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Western's ‘Battalion Mom’ retires after 28 years

Haworth College of Business

… Obreiter was the main staff member with historical knowledge of systems and procedures at the University. She … they enrolled in too many classes? Should they get married now or after graduation? She tried to teach them to have a … assistant for the Army ROTC program, Obreiter not only oversaw program management and its 150 cadets, but …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70295

Nonbargaining employee groups seek staff input

News

Nonbargaining employee groups seek staff input Submitted by … for their organizations were APA Vice President Monica Liggins-Abrams , associate director of the Center for Research … the administration for salaried workers and PSSO for hourly workers. Along with supporting the University as a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43027

Heat Stress Plan

Environmental Health and Safety

… effects of heat while they are performing their job.  This not only applies to employees who work outside in the sun … also to employees who work inside buildings where there is no air-conditioning and little air movement. Guidelines for … with moderate lifting and pushing. Guidelines when WBGT is not measured: Supervisors of evening or weekend work crews …

https://wmich.edu/ehs/policies/heat-stress

WMU Public Safety expands alert and advisory notification options

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… WMU Public Safety expands alert and advisory notification options Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … WMU Alerts, advisory notifications, crime-prevention suggestions and safety tips, and general posts about the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49624

3D maps could help people with visual impairments navigate their world

W Magazine

… KALAMAZOO, Mich—“Oh my goodness, it’s beautiful! I cannot believe it came out so well. Wow!” gushes Dr. Dawn … of Health and Human Services. The white plastic model may not look like much. There are no bells and whistles; no … The successful development of these maps could lead to bigger things at WMU. “We’re looking at possibly doing a model …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57071

AI-powered earbuds enhance language access for newcomer students in local classrooms

Teaching and Learning

… of students entering U.S. classrooms speaking little or no English, educators are looking for new ways to bridge … for newcomer students, many of whom arrive with limited or no prior formal education after spending years in refugee … for Bilingual Education (MABE) conference in May 2025, with plans to submit a proposal to the National …

https://wmich.edu/x/news/2025/05/ai-powered-earbuds

Broadway star, WMU alumna Marin Mazzie receives posthumous Tony Award

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… by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Tony Awards are honoring Western Michigan University alumna Marin Mazzie with … of WMU, was a theatrical force. A three-time Tony Award nominee, she broke onto the Broadway stage in 1985 and never … Stillwell says. "You knew she would do it. There was no question." A SHINING STAR Mazzie performs in the musical …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53728

WMU a leader in offering learning by virtual reality

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… and freshman Jacob Zufall, of Portage, using VR in the technology in the arts course. Teams work on a project to create … WMU Libraries was started to explore this revolutionary technology as a collaborative effort of the Office of Information Technology and Waldo Library. Opening the door to broad …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50873

Community Client Alliance

Physical Therapy

… on flat surfaces as well as with curbs and stairs) There is no age limit for participation – our students will … needs for a given classroom topic. While there are many known benefits from involvement in such a group, one of the primary benefits is knowing how much these interactions benefit the next …

https://wmich.edu/physicaltherapy/about/cca

Medical Surveillance Program

Environmental Health and Safety

… (TWA’s) or short-term exposure limits (STEL’s) to which no employee shall be exposed. Guidelines A. When to provide … or chemical exposures. 3. The written opinion will not reveal specific findings of diagnoses unrelated to occupational exposure. Responsibilities …

https://wmich.edu/ehs/policies/medical-surveillance