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Western Michigan University Commencement Exercises-12pm, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Western Michigan University Commencement Exercises-9am, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Western Michigan University Commencement Exercises-3pm, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Jaimy Gordon Reception, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Response To Detroit Free Press Editorial, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Confucius Institute And Light Center For Chinese Studies, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Buena Vista High School Student's Open House Welcome, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Western News, Dec. 2, 2010, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Gordon wins National Book Award for fiction; Older adults encouraged to attend learning academy info session; Applications sought for MLK activity proposals; On Campus with Sarah Hamilton.

25-Year Club, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

25 Year Club: 29th Annual Gala, Western Michigan University

25 Year Club

25 Year Club: 29th Annual Gala

December 1, 2010

• New Inductees
• Members
• Retirees

Paths To Upper Level Positions In Public Relations, Patrick J. Bishop

Dissertations

Preparation for a career in the field of public relations (PR) is based on a set of unique core competencies typically found in liberal arts. Though PR professionals rarely gain business degrees, they acquire knowledge, skills, perspectives, and strategies wellsuited to executive-level positions in business. Additionally, managerial positions in PR offer greater potential for influence than task-oriented roles with limited strategic opportunity.

This study examines the advancement of PR practitioners into upper-level management positions in business. The purpose of this research is to identify factors and behaviors that contribute to, or hinder, PR professional’s attainment of top-management positions. This study …

The Phenomenology Of The Bachelor Of Science In Hvac Engineering Technology From Ferris State University, Michael Feutz

Dissertations

Career and Technical Education (CTE) has evolved from industry-specific training to a more broad-based education that incorporates core academic learning objectives and prepares the student for work (Rothwell & Gerity, 2008; Uloa, 2006; Reese, 2002; Rojewski, 2002; Stone, 2002; Schmidli, 2001). Little is known about how well individual programs align with the industry for which graduates are prepared, (Zinser, 2003) or what CTE has meant to its graduates.

This research focused on graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Engineering Technology (HVAC-ET) at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan. A phenomenological design was used …

Determining Characteristics That Increase Success On The National Asthma Educator Certification Exam, Karen Kain

Dissertations

The National Asthma Educator Certification Board, Inc. (NAECB) is a voluntary health certifying board created in 2001 to evaluate the professional competence of asthma educators. The primary purpose of the NAECB is to prepare and conduct examinations to test the qualifications of candidates for certification as asthma educators. Certification is voluntary and is not required by law for employment in the field, although some agencies may use AE-C® certification as a basis for employment, job promotions, salary increases, or other considerations. The mission of the NAECB is to promote optimal asthma management and quality of life among individuals with asthma …

Gsac Thanksgiving Dinner, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

United Way Victory Celebration, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Western News, Nov. 18, 2010, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: WMU, MCC to offer two joint academic programs; Researchers get $3.5 million education grant; Service anniversaries for December; On Campus with Cari DeLong.

Center For Health Information Technology Advancement Chita Welcome, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Kalamazoo Chamber Of Commerce Higher Ed Update, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Niagara Foundation/Rumi Club Dialog Dinner, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Western News, Nov. 4, 2010, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Medical school initiative gets high praise; Open enrollment period is under way; Service anniversaries for November; On Campus with Terri Stowers.

Staff Make-A-Difference Awards, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Geosciences Newsletter - 2010, Department Of Geosciences

Geological and Environmental Sciences News

Vol. 4, No. 1

• Faculty Updates
• Publications
• MGRRE
• Grants
• Graduate News
• Awards
• Field Trips
• Alumni
• Advisory Board

Medallion Scholars Reception, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Center For The Humanities Panel Discussion, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Robert Jones Memorial Service, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Alpha Phi Alpha Remarks, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Friendship Village Luncheon Talk Remarks, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Western News, Oct. 21, 2010, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: WMU seeking proposals for East Campus development; HP grant will boost global educational collaboration; Service anniversaries for October; On Campus with Bill Emmert.

Greenleaf Scholarship Remarks, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.

Chear Lab Opening Welcome, John M. Dunn

WMU President John Dunn

No abstract provided.