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Empowered by freedom after years in refugee camps, Medallion Scholar ready to change the world
News
… 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
Three high-profile graduates to receive WMU's top alumni honor
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… gala-style reception that will serve as the University's signature event for recognizing its alumni and will celebrate select groups of graduates from all of the University's colleges. The … He is the host and executive producer of "Ed Gordon," an hourlong quarterly news magazine on Bounce TV, as well as host …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49360
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
Masters Alumni 2010-2019
History
… are listed on an alumni page, please contact us with career updates. 2019 Ian Anderson Anderson is a representative … co-director of the Des Moines County Historical Society in Burlington, Iowa. Lindsey passed away unexpectedly on … FL. Caitlin B. Murphy Murphy teaches History at Kellogg Community College in Battle Creek. Samantha Steele Steele …
https://wmich.edu/history/masters-alumni2010
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
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
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