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Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Opportunities

College of Education and Human Development

… and such payment does not guarantee any credit awarded (with awarded credit dependent upon a successful portfolio review). … the preparation and growth of pre K-12 teachers, human service professionals, innovative designers, and health and …

https://wmich.edu/education/pla

Campus community, alumni welcomed to homecoming week events ahead of game

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… theme, “Home Sweet Home,” to welcome alumni, recognize award winners and hold special pregame tailgates to gear up … the football game. This year's royalty contestant group was one of the largest in recent years, says Wayne Bond , … tickets Friday, Oct. 14 The College of Health and Human Services’ Occupational Therapy Rider Colloquium is from 8 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69383

WMU honors alumnus, Medal of Honor recipient at Bronco football game

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… acts of bravery as a U.S. Army medic during the Vietnam War, Western Michigan University graduate James C. "Doc" McCloughan has been awarded the Medal of Honor . The retired teacher and coach … , following the decadeslong lobbying efforts of his fellow servicemen. McCloughan's many feats of bravery occurred …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43734

Kercher Center Clients and Projects

Sociology

… 2017-18, Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety Drinking Water Protection Survey of Kalamazoo County 2017, City of … Community Survey 2012-13, Kalamazoo Public Library Drinking Water Protection Survey of Kalamazoo County 2012, City of … Portage city residents to obtain their viewpoints on city services and other issues 2011-12, city of Portage, Mich. …

https://wmich.edu/sociology/research/kercher-center/kercher-center-clients

Secretary of State Mobile Office to visit campus for voter registration

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… University this month to offer voter registration and other services to students, staff and area residents. The stop is … Flagpoles. "With many students attending college in cities away from home, they may have questions about residency and … their communities," says Dunn. "One of the most important ways they can have an impact is to take part in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35167

Revised strategic plan being implemented through 2020

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Now that the new academic year is underway, faculty and staff members across the Western Michigan … Excellence —Promote innovative learning, discovery and service. Discovery and Collaboration —Progress as a … social sustainability and accessibility. Sustainable Stewardship —Advance economic and environmental sustainability …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34750

Connecting passion with purpose, music graduate sets sights on art management

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… Domingo.  Peña Cabreja sings with an orchestra. "Yes, there was architecture, but every time there was an audition, I was there. Every time there was a gig, I … new experiences, I found out that I was good at customer service, that I liked selling and marketing the University," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62476

Medicine garden harvest helps kick off academic year for Native American Student Organization

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… but knowing my people’s sacred medicines are close and always accessible to use reassures me that my community … to any community." Rooted in tradition The garden, which was developed in consultation with Tribal nations in the … the Gun Lake Tribe, and  Laura Moss , gardener in Landscape Services, brought the idea to fruition. "It's been so …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/medicine-garden-harvest-2024-native-american-student-association

National leader, respected public servant and longtime advocate for Western to receive honorary degree

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… l in August 2022 and collaborated with WMU President Edward Montgomery to discuss the future of civility in … to Western Michigan University for recognizing my public service,” Upton said. “Representing Western and advocating … have a new representative in the next Congress, I will always remain a steadfast supporter of the University.” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70189

Frequently Asked Questions for Prospective Students

College of Aviation

… such as Delta Propel, United Aviate, and the AAR Eagle Pathway Program, that provide streamlined career paths for … in a rather convenient spot, as we are only 2 hours away from either Chicago or Detroit, and 1 hour from Lake … with cellular capability. You do not need to subscribe to a service, but the cellular capability allows for the use of a …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/future/frequently-asked-questions