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New name for WMU program reflects commitment to support students' Essential Needs

Student Affairs

… New name for WMU program reflects commitment to support students' Essential Needs Submitted by Kaitlynn Boot …  a program that seeks to end period poverty by offering free, single-use and sustainable menstrual products around … or having interactions with students who were struggling, and it seemed at the time like isolated pockets of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73121

High-dose flu and updated COVID-19 immunizations available

Sindecuse Health Center

… High-dose flu and updated COVID-19 immunizations available Submitted by Joe … high-dose influenza vaccine on hand for patients age 65 and up, as well as the updated Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Both the high-dose …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/72960

Interim campuswide policy on sexual misconduct now in effect

News

… Michigan University has implemented a new interim policy designed to ensure a seamless reporting and support experience for members of the campus community who … and staff. An anonymous external feedback site has been set up to gather such input. About the interim policy The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21036

Engineering the next generation of sustainable fiber-based products

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… and equipment on a smaller scale without having to interrupt their commercial production lines,” says Dr. Kecheng Li … recyclable and result in paper products such as disposable cups, take-out containers and produce boxes ending up in … product, but it also has the potential to provide significant benefits for our planet as this renewable, …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/paper-pilot-plant-engineering-sustainable-products-0

Talk will explore ways ecological principles improve societies

News

… (not verified) on Pandora Thomas KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An upcoming speaker at Western Michigan University will share … broadly applying ecological principles can lead to better-designed societies. Permaculturalist Pandora Thomas will … Room 1910 Sangren Hall. To be guaranteed a seat, reserve a free ticket online . Free parking will be available in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52431

Consumers Energy CEO to present at Distinguished Speaker Series

Haworth College of Business

… period. Registrations are requested to attend. The event is free and open to the public and being hosted by the Haworth … contact WMU's Cyntia Dawson at  @email or (269) 387-5069. Free parking is available in Schneider Hall Lot 72R. patti …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/02/51206

AI-powered earbuds enhance language access for newcomer students in local classrooms

Teaching and Learning

… a pilot project that harnesses artificial intelligence to support language access for newcomer multilingual learners in … students began to participate in class, complete assignments independently and even initiate conversations.   … our instructional development project grants are designed to support—creative approaches that strengthen …

https://wmich.edu/x/news/2025/05/ai-powered-earbuds

Immigration at the forefront in 2016-17 Sichel Series

News

… on long-term socioeconomic integration of U.S. immigrant groups. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Just as the presidential race heats up over such questions as immigration, six experts will take … Wednesdays in 2028 Brown Hall. They are open to the public free of charge and followed by a light lunch reception. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34946

From Geology to Aviation Business – William Walles Crafts a Career with United Airlines

College of Aviation

… Walles reviewing the United Airlines Cargo Operation up-close William Walles, a 2019 alumnus of the College of … Boeing 777. United utilizes 25,000 ULDs to move cargo and baggage A typical college experience played a role -- … improve our trucking network and reduce costs."  Walles designed a system "from the ground up" to "drive our costs …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/05/walles-united-airlines

President Montgomery forges legacy of student success

W Magazine

… during Fall Welcome. What would this new leader say to a group of awardees he barely knew? McConnell recalls that … efforts—the teaching and learning, the student support services, the strategic planning, faculty and staff … faculty and staff join President Montgomery as he publicly signed the Okanagan Charter, an international well-being …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2025/06/president-edward-montgomery-forges-legacy-student-success-record-outcomes