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Winter 2023-24: Time to review Western's winter weather closure policy
News
… closures Western rarely closes or delays classes, so always assume campuses are open. In the absence of … to the conditions When outdoors in sub-freezing weather, always cover your head, ears and hands. Wear a hat or knit cap … Winter Weather webpage and the National Weather Service's Cold Weather Safety webpage . Weather-related …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73247
The Division of Student Affairs welcomes two new associate vice presidents
Student Life
… learning activities and student support services. Dr. Raveendran is well respected as a … of division debt and long-range financial and capital renewal planning. He was instrumental in orchestrating the successful …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65674
Business fraternity advisor recognized as Advisor of the Year
Haworth College of Business
… as Advisor of the Year for the Huron region. The award, presented at the provincial conference held this … their leadership. I am honored and humbled to receive this award and am certain that it is because of the hard work and … that the organization aims to develop in its members.” Service is one of the pillars of Delta Sigma Pi, and Palmer …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67766
Western Michigan University launches 24/7 year-round mental health support for students
News
… to give students free, immediate access to teletherapy services in partnership with Uwill. The program meets … is our top priority at Western," says WMU President Edward Montgomery . "Asking for help is a sign of wisdom and … staff will work with students to explore options going forward. Uwill supplements Western's robust array of well-being …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69195
Graduate student ready for new career in organizational change leadership
College of Education and Human Development
… to graduate school seemed impossible. "She really felt it was a good step for me, especially being in higher … in University of Michigan's Information and Technology Services (ITS). Combining her experience in higher education … Eggerstedt didn't have a clear direction for what she wanted to study at WMU. "I worked in the geosciences for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75534
New housing and dining vision focuses on campus neighborhoods
News
… goals of a new generation of college students. Plan 2015 was outlined by Dr. Diane K. Anderson , vice president for … Dining facility will feature seven restaurant-style food service areas offering foods ranging from pizza and pasta to … neighborhood design, she says, will offer distinct advantages to students regardless of the part of campus in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8239
Fostering success of STEM transfer students at WMU is focus of nearly $1M NSF grant
News
… of a nearly $1 million National Science Foundation grant awarded to a team of Western Michigan University professors. … talented students in STEM fields," says Dr. Megan Grunert Kowalske , chair of the Department of Chemistry and principal … It will also involve community outreach, such as a service project, that students in the cohort will direct and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61436
Nonbargaining employee groups seek staff input
News
… house Sept. 28 in Miller Auditorium. The event, which also was part of the groups' ongoing membership drives, was an opportunity to share information about APA and PSSO … President Shannon Rininger , assistant director of patron services at Miller Auditorium. About the survey The WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43027
Academic advisors at the Haworth College of Business win awards for impact on students
Haworth College of Business
… Academic advisors at the Haworth College of Business win awards for impact on students Submitted by Amy Coughenour on … group of advisors on their side, two of whom recently won awards from Western Michigan University for their … Stano , director of academic advising, was awarded the Service in Academic Advising Award, which recognizes …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/01/academic-advisors-haworth-awards
Future educator hones leadership skills, gives back with student organization 'Blankets for Bronson'
College of Education and Human Development
… WMU club and winner of the 2023 First Year Student Leader Award. In its first year, Darrah's club crafted 35 blankets … of donating blankets to hospital patients. This passion was inspired by a close family friend who started donating … to volunteer, and my major is teaching me how to be of service to children." Darrah's leadership skills have …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72253