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Finances, freight, food and festivities: Holiday shopping season starts early and shopper behavior varies
Haworth College of Business
… keep up inflationary pressure until the war is over.” Ross notes that while inflation around the world is generally high, the U.S. is no exception. “Even with the Federal Reserve setting the … overall available capacity in the industry, which led to upward pressure on the prices trucking companies charge to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73415
WMU to offer advanced coursework in purchasing management
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… in the process. The courses will provide practical knowledge and take-away tools that enable participants to … offerings," Jones says. "Jeoff and his team are a top-notch organization and truly respected for their purchasing … . About WMU's ISM program Ranked No. 12 in undergraduate supply chain management education by …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17758
Parents can empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often
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… says racism is a pandemic in America—and children are not immune. "When something big happens in our country, they're going to hear about it. There's no way we can protect them from it; it's out there. So, we … conversation a step further and talk about anti-bias. She suggests resources for parents such as the conscious kid , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60000
Why I Give: David and Sandy Rozelle
W Magazine
… advisor to WMU’s award-winning chapter of the accounting honorary Beta Alpha Psi for 25 years. He was also highly … possible.” Recently, the couple decided to make an even bigger impact by donating real estate to fund both … became very active in Michigan Gift of Life, signing up thousands of people to the donor registry and competing in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73396
Nonbargaining employee groups seek staff input
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… Nonbargaining employee groups seek staff input Submitted by … for their organizations were APA Vice President Monica Liggins-Abrams , associate director of the Center for Research … the administration for salaried workers and PSSO for hourly workers. Along with supporting the University as a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43027
Western's ‘Battalion Mom’ retires after 28 years
Haworth College of Business
… Obreiter was the main staff member with historical knowledge of systems and procedures at the University. She … they enrolled in too many classes? Should they get married now or after graduation? She tried to teach them to have a … assistant for the Army ROTC program, Obreiter not only oversaw program management and its 150 cadets, but …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70295
3D maps could help people with visual impairments navigate their world
W Magazine
… KALAMAZOO, Mich—“Oh my goodness, it’s beautiful! I cannot believe it came out so well. Wow!” gushes Dr. Dawn … of Health and Human Services. The white plastic model may not look like much. There are no bells and whistles; no … The successful development of these maps could lead to bigger things at WMU. “We’re looking at possibly doing a model …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57071
WMU Public Safety expands alert and advisory notification options
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… WMU Public Safety expands alert and advisory notification options Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … WMU Alerts, advisory notifications, crime-prevention suggestions and safety tips, and general posts about the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49624
Broadway star, WMU alumna Marin Mazzie receives posthumous Tony Award
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… by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Tony Awards are honoring Western Michigan University alumna Marin Mazzie with … of WMU, was a theatrical force. A three-time Tony Award nominee, she broke onto the Broadway stage in 1985 and never … Stillwell says. "You knew she would do it. There was no question." A SHINING STAR Mazzie performs in the musical …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53728
WMU a leader in offering learning by virtual reality
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… and freshman Jacob Zufall, of Portage, using VR in the technology in the arts course. Teams work on a project to create … WMU Libraries was started to explore this revolutionary technology as a collaborative effort of the Office of Information Technology and Waldo Library. Opening the door to broad …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50873