometimes might think that you don’t have the same opportunities … was also an important step in achieving her next academic goal—to pursue her Master of Science in Public Health. Diana … that you take, the Lee Honors College will take you to what you want to do.” Diana also advocates for the …

https://wmich.edu/honors/deanscorner/2021/06/diana-hernandez-payano-profile

For Faculty and Staff

Accounts Receivable

… on any past-due balance until the account is brought up to date. Tuition discount for employees Western Michigan … of this financial aid benefit on the student account. Part-time instructor tuition discount The tuition discount for part-time instructors (PIO) will apply to accounts after the …

https://wmich.edu/accounts-receivable/faculty-staff-forms

Bronco Spotlight: Sadarra Fields

Career and Student Employment Services

… and Theatre Teacher at  Forsythe Middle School in Ann Arbor What is the most rewarding and the most challenging part of … most rewarding part of my job is performances and Christmas time. My students are always so proud of themselves after a … be able to build your ideal program. Also, administration support is SO IMPORTANT. You won't get very far without it. …

https://wmich.edu/career/sadarrafields

Funding for Assessment

Assessment

… Assessment Mini Grant Program. These grants are offered to support assessment projects that intend to improve teaching … on providing support for our community to participate in on-going improvement efforts. Go here to learn more and find out how to submit a proposal …

https://wmich.edu/assessment/toolkit/assessfunding

WMU supply chain alum helps drive GM’s efforts to produce ventilators

Haworth College of Business

… by Stacey Anderson on VOCSN critical care ventilators undergo testing at the General Motors manufacturing facility in … a complete supply chain within 72 hours. That is what the team at General Motors did after being contacted by … presents a new challenge due to the extremely short timeline,” says Schwandt. “The immense pressure of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59052

WMU Career Services works to connect graduates to employers in new (remote) world

News

… Student Employment Services —CSES—department is working overtime to connect them to employment opportunities. “It is clear that career services doesn’t want any recent graduate missing out on information … viable way to assist students in expressing to employers what skills they bring to any workplace.” In addition to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59795