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Cto Updates - November 2015, Office Of Information Technology

Tech Talk

• NextGen email project
• Educause Center for Applied Research (ECAR)
• Traveling overseas?
• Software in IT computer labs
• Did you know?

Math Education Matters, November 2015, Western Michigan University

Mathematics News

• Dr. Steve Ziebarth, Chair of the Mathematics Department
• MOST Project Professional Development in Chicago
• New Mathematics Education Faculty, Dr. Mariana Levin
• Reflections on the ICUBiT Project
• About WMU and our math education programs
• Students win State and National awards
• News from Recent Graduates
• Upcoming Activities

Center For Disability Services- November 2015, College Of Health And Human Services

Center for Disability Services News

Story highlights:

• CDS adopts new EMR
• Jenny chosen for United Way campaign
• Ulster University visits CDS
• Alzheimer’s walk
• CDS staff partner with Department of Psychology

Emeriti News, November 2015, Emeriti Council

Emeriti News

Contents of Volume XXI Number 2:

• Message from the Co-Chair
• Upcoming Events
• Emeriti Past Events
• Emeriti News and Announcements
• Emeriti Council Book Scholarships
• Emeriti Medallion Scholarships
• Scholarship
• The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Western Michigan University
• In Remembrance
• Provost’s Newsletter
• Emeriti Council Website

Area High School Counselors, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Opening Of Heritage Hall, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Distinguished Alumni Dinner Remarks, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Western News, Oct. 22, 2015, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Heritage Hall grand opening details set; Numerous events scheduled to honor veterans; University getting ready to adopt next generation email system; Robotic 'temp worker' will soon be roaming corridors in Waldo Library; On Campus with Lu DeBoef.

Professor Publishes Second Edition Of Serving Military Families, College Of Education And Human Development

Family and Consumer Sciences News

Dr. Karen Blaisure, professor of family science in the Family and Consumer Sciences Department, and colleagues recently published the 2nd edition of Serving Military Families: Theories, Research, and Application.

Alumna Interviewed After Dietetic Internship, College Of Education And Human Development

Family and Consumer Sciences News

Emily Joseph, a registered dietitian, and alumna who completed the FCS dietetic internship in 2015 recently did an interview about the Teal Pumpkin Project (food allergy-free celebrations) for WZZM in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Updates In Academic Affairs - 10/19/15, Office Of The Provost And Vice President Of Academic Affairs

Updates in Academic Affairs

• College Of Arts And Sciences Dean Candidates To Be On Campus This Fall
• Veterans, Military Personnel Honored During Slate Of Events
• University Libraries, Engineering College Partner In Embedded Tech Venture

Elson S. Floyd Hall Remarks, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Western News, Oct. 8, 2015, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: 'Heritage,' community values to be celebrated; Dunn outlines focus areas, lauds discovery gains; WMU readying for homecoming, Family Weekend; Campus event to celebrate life of former President Elson Floyd; On Campus with with Kyle Oberhill.

Wmu Board Of Trustees Formal Session October 6, 2015, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

Minutes of the WMU Board of Trustees meeting include appendices:

• State Capital Outlay
• Proposal- EUP Program Expansion
• Honorary Degree Policy

Updates In Academic Affairs - 10/05/15, Office Of The Provost And Vice President Of Academic Affairs

Updates in Academic Affairs

• University Libraries Dean Finalists to Present Public Talks on Campus
• Exploratory Advisors Help Students Zero in on a Program of Study
• Provost to Hold Forum for Non-Bargaining Unit Staff Members
• Fridays with Friends Mixers Scheduled through May

Southwest Michigan Counselor Breakfast, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

State Of The University (October 2015), John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

This is the transcript from the annual academic convocation where we gather to review accomplishments and focus on the new academic year.

State Of The University 2015 Academic Convocation, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Western Michigan University Magazine, Fall 2015, Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University Magazine (1997-present)

• University News
• In Print
• Expert Insights
• College News
• Classnotes
• In Memoriam
• Alumni Profile
• A Historic Rebirth
• Exonerating the Innocent
• Something's in the Air
• Mending the Gap
• Flexible Expertise

Lhc Lines- Fall 2015, Lee Honors College

Lee Honors College News

• Greetings Friends and Alumni!
• Staff Spotlight:
• Outstanding Alumni
• Alumni Updates
• Raise Your Voice
• Study in the States
• What’s New
• Graduation
• Recent Graduates
• Student Research and Study Abroad
• Alpha Lambda Delta
• In Memory of Carl Lee

College Of Arts And Sciences E-News Issue 30: October 2015, College Of Arts And Sciences

College of Arts and Sciences news

• WMU-Cooley Law School Receives $418,000 Grant
• WMU, Wayne State team up to improve health of state's foster youths
• State of the University address, awards to highlight 2015 Convocation
• 2015 Alumni Achievement Awards
• Rochester hires new city manager
• Dr. Elizabeth Warburton Receives Fulbright Postdoctoral Fellowship to Israel

Enewsletter- October 2015, College Of Education And Human Development

College of Education and Human Development News

• Three WMU Professors Awarded U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Grant
• TRiO Receives $1.1 Million Grant
• Alumni Ranked in Most Influential People in Healthcare List
• Graduate Named America's Best Adapted Physical Education Teacher of 2015
• TLES Alumni Selected to America Achieves Michigan Educator Voice Fellowship
• Student is Third in a Row from FCS to Win National Scholarship

Cto Updates - October 2015, Office Of Information Technology

Tech Talk

• Bernhard center computer lab update
• homepages.wmich.edu
• Security authorizations online
• WMU Wi-Fi
• Did you know?

Western News, Sept. 24, 2015, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: WMU launches new state autism resource; First Western Heights residents to showcase new hall; Four of 10 campuswide award winners announced; On Campus with April Eby.

Updates In Academic Affairs - 09/21/15, Office Of The Provost And Vice President Of Academic Affairs

Updates in Academic Affairs

• WMU Offers Students an Array of Academic Support Services
• You're Invited to the Convocation And State of the University Address
• Upcoming Fair Focuses on Graduate, Professional Studies

Honors First: A Pilot Recruitment Initiative Targeting Western Michigan University’S Highest Achieving Applicants, Anthony P. Helms

Academic Leadership Academy

Every January Western Michigan University (WMU) welcomes over 700 admitted students to campus to participate in the Medallion Competition for one of WMU’s premier $50,000 scholarships ($60,000 for 2016). These students and their families are introduced to the best WMU has to offer over the course of the daylong competition, yet many of the competitors that do not receive a Medallion have not been actively recruited post-competition via any university-wide effort. Honors First is a pilot recruitment initiative designed to meet this need and approved for a two year trial by WMU Provost Timothy Greene. Offering this group of students …

Diversity And Multiculturalism Action Plan (Dmap) Goal Progress, Tiffany B. White

Academic Leadership Academy

The DMAP is the strategic plan for the University as it relates to diversity and inclusion. It aligns with the University Strategic Plan Goal #4: Ensure a diverse, inclusive, and healthy community. WMU President Bailey charged Dr. Warfield, Vice President for the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, with leading a council to develop the DMAP. Over 75 WMU community members assisted in its development. It was adopted by the Board of Trustees in 2006. The DMAP defines terms such as diversity, multiculturalism, institutional bias, global, culture, and affirmative action so that our community has a shared language.

Determining The Fates Of Wmu’S Programs In Educational Technology And Organization Learning And Performance, Brian Horvitz

Academic Leadership Academy

In 2011, a decision was made by the WMU College of Education and Human Development to move the Human Resource Development (HRD) program out of the Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology (CECP) department and into the Educational Leadership, Research, & Technology (ELRT) department. Upon migrating into ELRT, HRD was renamed Organizational Learning and Performance (OLP). The OLP program prepares students to transform their workplace through the use of innovative learning technologies.

The ELRT department is also home to the Educational Technology (EDT) unit. This program prepares learning professionals with specialized knowledge and competencies required to train and coach others in …

Seita Scholars President's Welcome, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Western's Evaluation Center For Autism And Neurodevelopmental Disorders (Wecan) Ribbon Cutting, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.