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WMU-led math innovation singled out by NSF for praise

News

… (not verified) on Hirsch KALAMAZOO—A mathematics software design and development effort based at Western Michigan … providing ready access to mathematical and statistical software. The Core Math Tools Project involved almost 10 years of … as an NSF Highlight, with information about the software distributed to media, other federal agencies and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3373

Professor wins Google grant to offer game-design workshop

News

… and thereby help attract students to computer science careers and to the promising field of game design," says Dr. … on the grant. Ari-Gur's co-principal investigators are: Dr. Pavel Ikonomov, associate professor of industrial … well as at other educational institutions. The virtual labs are computer simulations of the tools and materials of a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6292

GVSU, WMU join forces for study of family owned businesses

News

… Evaluating impact on community "Family owned businesses are unique," says Ellie Frey, director of the Family Owned Business Alliance in Grand Rapids. "For example, they are more philanthropic, slower to reduce their workforce in … and at educational institutions alike. Family firms are making a substantial economic contribution to the state …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8622

Western receives grant to aid student retention

Merze Tate College

… of the project to allow for ongoing tracking of lagging indicators. Other Michigan institutions selected for … the University of Michigan-Dearborn. The project’s goals are to:  Expand access and increase success for low-income … a wonderful learning experience for all students. We are excited to begin this work, reduce equity gaps and help …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70763

Librarians revamp first-year programming

University Libraries

… for nearly all other classes at WMU. ENGL 1050 and FYE 2100 are taught separately, but first-year students often take … Engagement Librarin “Knowing that retention and attrition are core issues facing higher education, we were trying to … was reconsidered as part of the revamp, from how sessions are scheduled to learning outcomes to program delivery. For …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2022/02/impact-report-fye

Rates and Funding

Disability Services and Adult Wellness Programs

… University strive to deliver high quality and affordable care to the elderly and people with disabilities. Below is a … service. Adult Day Services Call for information In-home Care $28/hour           Financial Assistance There are a number of ways to qualify for funding to attend WMU …

https://wmich.edu/disabilitycenter/funding

The Witches of Eastwick

Theatre

…   TICKETS Phone: (269) 387-6222 BUY ONLINE Online purchases are serviced by Miller Auditorium. WMU student tickets are only available in person at the  Gilmore Theatre …

https://wmich.edu/theatre/witches-eastwick

Ad Hoc Centers and Institutes Committee

Faculty Senate

…   The charges for this ad hoc committee are to: Compile an accurate list of WMU Centers and … on issues directly related to it. Committee recommendations are to be submitted to the Executive Board in the form of a … of Action (MOA) on which the recommendation(s) is/are stated. Any draft MOAs requested by the Executive Board …

https://wmich.edu/facultysenate/committees/adhocci

Alumni Mentoring

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Become a mentor Make a difference in the life and career of a future professional Indicate your interest today … want to connect with current students by volunteering to share their personal and professional insights and experiences. There are multiple pathways for involvement: ENGR 4950 – Women and …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/alumni/mentoring

About Kanley

Student Engagement

… students for study, refreshments, and conversation; there are also the Social Room, kitchen, and offices for the …

https://wmich.edu/studentengagement/kanley/about