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Reading, writing and reflecting on service learning

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… over playground equipment and cleaning up juice box spills isn't the way most college students choose to spend their … Western Michigan University business student Sam McGrath isn't like most. "I loved getting a chance to work with … on how the experience applies to their future careers. More than a dozen community partners met with students at the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53333

Research and Facilities

Engineering Design, Manufacturing and Management Systems

… learning opportunities that include lab work supervised by expert faculty, setting you up for succeed in … of Engineering Design, Manufacturing and Management Systems is involved in a variety of research and training … work in, with some faculty members participating in more than one research area. The descriptions that follow present …

https://wmich.edu/edmms/research

WMU Email Rules

Information Technology

… WMU Email Rules Purpose This document establishes rules for the appropriate use of Western Michigan … the chief information officer or the general counsel. Other than as provided for in this paragraph, employees may not …

https://wmich.edu/it/rules/emailrules

WMU's acclaimed Seita Scholars program names new director

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… input from campus and community partners. She replaces Chris Harris-Wimsatt , who is leaving WMU to assume leadership of the … the Fostering Success Coaching model. Since 2013, more than 225 professionals around the country have been trained …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/37081

WMU chef earns two bronze medals at culinary Olympics

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… known as the IKA/culinary Olympics, the competition is staged every four years in Erfurt, Germany. "I've dreamed … especially if you medal, it's so rewarding," Giles says. "This was definitely the toughest competition I've ever … and Matt Schellig , were among some 2,000 chefs from more than 50 countries who participated. The WMU staffer earned a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36355

Celebrating the Power of Reading: Sculpting in Nigeria

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… power of reading by individuals and as a family activity is the focus of a Fulbright project that Western Michigan … brothers and I would pass the time and amuse ourselves by digging up red clay and building small models of farm … in large scale, which required a medium more durable than clay or wood. Unfortunately, some of his early pieces …

https://wmich.edu/global/lavergnefulbright

Governor recognizes WMU renovation for reducing energy waste

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… Governor's Energy Excellence Award for the success it triggered in reducing energy waste, Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder … announced Aug. 11 in East Lansing. The 1905 facility, which is WMU's birthplace, was selected as Best Public Project for … cooled by 56 geothermal wells using 50 percent less energy than more traditionally heated and cooled buildings. In …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/08/34177

Former congressman to lead talks about future of U.S. healthcare

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… All Americans? The Future of Healthcare in America," is the title of an event at the Western Michigan University … of Medicine from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25. The panel discussion focuses on improving healthcare in today’s … the country.  Falahee joined Bronson in 1987 and has more than 40 years of experience in healthcare law and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43400

Virtual Tours

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… of our virtual tour together. Learn about WMU, hear firsthand experiences from a current Bronco and ask questions … prospective  graduate  or  international  student, please visit the corresponding webpage for more. Register for live virtual tour Sessions are currently offered …

https://wmich.edu/visit/virtual-tours

Lisa DeChano-Cook

School of Environment, Geography and Sustainability

… Lisa DeChano-Cook Lisa DeChano-Cook Professor Office (269) 387-3536 Fax (269) … General Physics, Juniata College, 1993 Physical geography Disasters Environmental impact Physical and environmental … Natural hazards and hazard perception Sports geography Lisa M. DeChano-Cook is a professor in the School of …

https://wmich.edu/environment/directory/dechano-cook