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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU
… University thrives on the passion and dedication of its members and volunteers. While our instructors volunteer their … to bridge these gaps. By giving to the Osher Institute, you can help us continue offering exceptional programs and provide scholarships to those who need assistance. You can also make a difference by contributing to either our …
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New physical therapy doctorate gains pre-accreditation status
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… Doctor of Physical Therapy program has gained status as a candidate for accreditation from the Commission on … prepared--everything is in place and has proven to be at or above the established standards," Fruth says. … many physical therapists have also successfully branched into emerging specialty areas, such as pelvic health, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54595
History
School of Environment, Geography and Sustainability
… sustainability, and spatial sciences. SEGS builds on significant history of accomplishment at WMU, as described below. A Geography Legacy at WMU Geography at Western … and Harrison formed a powerhouse of intellectual insight into the evolving field of geography at that time. In this …
https://wmich.edu/environment/about/history
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Web Services and Standards
… one Image component. Category Value May contain Image May be placed in Hero region, Content region, Region 2, Region 3, Container Field Description Slides The field into which the Slideshow's Image components will be added. Slide navigation Bullets (default) or thumbnails. …
https://wmich.edu/web/guide/flexible/slideshow
Engineered for brain science
Research and Innovation
… KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Alexandra Ferguson wants to blaze a trail into the final frontier of the human body—the complex and … we know so little about it. It’s my goal to understand it better.” The Livonia, Michigan, native and daughter of a … degree in electrical engineering. That same year, Ferguson became one of only 180 students nationwide to receive the …
https://wmich.edu/research/engineered-brian-science
How studying abroad enriched my life and college experience
College of Fine Arts
… the three weeks I was in Italy I learned about the amazing benefits of studying abroad. Here are five of the things I … letterpress, silk screening and book-binding. I also got into journaling. We put together journals before the trip … to. Venice was unlike any city I have ever been to; the canals were amazing. When we walked at night it was so …
https://wmich.edu/finearts/blog/2016/10/how-studying-abroad-enriched-my-life-college-experience
Stand-up comedian Demetri Martin performs on campus
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… on Martin KALAMAZOO--Stand-up comedian Demetri Martin will be at Western Michigan University's Miller Auditorium for a … public Wednesday, Feb. 8, and range from $16 to $20. They can be purchased by calling (269) 387-2300 or … Programs office at (269) 387-2118. Contact: Tonya Durlach January 30, 2012 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/109
History from 1950-59
College of Education and Human Development
… Department of Industrial Arts Education divides into Department of Industrial Technical Education and … Arts Education. 1952 Western Michigan College of Education begins to offer course work for its own Master of Arts … major long-term impact on U.S. education. It forces American educators to better prepare its students in mathematics …
https://wmich.edu/education/about/1950-59
A Flawed Bishop, a Favorite Teacher: Lárentíus saga
Medieval Institute Publications
… estate of Hólar in northern Iceland, an elderly priest began writing a biography of his mentor and teacher, … also named Jörundr), he is tasked with excommunicating the canons of the cathedral, whom the archbishop was feuding … powerful enemies on both sides of the North Atlantic. The canons torment him—sending servants to chase him, attack …
https://wmich.edu/medievalpublications/news/2024/10/flawed-bishop
Distance education: You do you
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… by Stacey Anderson on Dr. Alan Rea KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Being authentic and accessible is something that students … with constructive criticism on how you think the experience can improve going forward. As faculty members, we can learn much from our students’ experience. It is almost …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58871