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CMU alum Nancy Brown honored as global leader in healthcare
American Heart Association CEO and CMU College of the Arts and Media alumna Nancy Brown, '85, is being recognized for her exceptional leadership in the healthcare industry. Brown recently earned a place on two prestigious lists: the Forbes 50 Over 50 and The NonProfit Times Power and Influence Top 50, solidifying her reputation as one of the most influential figures in healthcare both nationally and globally.
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CMU alumni play key roles at Paris Olympics
Dr. Vincent Mumford volunteered at the Olympic Games in Paris, France, representing Central Michigan University (CMU) as an ambassador of the sport management program. This marks his first time at the Olympics, where he observed athletes from around the world and noted the humanitarian and economic impacts of sports.
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CMU to honor staff with excellence awards
Central Michigan University will honor 17 employees next month for their exceptional service to the university and its students. Recipients of the 2023-2024 Staff Excellence Award are recognized for their exemplary contributions.
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IMPACT program helps students build lasting connections at Central Michigan University
Laila Lloyd arrived at Central Michigan University during a challenging period for an introvert. It was 2021, and while in-person events were occurring, many activities remained online. However, the IMPACT program helped her break out of her shell.
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CMU Health receives grant to improve infant safe sleep
CMU Health has announced the receipt of nearly $20,000 in funding aimed at reducing infant mortality through the provision of 285 pack 'n play systems to patients in need. The grant, awarded by the Saginaw County Health Department under its Advancing Healthy Births Mini-Grant initiative, aims to provide infants with a safe and separate sleep environment to lower the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). SIDS accounts for approximately one-third of all sleep-related deaths in infants younger than one year old.
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CMU's Master of Public Administration program earns reaccreditation
Central Michigan University’s Master of Public Administration (MPA) Program has received reaccreditation from the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA) for another seven years.
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CMU College of Medicine hosts White Coat Ceremony for Class of 2028
The CMU College of Medicine welcomed its 12th cohort of students with a formal White Coat Ceremony on August 9, 2024. Selected from more than 8,000 applicants, the Class of 2028 is comprised of just over 100 students. Among them are 82 Michigan residents; six of whom received undergraduate degrees from CMU. These future physicians officially began their medical education by accepting their coats and making a commitment to compassionate care by reciting the Declaration of Geneva.
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Research funding at Central Michigan University increases by 48 percent
Central Michigan University's Office of Research and Graduate Studies (ORGS) set a new record in research-related funding, increasing by 48 percent compared to previous years. The office raised $38 million during the fiscal year that ended on June 30.
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Chemistry lab hosts area high schoolers for summer research
Summer is typically thought of as vacation time, but not for some area high school students who elected to spend their time in Anja Mueller’s materials chemistry research lab. Mueller, a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, has participated in Project SEED, sponsored by the American Chemical Society (ACS), since 2008. High school students can apply to work all summer in a scientific research lab, which gives them real-world research experience and mentorship working in a university lab, fully funded by the SEED program. It provides them with an...
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Student body in Isabella County universities comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year
Enrollment data for the four universities in Isabella County revealed white was the most common ethnicity among students in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
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CMU alum Chelsea Hurst discusses career journey from student groups to leadership roles
When asked what she loves most about Central Michigan University, 2012 alum Chelsea Hurst responded, “Everything!” From involvement in student organizations related to her information systems major to her current role at Dow where she often recruits and mentors CMU students, Hurst credits much of her professional success to the opportunities available through CMU. The 2024 College of Business Administration Outstanding Young Alumni Award recipient’s hard work is paying off.
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CMU launches hub linking liberal arts studies with career opportunities
When it comes to hiring, Matt Katz said he commonly hears the same thing from employers.
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Creative paths to business ownership beyond startups
Owning a business is a dream for many aspiring to be their own boss. Julie Messing, director of Central Michigan University’s Isabella Bank Institute for Entrepreneurship, shared insights on creative routes to business ownership and strategies for growth.
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Researchers conclude data collection on Lake Michigan thunderstorms
A Central Michigan University-led team of researchers is one step closer to better understanding Lake Michigan’s impact on thunderstorm development in West Michigan.
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Central Michigan University faculty member receives prestigious ECP Award
Central Michigan University has announced that Instructional Designer Tracy Donohue received the Exemplary Course Program (ECP) Award. The award, presented by Anthology, acknowledges faculty and course designers globally who create engaging and innovative courses that exemplify excellence in technology and learning.
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CMU transitions courses into upgraded Blackboard Ultra system
Central Michigan University’s faculty and students will experience a new way of managing their courses starting in the fall semester, thanks to changes two years in the making. The CMU team behind these changes is now being recognized for excellence on a global scale.
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CMU announces its distinguished alumni: introducing class '24 "10 within '10
CMU prepares graduates for a lifetime of success, starting with their first decade after commencement. The 10 Within 10 alumni awards program recognizes exceptional achievements within a decade of graduation. This year's honorees achieved success quickly in their fields, which include education, public service, law, entertainment, media and more. The Alumni Association is honored to recognize these 10 recipients as the 11th Class of 10 Within 10. The honorees were selected from more than 60 nominations.
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Clarke Historical Library's digital archive aids Underground Railroad research
A volunteer researcher with a museum in suburban Detroit discovered microfilm breadcrumbs that led staff to Clarke Historical Library’s digitized newspaper collection and a significant countywide project about the Underground Railroad.
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CMU professor awarded Fulbright Scholarship for research on forced migration
Central Michigan University Political Science Professor Prakash Adhikari has received the 2024-2025 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Award to teach and conduct research on forced migration and global security at the University of Malawi in Malawi, Africa.
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CMU announces recipients of 2024 National Alumni Awards
The National Alumni Awards, the highest honors presented by the CMU Alumni Association, recognize individuals who have made significant professional and community achievements. Recipients are nominated annually and selected by alumni, faculty, and friends of Central Michigan University.