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Some WMU offices reduce hours, close over spring recess

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… March 2 for Spirit Day. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Some campus services at Western Michigan University will be on reduced … maintain normal hours throughout the recess. Libraries Waldo Library  is open reduced hours, 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. … March 10; and noon to midnight Sunday, March 11. The Swain Education and Maybee Music and Dance libraries will be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45319

WMU names economist, Washington labor expert as ninth president

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… WMU names economist, Washington labor expert as ninth president Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Edward B. Montgomery KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Edward B. … background and a tremendous track record in the public service arena," says WMU Board Chair Jeffrey Rinvelt . "We …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39331

Nearly $5M grant will help WMU, school districts create new pipeline to fill teacher shortage

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… the districts—like paraprofessionals, bus drivers, food service staff and custodians—to earn their teacher … 10 years. So, we need to think creatively about people who want to come back to this who are in schools already in some … for human resources at Kalamazoo Public Schools. "We want to lift up our community by lifting up individuals with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61810

Free Speech

Free Speech

… as flag-burning, wearing armbands, using the symbol of the swastika or political cartoons, some types of speech are not … a pamphlet published by the Congressional Research Service. Is hate speech protected by the first amendment? … Yes. Hate speech is generally defined as insults towards a person or group of people based on their race, …

https://wmich.edu/freespeech

Apply as a First-Year Undergraduate

Admissions

… come in person? Check out our virtual experiences for more ways to learn about our school. And check out what current … types . If you've already applied, check your Gold Gateway account to check your application status . If you're an … literacy resources Western welcomes every Bronco Disability Services for Students Accessible education is our mission. …

https://wmich.edu/admissions/first-year-apply

Business student awarded patent for speaking device

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… Business student awarded patent for speaking device Submitted by Anonymous … creation. The WMU sophomore was born with a disorder that makes it difficult for him to … students must demonstrate a promising idea for a product or service. Starting Gate provides a fast track to business …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20784

WMU business professors see signs of economic recovery amid pandemic

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… in, there are signs of hope the U.S. economy is on its way to recovery. Unemployment is decreasing, jobs are being … now struggling with COVID. What happens if there's a second wave? What if vaccines don't get approved until next year? … each of those jobs accounts for about 10 jobs in the service sector. The index has been above 50 now for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60747

Internship Stories

College of Education and Human Development

… internship with the Giants progresses, Harlin is looking forward to gaining more experience and knowledge of the game … on your toes," she says. "I just love playing with them and watching them grow."   Being placed in a different culture … teaching internship requirement. The experience gives pre-service teachers, like Nina Amicarelli, a senior majoring in …

https://wmich.edu/education/intern

Past News

History

… Past News NEWS ARCHIVE Contact Us 2023 Dr. James Palmitessa  was  interviewed  by FOX affiliate WXMI on the history of …   Dr. Hanmo Zhang  with this year's Alumni Achievement Award. Dr. Zhang graduated with an M.A. from Western Michigan … Award National association honors Dr. Sally Hadden for service Dr. Sherwood "Woody" Cordie r Memorial Spring 2018 …

https://wmich.edu/history/news

Resilience, hope fuel athletic training grad's drive for success

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… Mich.— Taylor Gaines is no stranger to hard work. Since she was old enough to be employed, she's been bringing home … hard to provide for her family and for her future. "I was working two jobs in high school, helping pay for rent … but I also want to open a pro bono clinic, giving free services to people that can't afford them. Once I get my …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66430