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World-renowned artist carved path to success at Western
W Magazine
… at this for many years, but things just started opening up. And part of that opening up process is remembering how it happened.” Johnson began … Scholars Academy, Johnson was immediately connected with a support network to foster his holistic journey as a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70894
Redefining Normal: Alumni find strength in each other to inspire a new generation
W Magazine
… situations in life were normal," adds Justin, who grew up on the southwest side of Detroit and entered foster care … mentors around me gave me the confidence to apply. They suggested I go to the Seita Scholars Program because they had … their scholarship potential and emerge from college debt-free with The Scholarship Expert and teaching youth the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63818
Bronco-turned-NFL star Sam Beal tackles Alzheimer's awareness in national campaign
News
… Beal , now a cornerback for the New York Giants, is teaming up with the Alzheimer's Association in its effort to end … love to be that voice and be out there showing that I’m supporting beating this disease." The "#ENDALZ" photo … to raise awareness and funds to end the disease. Beal grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he watched his mother …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53687
WMU sees record number of recipients for nationally competitive study abroad scholarship
Study Abroad
… by the U.S. Department of State, provides scholarships up to $5,000 to support students of limited financial means to participate in … broadens the student populations that study abroad by supporting undergraduates who might not otherwise be able to …
https://wmich.edu/studyabroad/news/2024/09/study-abroad-gilman-scholarship-record-recipients
Latino Student Alliance to kick off 2022 Hispanic Heritage Month at Western
News
… and the University's Multicultural Meet and Greet. "The upcoming events are a great way to appreciate a culture and … of their heritage—to join and share their culture. The group both aims to raise awareness of the Latin and Hispanic communities at Western and provide supportive social, academic and cultural programming for its …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69230
National education figure to talk about dynamic leadership in education
News
… the Oscar of teaching—is the keynote speaker for the free public presentation at the Fetzer Center on the WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/32969
Faculty, staff and students invited to a night at the ball park
News
… 300 child ticket requests from staff and faculty, with up to two child tickets available for each adult ticket … part of the Northwoods League and the team roster is made up of talented college athletes, including two Broncos, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16139
Alum’s “Tumor Paint” research featured in CBS Sunday Morning
College of Arts and Sciences
… in Seattle. His research on a tiny molecule that lights up brain tumors so neurosurgeons can better distinguish … we decided that day to find a way to make the cancer light up so that surgeons could see it while they’re operating.” … which naturally targets brain cancer cells, by tagging it with a molecule that acts like a flashlight. The …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news-james-olson-cancer
Clinical Trauma Interventionist (Part-Time)
Human Resources
… Job code 010791 Pay grade E Pay type Nonexempt/hourly General summary Conducts clinical trauma assessments and provides follow-up advocacy. Delivers training Major duties Conducts …
https://wmich.edu/hr/employees/staff/jobdescriptions/010791
Foundation Scholar driven to care for communities in need
News
… and a world of possibility in front of him. "I grew up in an underprivileged area in Guatemala where education … Program for non-English speakers—a year-long course designed to teach language and other basic skills necessary to … that way most at Western Michigan University, and the biggest reason was the Foundation Scholarship." The Foundation …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67871