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Paper Technology Foundation

… resources to establish the paper industry in 1867; ample water and timber was readily available. Talented men with names like Lyon, Bryant … combined sales of all the manufacturing, distributive, and service industries and 24 percent of total personal incomes …

https://wmich.edu/papertechfoundation/history-full

Guidelines for Stewarding our Institutional Voice

Office of the President

… Guidelines for Stewarding our Institutional Voice The Western Michigan University … emotions. Counseling resources, such as WMU Counseling Services and Uwill , are available to students, and the …

https://wmich.edu/president/leadership/institutional-voice

Congratulations to the 2016 CHHS Outstanding Alumni Academy inductees

College of Health and Human Services

… Congratulations to the 2016 CHHS Outstanding Alumni Academy inductees On Friday, Oct. 7, the College of Health and Human Services welcomed three inductees to its Outstanding Alumni … This year's  CHHS Outstanding Alumni panel  discussion was on the topic of  Interprofessional practice and patient …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/2016-academy

History of Physics at WMU

Physics

… traces its history to 1904, when instruction began at what was then Western State Normal School. Physics was taught, … had moved to improved quarters in the new Science Building (West Hall). A few years later, curricula across campus … these efforts, the Navy formally recognized “the splendid service rendered the nation by Western Michigan College of …

https://wmich.edu/physics/about/history

CEHD faculty awarded three WMU grants to enhance experiential learning programs

College of Education and Human Development

… CEHD faculty awarded three WMU grants to enhance experiential learning … valuable, real-world learning experiences," says  Dr. Laura Dinehart , dean of the College of Education and Human … social justice through applied research and community service projects. As part of the mission, the institute is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74780

Paper plane prowess propels Western aviation student to international competition

News

… by chance when he showed up for work one day as a line service representative at Western's College of Aviation . … National Finals in Dayton, Ohio. (Courtesy: Red Bull) "I wasn't even scheduled that day, I just needed some extra … he remembers. He found a DJ playing music, Red Bull displays and tables full of paper for folding planes for a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68114

Theatre graduate ready for next act, bolstered by support and mentorship

News

… on the big screen and made multiple trips to the altar. "I was named after my grandmother. She was Elizabeth Taylor … like that. I'm just so grateful that I found the path I did, because I always knew what I wanted to do—being in the … long after graduation. "I learned so much about customer service and activism and communication. I learned that all …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67925

Pre-Law Application Process

Political Science

… University who have decided to apply to law school will want to consider the following. Deciding where to apply Many factors should be considered in … of Political Science or it may be ordered from Law Services using the publication order form in the …

https://wmich.edu/politics/prelaw-app-process

Alumna preserving the past while creating her own legacy

News

… who’ve inspired change, pushed boundaries and paved the way for so many. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As a journalist, author … firsts of WMU. The Kalamazoo Gazette reporter was immediately drawn to Tate's story as a pioneer in education and … she has been recognized for her professional and community service in the Kalamazoo area, serving as a member and board …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67068

WMU Homecoming and Family Weekend events planned

News

… are gathering across campus to welcome alumni home, stage award programs and hold special pregame tailgates  Saturday, … will pit WMU against the Miami University RedHawks. In addition, the WMU Bookstore is offering discounts to alumni … Thursday, Oct. 10 Homecoming tailgate luncheon—WMU Dining Services lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at all dining centers, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55720