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Longtime staff member recognized with semi-annual award

College of Education and Human Development

… award Submitted by Chris Hybels on Amy Burns joins Derek Andree, assistant director of admissions and advising, at the inaugural CEHD cares day. Amy Burns and Western staff await the delivery of furniture for the newly … Amy Burns (center) and CEHD staff enjoy catching up at Western's staff bash. Amy Burns accepts the 2018 CEHD staff …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70233

WMU opera workshop highlights Mozart's 'The Marriage of Figaro'

News

… by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The School of Music at Western Michigan University will present a version of … "The Marriage of Figaro," at 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 3 , and Tuesday, April 4 , in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. … will be conducted by music faculty member Dr. David Little and accompanied by graduate piano major James Schippers . …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/39001

WMU campus United Way campaign returns to ‘make a difference' in our communities

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… communities Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is launching its campaign on … support the United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI) and fund charitable programs that make a difference in the … lives are changed in powerful ways.” Donations on behalf of Western faculty and staff will go further this year with the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72650

Graduate College selects inaugural faculty fellows

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… on KALAMAZOO—Two veteran faculty members have been named Western Michigan University's inaugural Graduate College Faculty Fellows. Drs. Jon R. Adams and Louann Bierlein Palmer began their service as 2013 fellows at the start of the spring semester. They were selected following an application …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4126

Raising the bar in HR: Q&A with Mike Powell

Management

… world, it has never been more important to be versatile and agile. For senior Mike Powell, these are the very … 2018. Throughout the semester, he mentioned all the roles and responsibilities of a human resources department, … job interview and resume assistance resources at Western and employers who attend career fairs and registered …

https://wmich.edu/management/powell2021

Weather won't stop WMU's commencement ceremonies

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… Mich.—Despite a winter storm warning for Dec. 16-17, Western Michigan University still plans to hold its … crews will be working throughout the day to keep the roads and parking areas near Miller Auditorium clear for the graduates and their families. Three ceremonies are planned—at 9 a.m., …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36975

Dietician offers natural ways to boost immunity

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… of illness,” says Trina Weber , registered dietitian at Western Michigan University’s Sindecuse Health Center who … like eating well, drinking water, getting adequate sleep and being active are simple ways to keep your body running in top shape. Trina Weber, RD During the pandemic, several companies have popped up, selling …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59065

Doctoral student earns recognition for research

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich. – Baraah Qawasmeh , a Western Michigan University civil engineering doctoral … dissertation, has received numerous accolades for her work and research in her field. Her most recent accomplishment is … Wisconsin.  Qawasmeh’s study focused on analyzing daytime and nighttime pedestrian fatalities and injuries resulting …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75926

He’s back: James Rhodes’ 40-year WMU story

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… holds degrees from WMU in computer science, cybersecurity and accounting. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Nearly 40 years ago, James Rhodes began his academic journey at Western Michigan University—a journey that resulted in not … computer engineering career but also in four degrees from Western. And this year, he’s again back again—this time as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65975

Art grad ready to help others find healing through her craft

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… through her craft Submitted by Erin Flynn on Sharmane Flanders is graduating with an art degree and plans to pursue … bright future for herself. As she prepares to graduate from Western Michigan University on Saturday, Dec. 16, with a … Community College, she chose to continue her education at Western to take the next step on that career path.  "When I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73705