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Graduate student wins $100,000 for medical AI innovation

College of Arts and Sciences

… 269 launched through a partnership between Kalamazoo Forward Ventures, an investment firm founded by WMU alumni, and … the $75,000 grand prize and the $25,000 People’s Choice Award. Judge Monica Wheat, executive director and co-founder … lasting economic impact by connecting participants with customers, capital and community resources long after the …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2026/09/cas-magazine-marseille-cultivate-269

WMU partners with community to support K-12 education

College of Arts and Sciences

… sticks.  “The genesis [of the Kalamazoo Math Carnival] was to form a space for experiencing math in a way that complements what kids are learning in school but … so much on their plates,” says Wininger. “We incorporate 3D printing and GIS mapping, and we can provide that all …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2026/09/cas-magazine-education-outreach

From safer helmets to heated gloves: students unveil capstone projects

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… utilizes advanced multi-layer screen printing to maintain warmth in temperatures as low as negative 40 degrees …   For Morton, a major perk of focusing on this project was applying classroom skills to a tangible, self-produced … Smart Sensors and Structures (CASSS).    Energy Absorbing 3D-Printed Football Helmet for Safer Play   Mechanical and …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/04/senior-engineering-design-conference-spring-2026

Engineering students set career plans in motion through Grand Rapids internship

News

… internship Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dan Praise built a 3D printer for Moetion Technologies at the beginning of his … features,” says Ben Moes , company owner and CEO. “The customer was thrilled with what we produced. They actually showed it …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/dan-praise-landon-sykes-complete-engineering-internship-moetion-technologies

Out of the classroom, into orbit: WMU physics department supports NASA’s Artemis program with spaceflight materials research

College of Arts and Sciences

… materials research Submitted by Callah Barnes on Watching Artemis II launch four astronauts toward the moon was an awe-inspiring moment for people around … Josh Byers, machine shop manager, designed and fabricated custom hardware — including a heated sample holder capable …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2026/09/cas-magazine-artemis

Building belonging, one roll at a time

University Libraries

… by Angela Brcka on Students learn and play D&D at a 3D&D Adventure event. What do you get when you combine … Kalamazoo Public Library. We imagined it could be a great way to engage students, get them into the library and … a large role in the Netflix series “Stranger Things.” It is way more relevant to our students than I expected. As a …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-3dnd

WMU students capture first prize at engineering conference in Istanbul

News

… Michigan University students took their work in creating a 3D virtual laboratory to an international student engineering conference in Turkey and came away with a first-place finish. Eric A. Pietrowicz , an … in their own classes as well." Bayne is a WMU graduate who was a member of the Lee Honors College. Both Pietrowicz and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24620

Business college honors elite group of alumni during WMU Homecoming

Haworth College of Business

… Haworth College of Business has announced its 2026 alumni award recipients. Recognized for their career and service … with students and faculty. The Haworth College of Business Awards Ceremony will take place on October 9 at 4 p.m. in … development, product management, business planning and customer service. Shah has served in multiple executive …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/08/business-alumni-awards-2026

Waving the Western Flag: Claire Holloway immerses herself into Aviation and WMU culture

College of Aviation

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/04/holloway

British author, adventurer to take WMU audience on a journey

News

… will take a local audience on an unusual journey to faraway places when she speaks later this month as part of the … of Australia, via cochineal bugs in South America, poisoned wallpaper in England, and the trail of a strange Indian …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38802