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WMU equestrian team wins first-ever collegiate regional title
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… , Brenna Cooper , Jordan Musial , Hanna Pearson , Olivia Stagg , Katie Stewart and Emily Stewart . Also at the U-M event … Cup. It is the top individual award a collegiate rider can win and is named for the founder of the Intercollegiate … Association, Bob Cacchione. Just one rider from each region can compete for the national title. Riders qualify by …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22606
'Ultra Reflection' student fashion show takes sustainability to the stage
College of Education and Human Development
… pounds of clothing and other textile annually. And the American Textile Recycling Service estimated the recycling rate … whole bunch of jean material, which is a durable fabric and can last a long time. And I was also gifted a whole bunch of … natural tones. "Fast fashion brands have been going bigger and more global," says Gutierrez. "For me personally, I …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71360
Hands-on experiences put engineering grad in driver's seat for career opportunities
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… actually get to solve real-world problems. The best way I can describe it is it's the hardest fun I've ever had," he … actually get to solve real-world problems. The best way I can describe it is it's the hardest fun I've ever had," … robust portfolio of work under his belt made Gould an ideal candidate when it came time to start interviewing for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75861
Mathematical musician says flexibility of Western's programs is music to her ears
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… love to be a statistician one day, and I think Western can help a lot," she says. "I know many of their students … many study abroad programs. "I love to travel, so I can't wait to check out a new part of the world! With my …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64400
Academic, practical knowledge are key to success for engineering student
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… real world problems. “Instead of taking educated guesses, I can now give calculated solutions or computer models that … also allowed him to stay close to where his garage is so he can continue his business. “In the coming years, I plan on …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71373
Panel of top executives to judge WMU's first MBA case competition
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… solutions in order to become competent business leaders who can take a strategic approach to solving complex problems. … sense to create this event where our best MBA students can compete and further hone their skills." The final round …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14568
Registered Student Organizations adapt in pandemic to foster connection and community on campus
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… give students a chance to identify areas where they can thrive. "It's a great way to make friends. It's a great … adequate physical distancing is possible and participants can follow all federal, state and local guidelines. … their future. "We have a community of future educators who can study together, take classes together, hang out together …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60859
Making AI more accessible for people with speech differences
W Magazine
… for people who stutter. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Siri and Alexa can order groceries, turn on lights and appliances and even … instance, now use AI-driven interviews to prescreen applicants. Gerlach-Houck's prior research has demonstrated that, … those gaps are going to widen," says Gerlach-Houck. "If AI can't understand what you're saying, you're not going to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71793
From cockroaches to xylophones: WMU education students engage in unique hands-on learning
College of Education and Human Development
… them to understand there is a lot of things out there we can have in our classroom that don’t cost a lot of money but … wmu The elementary education program is designed to prepare candidates to excel as teachers in today’s mosaic of schools and classrooms. Western graduates can be eligible for Michigan’s initial teaching …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71263
Campus blood drive challenge underway
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… University through Friday, April 3 , to see which school can collect the most blood for local people in need and the American Red Cross. The WMU-CMU American Red Cross Blood Challenge began Monday, March 23. A …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22626