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Transfer of Credit Subcommittee

Faculty Senate

… Transfer of Credit Subcommittee Role Statement In addition to annual charges it may receive from the Faculty Senate … and acceptance at WMU. This includes, but is not limited to, policies and procedures, communication with prospective … Education, and study abroad. Recommend best practices to departments as related to charge #1. Create and maintain …

https://wmich.edu/facultysenate/committees/transfercreditcmt

Early childhood educator appointed board president of Kalamazoo County Ready 4s

College of Education and Human Development

… Early childhood educator appointed board president of Kalamazoo County Ready 4s … can change the trajectory of a child's life that I just want to support it in anyway I can," says Nelson. "And if … programs found that a 1 percentile increase in kindergarten test scores increases adult earnings by about one-half of 1 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72088

Dr. Homer Hartman Stryker biography

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. Homer Stryker was an orthopedic surgeon, inventor, and businessman, best known for his inventions, which … skin in the process. The evolution of these products is a testimony to Dr. Stryker's approach to innovation—after he …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14108

WMU becomes part of Osher Lifelong Learning Institute network

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… Osher Foundation has selected Western Michigan University to become the newest member of the celebrated national … for sustainability, the Osher Foundation will consider awarding an endowment of $1 million to provide permanent … and universities in locations that range from Maine to Hawaii and Alaska. The San Francisco-based Osher Foundation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16136

Plans for new alumni center unveiled

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… renovated East Hall. KALAMAZOO—New building wings refined to reflect the existing look and feel of East Hall were … original building. "The additions will be carried out in a way that feels more balanced and in keeping with the … extend the usable space near the portico with a retaining wall and outdoor platform. The hillside below will be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14654

Former President Elson Floyd dies in Washington

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… Former President Elson Floyd dies in Washington Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. Elson S. … , sixth president of Western Michigan University, died in Washington Saturday, June 20 , after a battle with cancer. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/25003

Free financial aid event set for college-bound students

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… students and their families are invited to come to Western Michigan University Sunday, Feb. 9 , for College … micollegegoal.org . College Goal Sunday The free program was created to increase the number of students who continue …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13373

Earning a CPA license before graduation: A valuable asset

Haworth College of Business

… CPA prep courses helped me realize that I had the potential to pass all four sections before I graduated.” Delaney … preparation until after graduation, accountancy faculty wanted students to engage with the advanced concepts on the … She coached me for my first CPA section, auditing and attestation, and she also offered many different test-taking …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/12/cpa-exam-preparation

UMSC November Minutes

Environmental Health and Safety

… monthly meeting of the Union-Management Safety Committee was conducted on November 11 th , 2025 by the Environmental … (VA)   OLD BUSINESS   Jake Woods provided an update to the safety concern involving the lack of tornado shelter … any mechanical issues that could be recreated through testing and troubleshooting.  The leading cause appears to …

https://wmich.edu/ehs/umscnovember

COVID-19 at Western: One year later

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… by Megan Looker on (March 2020)  Faculty stepping up to support transition to distance education : Distance … (May 2020)  WMU professor unites health care heroes, Broadway stars to raise spirits and funds during pandemic : Jay … crisis. (June 2020) WMU launches rapid-result COVID-19 testing : Active COVID-19 antigen testing that offers …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63586