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

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… tomorrow. Clean energy jobs will help rebuild the American economy and protect our planet." Learn more about Dr. … technology that drains both batteries and bank accounts. "You have all of these sensors that are drawing tons of power … to maybe 250 miles. And I can go to Detroit and back without having to stop to charge," says Asher. "So it's just …

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

Impacts of COVID-19 and social isolation on mental health explored in WMU study

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… how that social isolation impacts mental health among Americans and uncovers potential mitigation strategies as this … in pandemic shelter-in-place orders, WMU researchers find With rural and small clinics in mind, professor uses … be with difficult thoughts and feelings when doing so helps you live your life in meaningful ways," Smith says. "So, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61977

Thinking outside the gym—SRC gets creative to promote wellness

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… this difficult time is really important," she says. "Stress can affect our brains, and the rest of the body feels it. … and physical activity can help keep us grounded. If your body feels good, so does your mind. A little movement … positive." Jackson focuses on meditation during her class. With SRC services physically offline, the staff is getting …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58582

WMU new economic development park honored for cleanup, sustainable use of land

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… and sensitive land while also preparing developable land with infrastructure for future tenant developments," a … schedule around the life cycle of the Indian bat and found you can't work on trees during a certain part of the year (to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67442

From military service to serving up community, Navy veteran finds new passion at Western

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… by Erin Flynn on Sai Myint will graduate Saturday, Dec. 17, with a bachelor's degree in food marketing. KALAMAZOO, … company. "Western has given me a great network of people I can reach out to. In business, it's not what you know, it's who you know," Myint says. He also worked as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70095

Physics alumnus journeys from space dreams to quantum realities

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… Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. Manqoba Hlatshwayo (middle) with his advisors Prof. Elena Litvinova (WMU, left) and Dr. … right) in June 2023. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Progressing from a young enthusiast mesmerized by the cosmos to a quantum … Western’s physics department. Thanks to his work, my group can build on it and continue the quantum computing research …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73965

WMU expertise on display in Grand Rapids for Tech Week, ArtPrize

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… of engineers, designers and other skilled individuals can cultivate their abilities.    Faculty experts from … 19 , from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. : Tech on the Menu: Lunch with WMU Experts , moderated by Roehm   Register for the … works create the kind of ripple effects that stay with you—challenging how we see identity, memory and what it …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/grand-rapids-artprize-tech-week-2025

WMU Foundation receives historic gift in excess of a half-billion dollars, the largest ever for a public higher ed institution

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… and athletes from every corner of our community so they can reach the full measure of their potential.” The donors … an opportunity university and understands it's not how you start in life but what you make of it," Montgomery adds. … higher education and experiential learning affordably within reach for many who might not otherwise attain their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64413

Skyrocketing drone usage leads WMU to offer consulting service

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… These off-the-shelf unmanned aerial vehicles, or UAVs, can be seen everywhere from backyards to the boondocks. … agencies—a lot of different groups that need precise data without having to spend a lot of money." Consulting services … ability to stand still, and it's very high-precision GPS. You can fly up there and make a movie of what you see or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54032

Preparing to prosper: Broncos get resume-worthy experience through internships

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… (GPI) save more than a million dollars annually with his engineering skills—and he's still in college. "This … done many large projects. Some of them have a pretty significant contribution to our production." His projects have … in the field and perform real work. The classes also give you a good background; you learn the science of pulp and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68872