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Grad Fair offers discounts on graduation regalia and more
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… commencement ceremonies. Students graduating in April can enjoy a 20 percent discount on regalia, as well as … March 19-20 in Textbook Alley on the lower level of the Bernhard Center. Regalia may also be purchased online at … be reserved through the Registrar's Office. Reservations can be made through GoWMU. Log in to GoWMU and click …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5608
Engineering prof wins NIH grant for research on heart disease
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… Western Michigan University engineering professor has been awarded a $416,816 grant from the National Institutes of Health to continue his research into understanding the underlying biological mechanisms that … artery through the blood. An overabundance of LDL particles can lead to them getting trapped in the lining of the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22649
'Choir for Good' sets the stage for students to explore purpose, amplify nonprofits
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… students a meaningful experience in uncertain times. Kimberly Dunn Adams instructs choral students. "When the … to ensure the safety of students, Adams divided her classes into eight smaller chamber ensembles. Each group was given a … their comfort zones. "I full-heartedly believe that art can be a vehicle for change and charity," says Evan Stoor , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63487
Health and Human Services' DEI office looks forward at end of successful year
College of Health and Human Services
… it feels like you’re not getting anything done,” says Dr. Betty Dennis , director of the Office of Diversity, Equity … "Medical Bondage: Race, Gender and the Origins of American Gynecology." The free event was offered in a hybrid … from Giving Day to help Dr. Dennis transform the DEI space into a warm and welcoming space for the whole college,” says …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67756
WMU digital marketing students take second and third place in global case competition with 200+ competitors
Haworth College of Business
… challenge where strategic digital marketing insights can offer solutions. This year’s client was Radio Flyer, … integrated strategy for the company. Second-place team members, left to right, Brandon Westbrooks, Derek Gleaton, … the slides, and they looked great, Brandon dove headfirst into the numbers associated with our plan, Andrew led the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71581
Luke Thelen’s career looks 'pitcher' perfect
Haworth College of Business
… Michigan University is following his passions for numbers and baseball. With the support of the Haworth College … offers some advice to his fellow business students. “Coming into college, I was a very introverted person, and the … as one of my greatest strengths. The only way you can grow is by trying something new.” For more WMU news, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74603
Western hosts national college dodgeball tournament
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… 9-10 , at the Student Recreation Center on campus. "Western being selected to host is an amazing opportunity for our … and often the better parts of the day are when you run into a fellow member on campus." The team benefits from the … for life traveling the country to play the game. "If you can conquer your fear of a rubber ball flying at you at high …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67740
Evaluation Café announces fall 2025 speaker lineup: Learn, connect, and get inspired
The Evaluation Center
… their latest work in the field of evaluation. All sessions begin at noon Eastern and are free and open to the public. … October 22: Mary Gayen, Alana Bartley, and Julio Cano Villalobos, Corewell Health, "The evaluation journey: … the series to connect with colleagues and gain new insights into evaluation practice and scholarship. You can learn more …
https://wmich.edu/evaluation/news/2025/09/cafe24
Senior Engineering Design Conference showcases students’ innovative projects
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… capstone projects that put their knowledge and skills into practice in real-world settings. They share the results … a simulation that offers students practice in preventing cyberattacks; and improvements for WMU’s Formula SAE cars to … the 72nd Senior Engineering Design Conference , which will be held Tuesday, April 18. Presentations begin at 8 a.m. and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71375
Hope in the darkness: WMU music therapy alum finds calling in hospice
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… Knowing she wanted to pursue a career in music therapy, she began researching programs across the country and found WMU … which focuses on studying how auditory cognition and music can improve treatment of neurological disorders. "Roth … and been able to see the difference for myself of walking into a room, seeing a patient maybe sleepy or not fully …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55317