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Arts and Sciences dean named a distinguished woman in higher education
News
… Mich.—The Michigan American Council on Education Network has recognized Dr. Carla Koretsky , dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, as a … in society at large. The award recognizes groundbreaking work on behalf of women that is outside the scope of the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59963
Internships, faculty support help alumnus land job at ABC News
News
… Internships, faculty support help alumnus land job at ABC News Submitted by Erin Flynn on A post-graduation activity report reveals 94% of 2018-19 WMU graduates are actively employed or pursuing further education. Read more about the results …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58013
Dean elected as library association vice-president/president-elect
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… to welcome Julie Garrison back to the ACRL Board of Directors as vice-president/president-elect," said ACRL Executive Director Mary Ellen K. Davis . "During her time on the ACRL Board as director-at-large, Julie was engaged in a number of strategic …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58928
Award-winning WMU alumna is new Grand Rapids regional location director
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… WMU alumna is new Grand Rapids regional location director Submitted by Deanne Puca on Joanne Roehm KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Joanne Roehm , former director of Strategic Initiatives and LaughFest for Gilda’s Club …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64494
Western board votes to keep tuition increase well below cap proposed by state officials
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… keeping with the University’s commitment to providing an affordable and high-quality education, the Western Michigan … the tuition-increase restraint cap proposed by the governor and Michigan Senate. Tuition and required fees will rise by 3.2% for the 2021-22 academic year under the pricing plan …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64611
Western's Racial Justice Advisory Committee will update campus on progress
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… Western's Racial Justice Advisory Committee will update campus on progress Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A blueprint for a more inclusive and equitable environment is beginning to take …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65616
Two scholarships awarded to library student employees
University Libraries
… and Luke Halladay received $1,000 scholarships to support their academic journey. The scholarship also recognizes … says Julie Garrison , dean of University Libraries. "Working at the Libraries helps students gain knowledge and work experience in a professional environment. This …
https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2022/09/student-scholarships
Creating sustainable library collections in a digital world
University Libraries
… Creating sustainable library collections in a digital world Since their inception, libraries have been repositories of knowledge, community centers, and integral to a democratic society. Academic library collections are the cornerstone of inquiry and research, providing the campus …
https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2024/02/impact-report-sustainable-collections
Internship opportunities grow in the product design program
College of Fine Arts
… Internship opportunities grow in the product design program Freshman year … years ago that I would be in the first graduating class for the new Product Design and Innovation major, I was so excited. My freshman year in the major was an …
https://wmich.edu/finearts/blog/2020/04/pd-internship-madison
Q&A with Author Jerjuan Howard
University Libraries
… Q&A with Author Jerjuan Howard We invited author and Western Michigan University alumnus Jerjuan Howard to … event, which was co-hosted by the Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations, Office of …
https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2021/10/jerjuan-howard