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Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage celebrated at Western

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… . “We believe that our strength lies in our commitment to supporting diversity and promoting inclusion so that everyone … reminds me of the beauty of AAPI cultures and traditions. Support and Fellowship Members of the Asian Pacific American … cultural traditions with the Western community. "The two biggest traditions and holidays we celebrate are the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64333

Empowered by freedom after years in refugee camps, Medallion Scholar ready to change the world

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… violence," he says. "There are more than 25 terrorist groups that are active in Afghanistan. There are no jobs, no … me. They said, 'They'll give you shelter, they'll give you support, you need to go. It's not safe here.' But when I got … much better, he did have the opportunity to leave for a couple hours a day under strict supervision. Refugees couldn't …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64194

Playing Fair: Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Job Seeker

Career and Student Employment Services

… is fair and equitable to students and employers alike. support for informed and responsible decision making by … having staff members' biases or personal values imposed upon you. Access to all services and events Career centers … process and communicate hiring decisions within the agreed-upon time frame. Fair treatment If an employer is required …

https://wmich.edu/career/fair

CELCIS marks 40 years of ESL excellence

CELCIS

… master’s degrees in ESL instruction and have accumulated significant experience in the field,” Marks said. “Most of … They understand students’ language n eeds and can tailor assignments and study skills to help them succee d. Outside of … a pioneer in the English as a Second Language field, a group of young, idealistic instructors sought to revolutionize …

https://wmich.edu/celcis/history

MODA Motown fashion show drives donations to breast cancer charity

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… their collections. Gotts is wearing the dress she designed for the Warriors in Pink collection. Grace Stibich … fashion aficionados at Western Michigan University revved up their creative skills for a cause. The Merchandising … Most Cohesive Style Line Kyle Shannon : Best Styled Line Maggie Ek : Most Marketable Grace Stibich : Best Use of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67768

Registration open for new lifelong learning classes, trips

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… ambitious winter-spring session. To find out about these upcoming activities, those interested are invited to attend … M.D. School of Medicine, who will bring participants up-to-date on the practice of modern medicine. Breakout … per year, or $17.50 if joining midyear. Programs are designed for passionate learners age 50 and over and offered …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44416

Photos and Trivia

Planning, Space Management and Capital Projects

… welding technology. Many of WMU's maps and engineering designs during the mid-20th century were by Beukema. More on … in 1976-77. To contribute to the celebration, a group from the College of Applied Sciences (now called the … Lake Farm were more hospital units and staff cottages, piggeries and dairy barns, and cultivated fields. Kalamazoo …

https://wmich.edu/facilities/planning/photosandtrivia

WMU researchers get $12.5 million grant for school leadership renewal

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… schools in 20 West Michigan counties, the project will support teams of school principals and teacher leaders by: Providing intense professional development and support, and money for renewal projects for teams of leaders … who may be future principals. The school team will be assigned a team of coaches who will work with them over a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43228

Capital Intern Program

College of Arts and Sciences

… would reach that high. We started in 1978 with just a couple of interns in Kalamazoo Township.” A longtime political … by the Lee Honors College. Twice a week, students assigned to state representatives, senators, lobbyists and … life,” Witt says. “You’re seeing and contributing to the bigger picture, and that is greatly appreciated and valued by …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/capital-intern

History

Mathematics

… hiring of high school mathematics instructors. In practice, upper-level high school mathematics classes were co-listed … with the first generation of post-World War II children clogging the public school system and destined to be on campus … every year. Some would be replacements for retirements or resignations, but most would be new faculty positions. …

https://wmich.edu/math/about/history