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Mentorship and externship in the era of COVID-19

Haworth College of Business

… Whether those externships are virtual or delayed to later this summer or early fall, they are a key way that students … determine if the career pathway they are interested in is right for them. Arayana Janson The Business Externship … Program , offered through the Zhang Career Center , is a career exploration opportunity, but it is about much …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59337

Western researchers land $2.5M grant to accelerate energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles

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… autonomous research vehicle. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Automation is the future of the automotive industry, and Western … autonomous vehicle research." He adds, "Yes, climate change is real, and technology developed here at institutions like … and protect our planet." Learn more about Dr. Asher and his team's autonomous vehicle research in an interview on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64919

WMU and KCC announce major transfer agreement

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… on BATTLE CREEK, Mich.—Western Michigan University and Kellogg Community College have signed a major agreement that will … the loss of credits and duplication of coursework. "This partnership between two robust institutions is a victory for the many students who begin their college …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46804

Occupational therapy grad focused on uplifting community

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… focused on uplifting community Submitted by Erin Flynn on Luis Angel Morales is ready to start his career as an occupational therapist. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68336

6 to be inducted into Athletic Hall of Fame

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… are represented in the 2012 Athletic Hall of Fame Class. This year's class also includes the first-ever women's soccer … induction ceremony at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 26 , at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in downtown Kalamazoo and also at halftime … fifth gymnast to be inducted and the first since Bonnie Boggiano in 2006. She is a three-year letterwinner, was named …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1170

WMU’s East Hall to be renovated for use as alumni center

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… private development of Western Michigan University’s historic East Campus at an official standstill, WMU officials … lose it all.’ We’ve decided we can wait no longer, and it is of paramount importance to our campus and community to save the core of East Hall.” The decision means the remainder of the East Campus buildings at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3415

Physical therapy program obtains accreditation, set to graduate first cohort

Physical Therapy

… program has been granted initial accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. This notification, which was received Dec. 2, comes … outreach for the department. "For the 2022 cycle, we had upwards of 250 applications to go through. It's amazing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66451

New program teaches business students how to ask valuable questions

Haworth College of Business

… meeting, one of the crucial skills that sets them apart is asking good questions. Since questions and solutions are … be a great team member in the classroom and beyond. FRAME™ is first introduced to students in the Introduction to … FRAME provided a stronger focus for those lessons. The biggest surprise to me has been how quickly and easily my …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75417

Western's own rocket man turns sci-fi dreams into reality

W Magazine

… into reality Submitted by Erin Flynn on “The day-to-day is very fun and engaging. But when you take a step back, you remember what you’re working on is going up into space, and it’s very humbling," says Greg … would be blown right now.  The two-time Western alumnus is a senior spacecraft mechanical engineer at Rocket Lab, a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74822

Accreditation assessment team invites public comment

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… from the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission will arrive on Thursday, Dec. 21 , to examine all … Safety meets the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission's 'best practice' standards is part of a voluntary process to achieve accreditation, a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73789