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Experience-Driven Learning Venture Grants

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

… education. Here, transformational learning emerges from traditional classroom instruction paired with application in … that integrates hands-on, practical experiences with traditional instructional methods.  Students engaged in EDL … problem- and project-based learning, global learning, service learning, co-curricular learning, and undergraduate …

https://wmich.edu/provost/experience-driven-learning-venture-grants

Join local events to honor legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—"The time is always right to do what is right" is the theme of this year's … Jan. 17 . Visit the website for more information regarding events at Western and other key sponsors, including … more information . Monday, Jan. 17 Communitywide Day of Service is sponsored by the city of Kalamazoo and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66702

Wrenching Wings and Gearing for Professional Growth with Dr. Gail Rouscher

College of Aviation

… in a situation in which to grow. Being involved in any way, showing that I am passionate about what they are … needs a large wall in her home to showcase the four diplomas she has earned -- an associate's in applied science … there would a fifth.  It's in that branch of the military service where her mechanical talents and interests focused …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/04/rouscher

Longtime faculty member, civic leader Charles Warfield dies at 77

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… Longtime faculty member, civic leader Charles Warfield dies at 77 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. … year. The chapter's annual Dr. Charles C. Warfield Youth Service Award is named for him. Charles Warfield A Kalamazoo …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/32759

Learner Support Review

Institutional Effectiveness

… support as “any unit, department, program, resource, or service that contributes to the education, growth, and … measure learning and process outcomes to test progress toward those goals.  Statement of Purpose WMU engages in an … and services, and promote institution‐wide understanding of learning and process outcomes, program …

https://wmich.edu/effectiveness/program/support

Mallinsons receive top MSTA award

College of Arts and Sciences

… Mallinsons receive top MSTA award Drs. Jacqueline and George G. Mallinson Olga Bonfiglio … design and evaluation of tests for the Educational Testing Service and by serving as co-director, instructor and evaluator for more than 30 National …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/mallinson-award

National honor organization honors WMU chapter advisor

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… by Deanne Puca on Helms KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Anthony Helms , director of academic advising for Western Michigan … professional member-at-large on the national council. He was also honored as WMU's Registered Student Organization … and social media activity highlights the many events and service projects that take place annually, such as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30927

Leadership experts to speak at third annual student conference

Haworth College of Business

… includes presentations by high-profile speakers providing motivational, leadership and communication strategies … in speakers from across the country, from all different walks of life, to engage our students and inspire them to … than 12 years of corporate experience as well as community service experience in the city of Detroit. Ryan Preisner …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30172

WMU board pledges post-closing support for Miller College students

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… the past several weeks, University personnel have been in discussion about the initiative with officials at the Battle … College will close its doors for good in June. The news was delivered to faculty and staff at a morning meeting. … Creek community, and we see this as an extension of that service and a way to assist our colleagues and the students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28983

Excellence in Diversity nominations sought

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… Excellence in Diversity nominations sought Submitted by Anonymous (not … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The University's Excellence in Diversity Awards Selection Committee is seeking nominations by Friday, … works to enhance curricular, co-curricular, research, service, artistic or study abroad activities as a means to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28178