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Myths

Service Learning

… learning The following myths are adapted from Jeffrey Howard's article, "Four Myths about Service-Learning," printed … (academic and co-curricular) make intentional efforts to engage students in planned and purposeful learning related to the service experiences. Co-curricular service learning, …

https://wmich.edu/servicelearning/about/myths

Public input will drive creation of WMU transportation plan

News

… Western Michigan University will ask members of the public to reveal their vision for the future of campus … main lobby of the Bernhard Center's first floor from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 3 , and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 4 . Attendees will learn about a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52677

WMU appoints proven leader as new VP for development and alumni relations

News

… University has named an experienced fundraising executive to provide strategic leadership and oversight of the … assume this important position," says WMU President Edward Montgomery .  "She has a proven track record of … such an excellent group." DeVries says she is looking forward to the opportunities her role at WMU will present, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50885

2018 Study Abroad Fair open for students, public

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… provide area students and the public with the information to make an overseas learning experience part of their … degree programs. This free event will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26 , at Sangren Hall, both … The 2018 Study Abroad Fair will offer free pizza and giveaways to students, WMU faculty and staff members, and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48322

Pre-Law Preparation Checklist

Political Science

… University planning on applying for law school will want to follow this checklist. Freshman and sophomore year Make … in the spring semester. If you're more than 10 points away, consider taking a preparation course. April Talk to …

https://wmich.edu/politics/prelaw-checklist

Farm Fresh Feasts Challenge

Western Wellness

… for more information The challenge is Friday, Sept. 27 to Thursday, Oct. 3 and encourages participants to visit a local farmers market and try a recipe … from local farmers. Participants are challenged to explore ways to incorporate seasonal fruit and vegetables into …

https://wmich.edu/wellness/events/farmfreshfeastchallenge

Funding awards help small businesses hire summer interns

News

… Funding awards help small businesses hire summer interns Submitted by … businesses in West Michigan can apply for matching funds to help them hire Western Michigan University student … for this summer through the Small Company Internship Award Program should submit their funding applications by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45200

Campus construction projects enhancing safety, accessibility and green space

News

… parking structure and the demolition of older facilities to create a new residence hall and additional green space. … safety An ongoing project on Ring Road South, between the Howard Street Pedestrian Bridge and the Miller Auditorium … vehicles. In addition to the structure, this latest development phase will include the creation of Loop …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/campus-construction-projects-enhancing-safety-accessibility-green-space

Grand opening set for Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation

News

… be formally unveiled during a grand opening ceremony from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27 , in Central Kohrman Hall. … support the needs of an innovative product design program was made possible by many generous corporate and individual … in fall 2017 with its first cohort of students, the program was created to meet current and future design and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49312

Some WMU offices reduce hours, close over spring recess

News

… beginning at 8 a.m. Monday, March 12. Office closings apply to non-represented University employees. Many represented … maintain normal hours throughout the recess. Libraries Waldo Library  is open reduced hours, 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. … March 10; and noon to midnight Sunday, March 11. The Swain Education and Maybee Music and Dance libraries will be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45319