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WMU Evaluation Center celebrates 50 years of impact with $7.2M in recent grants

News

… Michigan University's Evaluation Center is paving the way for several exciting new initiatives as it celebrates 50 … but we make sure our work is relevant to almost anyone who wants to know more about evaluation—why it matters, how it … people working in diverse sectors.” Reducing inequities and service gaps during times of crisis A $1 million grant from …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73086

Leave Plans

Human Resources

… FTE) Upon hire: 176 hours After five years (60 months) of service: 192 hours After 10 years (120 months) of service: … approval, provided the supervisor agrees that the absence was due to a bona fide emergency. Separation and retirement. … established on the employee’s behalf, to the extent allowable by plan provisions. In these events, the maximum …

https://wmich.edu/hr/handbook-leave

Alumni Classnotes, summer 2026

W Magazine

… honorees by the board of directors of the General Aviation Awards Program. Judge Michael Hatty , BA ’75, of Brighton, Michigan, was appointed by … Coast Business Times for its “Who’s Who in Professional Services.” Laurie Linscott , BA ’83, of East Lansing, …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/alumni-classnotes-summer-2026

Recognition Programs

Human Resources

… Recognition Programs Western Michigan University service recognition programs are designed to publicly … and honor University employees. Make a Difference awards The WMU Make a Difference awards program is a joint program of the APA, AFSCME, MSEA, …

https://wmich.edu/hr/resources/recognitionprograms

Information Technology

Information Technology

… is smooth and efficient. Whether it's troubleshooting, software installation, or any other IT concern, don't hesitate … for finding self-guided resources related to various campus services. The search bar in goWMU simplifies locating the … If you have a new idea or a suggestion for improvement, we want to hear from you! Your feedback plays a crucial role in …

https://wmich.edu/it

All Life is Learning - February 2026

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… This change also means the OLLI office will relocate to Walwood Hall off Oakland Drive. The new space offers more … Led by Dr. Rosemary Max , Associate Vice President of the Haenicke Institute for Global Education, this panel will … that hangs in the Kalamazoo County Health & Community Services building, which White also built. Click here to …

https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/february-2026

Academics

Political Science

… to pursue careers in law, business, journalism, public service and education . Undergraduate programs Political … science minors are specially designed for those who want to study political science without pursuing a political … WMU students intern in southwest Michigan; Lansing, Mich.; Washington, D.C.; and even internationally. The Capital …

https://wmich.edu/politics/academics

Immigration Support

International Student and Scholar Services

… rule for the elimination of the Duration of Status (D/S) was released by the U.S. Department of Homeland … to other changes. International Student and Scholar Services is conducting a detailed review of the new … Students and Scholars While Western Michigan University's Haenicke Institute staff cannot prepare tax returns, give …

https://wmich.edu/international/immigration

First-Year Faces

First-Year Faces

… talent earned him an invitation to sing alongside Broadway stars in New York City. It made him even more excited … to change the world He left everything behind to escape war and violence in Afghanistan. Now, Zabihullah Najafi is … to education, opportunities to explore global perspective Service and social justice Sierra Ward is passionate about …

https://wmich.edu/firstyearfaces

Graduate Program Application

School of Social Work

… social work practice. These include motivation for a human service profession, personal maturity and leadership … fee:   Domestic: $50 non-refundable. You can obtain a fee waiver by attending an information session or by making an … to International Admissions in one of the following ways: Electronic: Transcripts can be emailed directly to …

https://wmich.edu/socialwork/academics/grad/apply