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Common Student Handbook

School of Social Work

… practitioners to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities, and institutions within a … may arise which may prevent an instructor from assigning a grade in a timely manner. In such instances, the … Students may reserve their guests’ tickets online by logging into GoWMU and clicking on "Graduation Ceremony RSVP" …

https://wmich.edu/socialwork/common-student-handbook

Western researchers develop a special boot to save limbs and lives

News

… Daryl Lawson, right, conduct research on SenLore, a boot designed to help patients with non-healing foot ulcers. … stimulation to increase blood flow and dramatically speed up the healing process. The results, so far, are remarkable; … now exploring how to expand the boot's capabilities by designing a resonant sensor for low-cost, contact-free …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64303

Maintaining Status

Immigration Support

… United States immigration law places responsibility upon the individual student to know and follow all relevant … personal or academic situations , or items that need to be updated on the I-20/DS-2019, such as: Change of name or … students, their dependents, and the approved schools and designated U.S. sponsors that host nonimmigrant students. …

https://wmich.edu/immigration/hbmaintaining

WMU hosting inaugural conference, forming statewide coalition to bring more teachers of color to classrooms

News

… regarding financial, logistical and educational support services to help more students of color realize their … teacher preparation candidate, particularly those that are supported via social media. Exemplary Educator WMU Future … an administrator for Saginaw’s school system) cultivated a support system that enabled her to realize her career dreams, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58144

J-1 Exchange Visitor

Immigration Support

… Scholar —an individual coming to the U.S. for a period of up to six months to lecture, observe, consult and … interns in certain fields. Program exclusions: sponsors designated by the department to administer training and … identification page. Insurance Acknowledgement Form signed by J-1 scholar (located on the I3S Forms page ). …

https://wmich.edu/immigration/departments/j1

Empowering Futures: 'So that all may learn'

W Magazine

… that will not only fortify proven programs but also extend support to many more students with the ultimate goal of … within a community—we’re missing a key piece.” The donors designated $200 million of the gift for WMU, $50 million for … if they're not in a good headspace to succeed or are struggling with anxiety we know many students have been …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/empowering-futures-so-all-may-learn

Office of Research

College of Health and Human Services

… forefront of impactful research initiatives, contributing significantly to advancements in the fields of allied health … Professor awarded a $2.3 million Opioid Impacted Family Support Grant Dr. Jennifer Harrison The Health Resources … valuable, one-on-one time to elementary kids who are struggling or academically falling behind. Serving Rural …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/research

All Life is Learning - May 2024

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… money!). Thank you again to everyone who participated—your support on Giving Day gives our lifelong learning community … pursuit.  Curriculum Committee volunteers build on ideas suggested by OLLI members, brainstorm potential course topics … meal plan with strength training. His meal plan is designed by a dietitian and focuses on the use of normal food …

https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/may-2024

Twenty incoming students win $60,000 Medallion Scholarships

News

… The daylong event included essay writing and a group problem-solving activity for the students as well as … Christian High School and plans to major in interior design at WMU. She was awarded a Presidential Endowed … summers and has managed the store with other workers, logging about 40 hours a week. Lindsay M. Gubow Lindsay M. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/32715

Twenty-two incoming students win $50,000 Medallion Scholarships

News

… Seven of them come from underrepresented or minority groups. They will begin their studies at WMU in the fall and … stage managing, and has assisted in the areas of artistic design, and technical design and operation. He also led teams … the Kalamazoo Nature Center and has volunteered at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary. Shelby Township Michael W. Arellano …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26024