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Grad student who lost sight finds hope in transforming rehabilitation for the blind

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… His life was nearly cut short in 2014 when he interrupted a home invasion and was shot in the head. He … "That's what carried me for a long time. So, when that euphoria fell away, I was already accomplishing so much that … at the associate degree level … and just worked my way up degree after degree. Now I'm here," says Parsons, who …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64537

Consumers, WMU show solar energy commitment with 1-megawatt solar garden

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… Sciences. The more than 4,000 solar panels that make up the solar garden are positioned around the college. "We … solar gardens offer community members an opportunity to support and invest in solar energy by subscribing to the … to install solar panels of their own an opportunity to support renewable energy and reduce their carbon footprint. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35079

From Honduras to WMU: Victor Hernandez finds his place

Haworth College of Business

… attending university in a different country. With the support and inspiration from his family, Hernandez is … Series (SPuRS) Director, Danielle Field , has been the biggest help for my sense of belonging at WMU Haworth. She has … projects that meet the needs of client organizations and designs, tests and improves data collection tools such as …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/10/accountancy-victorhernandez-home-community

Diversity and Inclusion: Preparing Ourselves to Advance Health Equity

College of Health and Human Services

… 21 Conference program Workshop PowerPoints and handouts Up Close and Personal: Fostering Cultural Humility in Health …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/diversity-conference-2013

Brewpub on tap for Western's new student center

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… moves closer to the finish line. Among its many innovative upgrades, visitors will enjoy a new brewpub when it opens in … Before construction even started, the center was designed through the lens of institutional diversity and … feel welcome and comfortable—and that's both within the design and the programming," Terzino says. A large staircase, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65077

International string competition at WMU celebrates 50 years of musical excellence, cultural exchange

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… 50th Stulberg International String Competition wrapped up  May 17 with a celebration at Western Michigan … for string musicians under 20. This year’s competition signaled a strengthening of global ties and an expansion of … The competition’s highest honors were awarded to a group of distinguished young musicians. The following are their …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/50th-stulberg-international-string-competition-celebrated

Following her father’s footsteps: Lily Zwanka’s breakthrough into food marketing

Haworth College of Business

… across the country, she hasn’t done it alone. She has the support of student organizations, internship opportunities … at WMU or involved in as much as I am without him. He has supported me every step of the way. From hyping up the Food … I am today. It is how I got my first internship with Kellogg’s, made many friends, and learned how to network …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69899

Submitting Claims

Human Resources

… Pre-addressed claim envelopes are available for pick-up in Human Resources . Claim forms are available at Forms: …

https://wmich.edu/hr/retirees-claims

Leaves and Absences from Work: Professional Development Leave (Unpaid)

Human Resources

… Section 13 This unpaid professional development leave is designed to encourage professional growth and thereby increase … requested must be of a nature that requires release from assigned position responsibilities. Eligibility Exempt … insurance may be continued at the employee's expense, at group rates. See also life insurance . Long-term disability …

https://wmich.edu/hr/manual-leaves-professional-unpaid