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The State of the Water State

Lee Honors College

… activist, but someone has to do it, especially at the government’s highest levels. James Clift, policy director … pass the Clean Water Act and seek remediation. “This was a time when people rose up and demanded that something be done … runoff before the nutrients are needed in the spring. Clift doesn’t see an immediate reversal in the demand for food …

https://wmich.edu/honors/state-water-state

Making AI more accessible for people with speech differences

W Magazine

… of that. And the longer this persists, the more inequity is going to widen." Gerlach-Houck is part of a … to widen," says Gerlach-Houck. "If AI can't understand what you're saying, you're not going to have a fair shake." … and biased AI is a threat to human rights." Other groups have attempted similar projects, but she believes her …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71793

Staff Compensation System: Job Evaluation Process

Human Resources

… of University Budgets. The process to be followed by the supervisor or manager of the position to be reviewed is … Budgets  to request a position authorization form.  Update the job content tool for the position, using the most … is vacant, the job content tool should be completed by the supervisor or manager. For filled positions, the supervisor …

https://wmich.edu/hr/jobevaluationprocess

Longtime tennis coach inducted into MAC Hall of Fame

News

… Longtime tennis coach inducted into MAC Hall of Fame Submitted … these six individuals, and their achievements during their time competing in the Mid-American Conference," said Dr. Jon … at 33-0 during that span. WMU finished first or runner-up in the MAC in 24 of 33 seasons, had a 30-year streak of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40347

Evaluation Lab

The Evaluation Center

… University. WMU is proud to redefine success, expanding what it means to thrive in an ever-changing world. The lab … you wherever you are in your evaluation journey. Explore Support Find out how you can help the lab grow and prosper. …

https://wmich.edu/evaluation/lab

Foundation Art

Gwen Frostic School of Art

… Foundation Art The primary goal of the Foundation Art Program is to enable students to … 1070 Form and Surface* ART 1080 Form and Space* ART 1090 Time and Process** ART 2360 Professional Practice ART 3250 … Studio students have created the "top, above, north, up, over" part of a drawing, and the Savannah College of Art …

https://wmich.edu/art/academics/foundation-art

OT students learn about ergonomic furniture design at the Herman Miller Design Yard

College of Health and Human Services

… OT students learn about ergonomic furniture design at the Herman Miller Design Yard … Hourihan. As part of graduate seminar class, second year occupational therapy students from Grand Rapids and instructor, … Miller is a leader in furniture design that features ergonomics, safety and sustainability. Each product the …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/11-2016-ot

Confucius Institute hosts 2019 Chinese New Years Gala

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… on Confucius Institute students operate giant Chinese Dragon. The Confucius Institute at Western Michigan University … games and prize drawings to give attendees a taste of what a new year's festival looks and feels like in China. … Asian initiatives at WMU. "In China, the new year is also a time for family and friends to gather. The gala is a chance …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/50728

July 25, 2016

Registrar's Office

… from a Summer II course.  Students can withdraw through GoWMU until 11:59 pm. tonight.  If they are unable to access … be disclosed to under this FERPA exception.  This exception does not allow for a blanket release of protected … emergency and to those individuals who have a need to know. Upcoming Dates July 25—Last day to receive 25% refund for a …

https://wmich.edu/registrar/notes-2016-07-25

"I Thought I Had More Ramen" - Jaylynn Mittig

News

… More Ramen" "Discovering Fun, New and Interesting Places" "What inspired me for my "Memento Vitae" series was wanting … and ominous. I thought it might bring viewers joy and a good laugh; we are all just skeletons trying to live. … in our houses watching the clock tick. During these tough times, it is important to find humor and happiness in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59468