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Richard F. Raklovits obituary

News

… Richard F. Raklovits , associate professor emeritus of health, physical education and recreation, died Nov. 21, … now named the Department of Human Performance and Health Education. He also served as an assistant football …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45100

Assistant professor appointed to be a voice for diversity, equity, inclusion and antiracism on national board

College of Education and Human Development

… board Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's Dr. Olivia T. Ngadjui , assistant … degree from George Washington University in clinical mental health counseling where she received the 2021 Dean’s … has presented at multiple counseling, associated mental health and educational conferences nationally, regionally …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71872

Alumna’s HBO documentary shines light on medical errors

College of Arts and Sciences

… medical crisis, Margo (Towe) Burrows , an alumna of Western Michigan University's School of Communication, unexpectedly … chronicling Steve Burrows ' mother, Judie, within a healthcare system that, in their eyes, “didn’t care.” The … the film develops into an exploration of the state of healthcare in America. Over the course of a decade, the film …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74265

Undergraduate research, career-related experiences helped psychology grad find purpose

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… in psychology and how the brain works. At Western Michigan University, experience-driven learning … Program , securing a paid internship with Synergy Health Center in Kalamazoo. "It's a nonprofit mental health center. I think that was very important for me to get …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73684

WMU launches United Way campaign to 'Change the Story'

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… by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—United Way and Western Michigan University are again striving to make gains in education, income, health and other basic needs for individuals and families in … families, resulting in better birth outcomes and long-term health benefits for those children. Of every 1,000 babies …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35444

WMU jazz program again earns national honors from DownBeat magazine

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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s jazz studies program is striking a …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/06/jazz-program-2026-downbeat-national-awards

Journalism professor's book examines reporter bias

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… news media is the aim of a new book written by a Western Michigan University faculty member. Dr. Sue Ellen Christian, … reporter at the Chicago Tribune, where she covered public health, politics, and state and local government. She has …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/652

National experts to share insights at first leadership conference

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… organized 'for students by students.' KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University students seeking to hone their … chief executive officer and co-founder of the Institute for Health and Human Potential Antonio Neves , business coach, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10147

Weekly drawings continue for faculty, staff who donate to United Way

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… been named in prize drawings for donating to Western Michigan University's 2013 campus United Way Campaign. … Obreiter , military sciences; William Arbogast , Sindecuse Health Center; Kristal Ehrhardt , special education and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/10834

Stewards of Kleinstuck Preserve schedule open house

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… Preserve Kleinstuck is owned and managed by Western Michigan University. It is one of the last remaining open … preserve, it has not had the resources to manage for a healthy ecosystem. The property suffers from invasive … involve the community in restoring Kleinstuck's ecological health. It's ultimate goal is to create a healthier, more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9323