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Backward Design

Teaching and Learning

… Backward Design Overview Introduced in Understanding by Design by Grant Wiggins and Jay McTighe (1998), "Backward Design" is a framework for taking a more intentional … or essential information will students need to remember after this lesson or course? Step 2: Determine Acceptable …

https://wmich.edu/x/teaching-learning/teaching-resources/backward-design

Personal Counseling

Sindecuse Health Center

… period of time. If you would benefit from longer-term services, you may be given a referral to other Western Michigan University or community care providers. After-hours assistance After regular office hours, if you are experiencing an …

https://wmich.edu/healthcenter/counseling/personal

Mentorship, experiential learning help students thrive at Western, land jobs post-graduation

News

… time, 88% are in jobs they love related to their degree. "I was fortunate enough to be a part of the paper engineering … was excited to jump into his career in aviation operations after graduating in December 2020. Read recent Bronco … of units and programs such as Career and Student Employment Services , WMU Signature —a program to help students explore …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67244

Setting his Sights – Sam Stallman Strives for Success

College of Aviation

… became more than a blip on Stallman's radar "because of the warmth and welcoming nature I experienced when visiting the …  I considered similar universities," he says, "but Western was the one that really felt like home.  The college's …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/10/stallman

Western Michigan University students take first at Michigan Collegiate Startup Challenge

Office of the Provost

… Charles, Whitney Isabella Griffin and William Cherette after presenting. Card Axis focuses on improving accuracy in … condition, which can lead to disappointing results and wasted fees. Card Axis aims to solve this problem by … invest a lot of time and money into their cards, and we wanted to create a tool that brings more transparency and …

https://wmich.edu/provost/news/2026/03/first-michigan-collegiate-startup-challenge

Definitions of Project Management Terms

Facilities Management

… surface inside the building, such as a view of a corridor wall or the front of an auditorium. Contract Document Package This accompanies the award of the project contract. It includes the construction … terms, scope of work is the description of the specific services to be provided by the professional service …

https://wmich.edu/facilities/definitions

Frequently Asked Questions

Sammons Center for Innovation and Research in Occupation Based Technology

… occupational participation through technology.  May an awardee apply for a second Sammons Center grant to continue … award of up to $3,000 to continue their innovative work after 1 year from receipt of original award. We require a … materials. Does the Sammons Center pay for subscription services or product licenses? The center will consider …

https://wmich.edu/occupationtechnologycenter/faq-0

Student Learning Experiences

Disability Services and Adult Wellness Programs

… I occupational therapy students The Center for Disability Services at Western Michigan University provides students … The practical experience promotes engagement and service to the community and encourages students to pursue … Blindness and Low Vision Studies, Interdisciplinary Health Services, Department of Psychology, School of Music and the …

https://wmich.edu/disabilitycenter/experiences

Smart Start Weight Loss Program

West Hills Athletic Club

… Smart Start program can be purchased at the West Hills' service desk. dark center …

https://wmich.edu/westhills/smart-start

WMU named 'Best for Vets' by Military Times for sixth consecutive year

News

… on WMU's Office for Military and Veterans Affairs offers services to military veterans. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … then nurture these wonderful communities. We award the Best for Vets designation to the very best—the … enrolled at a public university in Michigan. The office was established in 2009 to support veterans, service members …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28436