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Intro to Functional Course Design
Teaching and Learning
… to engage with learning content and activities in a way that is enjoyable and effective by removing barriers to … objectives and can be used to gauge learner progress toward key assessments and course outcomes, support … between four teams. Each offering specific, but related, services to support instructors in imagining, designing, and …
https://wmich.edu/x/teaching-learning/teaching-resources/intro-fcd
Defining a Grant or Contract versus a Gift
Research and Innovation
… or support: is it a gift, grant or contract? It is not always easy to define funding. An award might not meet all of the characteristics in one area … state and local public agencies for procurement of specific services. Proposals for Contracts are submitted through …
https://wmich.edu/research/sponsored-project-vs-gift
WMU names economist, Washington labor expert as ninth president
News
… 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
News
… 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
Business student awarded patent for speaking device
News
… 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
News
… 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
Caring cases: Luggage for Love seeking donations for foster children
News
… collects suitcases for foster children in need of a way to transport their personal belongings from one foster … Mich. — Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, a noble community service project, conceived by graduate students from the … you in some sense of having been there.’” Luggage for Love was developed from an assignment for the spring course …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58665
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
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