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When opportunity knocks: Alum’s business acquisition funded by Sleeping Giant Capital
Haworth College of Business
… business owners with capital, the center has successfully supported its first business acquisition through Sleeping … operations and sales as well as a network of investors and suppliers, Abdella saw a great opportunity to collaborate … with success tied directly to how well talent is managed, supported and developed. The company is already a thought …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64373
Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage celebrated at Western
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… . “We believe that our strength lies in our commitment to supporting diversity and promoting inclusion so that everyone … reminds me of the beauty of AAPI cultures and traditions. Support and Fellowship Members of the Asian Pacific American … cultural traditions with the Western community. "The two biggest traditions and holidays we celebrate are the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64333
Empowered by freedom after years in refugee camps, Medallion Scholar ready to change the world
News
… violence," he says. "There are more than 25 terrorist groups that are active in Afghanistan. There are no jobs, no … me. They said, 'They'll give you shelter, they'll give you support, you need to go. It's not safe here.' But when I got … much better, he did have the opportunity to leave for a couple hours a day under strict supervision. Refugees couldn't …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64194
Playing Fair: Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Job Seeker
Career and Student Employment Services
… is fair and equitable to students and employers alike. support for informed and responsible decision making by … having staff members' biases or personal values imposed upon you. Access to all services and events Career centers … process and communicate hiring decisions within the agreed-upon time frame. Fair treatment If an employer is required …
https://wmich.edu/career/fair
Registration open for new lifelong learning classes, trips
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… ambitious winter-spring session. To find out about these upcoming activities, those interested are invited to attend … M.D. School of Medicine, who will bring participants up-to-date on the practice of modern medicine. Breakout … per year, or $17.50 if joining midyear. Programs are designed for passionate learners age 50 and over and offered …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44416
WMU researchers get $12.5 million grant for school leadership renewal
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… schools in 20 West Michigan counties, the project will support teams of school principals and teacher leaders by: Providing intense professional development and support, and money for renewal projects for teams of leaders … who may be future principals. The school team will be assigned a team of coaches who will work with them over a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43228
Capital Intern Program
College of Arts and Sciences
… would reach that high. We started in 1978 with just a couple of interns in Kalamazoo Township.” A longtime political … by the Lee Honors College. Twice a week, students assigned to state representatives, senators, lobbyists and … life,” Witt says. “You’re seeing and contributing to the bigger picture, and that is greatly appreciated and valued by …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/capital-intern
A lifelong gift: 1980 graduate gives back to Department of Philosophy
College of Arts and Sciences
… department’s value, and with a desire to provide lasting support for future students, Rochon met with department … important for graduate students in particular.” “It’s super easy and it’s been rewarding,” Rochon says of the … Rochon also represented the Palestinian government in a significant case brought forward from the United States. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69151
History
Mathematics
… hiring of high school mathematics instructors. In practice, upper-level high school mathematics classes were co-listed … with the first generation of post-World War II children clogging the public school system and destined to be on campus … every year. Some would be replacements for retirements or resignations, but most would be new faculty positions. …
https://wmich.edu/math/about/history
From Lake Michigan to the Skies: The Journey of Two WMU Aviation Alumni Soaring with Delta
College of Aviation
… ever wanted to do. Planes always interested me. Growing up, we would go to the Middle East every summer. On that … was until I was part of it. My primary resources were a couple of people from my high school who had chosen WMU's … at the college's base of operations at Battle Creek's Kellogg Field, worked three years as a flight instructor, served …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/02/abuzir-quandt