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Ready for launch: Engineering grad poised to expand horizons of space research

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… as an aerospace engineer. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From a mechanical-minded undergrad with stars in her eyes to a … she'll be joining the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) in Washington, D.C. She credits  Dr. Kristina Lemmer , professor of mechanical and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/graduate-success-mechanical-engineering-space-research-margaret-mooney

Western’s Distinguished Teaching Award recipient engages learning inside and outside of the classroom

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… Western’s Distinguished Teaching Award recipient engages learning inside and outside of the … Rudge will continue to drive toward even greater accomplishments in the future,” says Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig , … structured,” Dai writes. “His ability to convey complex scientific concepts in an accessible and engaging manner was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72645

'Julie Loves to Dance'

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… 'Julie Loves to Dance' Submitted by Erin Flynn on Nadia Famiano dedicated her book to Quyen Edwards, a librarian at Portage (Michigan) District Library … for a rejection letter.” But the rejection letter never came. Instead, an email popped up one day in band class …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73420

Grad student uses creativity, collaboration to keep her students learning

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… by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The closing of school buildings to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus presents a … able to do just that. She continues to deliver the exact same reading interventions she would normally provide in … Silverstein's instructor and mentor in the IPA program. "I was able to observe a session virtually and was so impressed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58673

Topping-out event, groundbreaking to celebrate two WMU building projects

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… major milestones in the University's Hilltop Village development project. All students, staff, faculty and members of … celebration, which will begin at 3:30 p.m. WMU President Edward Montgomery , Vice President for Student Affairs Diane … gathering will kick-off at the north construction site gate near the Sangren Pedestrian Mall and feature refreshments …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55089

Professor honored for her service, commitment to students

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… Professor honored for her service, commitment to students Submitted by Deanne Puca on Dr. Lisa … DeChano-Cook KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Lisa DeChano-Cook , a dedicated professor and mentor at Western Michigan University, will be honored with the Distinguished Service Award during the Fall Awards Celebration on  Friday, Oct. 11 …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/lisa-dechano-cook-receives-2024-distinguished-service-award

Alumna with passion for poetry named Kansas Poet Laureate

College of Arts and Sciences

… Alumna with passion for poetry named Kansas Poet Laureate Submitted by Anonymous (not … Brimhall Brimhall, a Kansas State University professor, was recently named Kansas Poet Laureate for 2023-2026 , a … Laureate of Kansas, Brimhall will take charge of public readings, workshops, lectures and presentations that will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70298

Western Michigan University, MEDC announce major new state-of-the-art EV and semiconductor technical learning program expansions

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… Western Michigan University, MEDC announce major new state-of-the-art EV and … in his lab. “For Michigan to lead the nation and win the war for talent, we must close the talent gap,” said Ava … semiconductors.” The MEDC and Western announced a combined nearly $700,000 strategic investment grant that will help …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/wmu-medc-kcc-electric-vehicle-semiconductor-training-program-expansions

WMU launches Native American elders-in-residence program

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… WMU launches Native American elders-in-residence program Submitted by Erin Flynn … at Western Michigan University. The University received a nearly $1 5,000 award from the Native American Heritage Fund (NAHF) to launch …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/native-american-affairs-council-launches-elders-residence-program

Six public career-related fairs being held at WMU next month

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Tony Dennis, recruitment and retention director in the Graduate College, talks with a student … the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences and located near Parkview Avenue and Drake Road. List of events The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27284