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WMU receives $2 million grant to assist farmworker community

News

… community Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Diana Hernández KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University has been awarded more than $2 million over the next five years to … STEM component Dr. Jorge Rodriguez The WMU-CAMP program is designed to address a federally identified priority that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42667

WMU launches supply chain academies in new tech center

Haworth College of Business

… chain academies in new tech center Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's … will support the Urban Alliance initiative by providing the design, layout and operation of the warehouse and related … and supervise a workforce, all in a true employment setting. WMU Bronco Force and Urban Alliance are working …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/41478

WMU to host 10th International Conference on African Development

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… the 10th International Conference on African Development, set for Friday and Saturday, Aug. 17-18 , in the Bernhard … of Education, Health, Governance, Conflict, and Food and Water Security." Registration for the event begins at 8 a.m. … primary purpose is to provide people with a better understanding of cultural, political and socio-economic development …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48263

Jumping In and Out with Keaton Jeffrey: Aviation Technical Operations Student, Sky Dive Bronco Member and RAI Jets Intern

College of Aviation

… Keaton Jeffrey: Aviation Technical Operations Student, Sky Dive Bronco Member and RAI Jets Intern Submitted by Tom … WMU Skydive Broncos shortly after arriving on campus.  "I wanted to get out of my comfort zone," Jeffrey says, "and … the team's chosen apparel.  Any member can offer a design and once that is chosen by the organization, Jeffrey …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/03/jeffrey

Phyllis E. Seabolt obituary

News

… resources and technology at Western Michigan University, died July 13 . She was 93. Seabolt, of Kalamazoo, joined the WMU faculty in … Church, 212 S. Park St. in Kalamazoo. A memorial service is set for 11 a.m. to noon , followed by a luncheon at the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47964

'Julie Loves to Dance'

W Magazine

… 'Julie Loves to Dance' Submitted by Erin Flynn on Nadia Famiano dedicated her book to Quyen Edwards, a librarian at Portage (Michigan) District Library … who was studying illustration at Kendall College of Art and Design. The two joined forces to bring the story to life. It …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73420

Twenty-four incoming students win $50,000 Medallion Scholarships

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… fall. Medallion Scholarships are the highest merit-based award WMU can bestow on an incoming freshman. Valued at … Tennessee; and prepared and served food at a local soup kitchen. In addition, she participated in the Service Over … His independent artwork includes woodcarving, 3D computer designs and acrylic painting. He was a member of the cross …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16679

Human Development Data, UN

Economics

… environmental, and social development. Its key-featured indicators include the Human Development Index (HDI), the … Data HOW TO RETRIEVE DATA BY EXAMPLE Scenario Suppose you want to explore gender equality over time in four African … Development Data . The Human Development Index (HDI) is set by default. Find the right indicator . In the middle of …

https://wmich.edu/economics/hddun

Pivot from final exams leads to increase in organizational change leadership research

College of Education and Human Development

… doctorate program. The model is an alternative to the traditional comprehensive exam and requires students to conduct … presented at refereed academic conferences.  "I didn't want our students taking traditional comprehensive exams. I … to them upon completing the program,” says Szabla. The design of the comprehensive portfolio model was inspired by  …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73220

Longtime employees inducted into 25 Year Club

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… and staff members were honored during a gala induction and dinner Dec. 1 . The by-invitation event celebrates employees … and James VanDePolder , associate professor of engineering design, manufacturing and management systems. The two … Thiel , licensed electrician, maintenance services Arthur Ward , refrigeration repairperson, maintenance services …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36766