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Economics alumna tackling hunger, health issues at Brookings Institution

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… firsthand. Dr. Dweepobotee Brahma "I was lucky, I grew up in a metropolitan city," she says. "But even within the … "You get to influence policy, you get to see policy making up close and provide your input. It's very exciting." It's an opportunity made possible, she says, by the support she received from WMU's Department of Economics. "The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/57684

Hands-on experience helps engineering grad build bright future

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… changing environments." She decided engineering might be up her alley, along with a change of scenery. Bular toured a … when we found manufacturing, I jumped into it. I wasn't struggling anymore; I was powering through like 18 credit hours … and Daimler in Kentwood, Michigan. "(Western) really set me up with all the resources I needed to be prepared to be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66509

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in January

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… by Korey Force on CELCIS Conversation Circles are designed to help international students make connections with … by WMU's Haenicke Institute for Global Education.  Sign up for a weekly update    January 2018 opportunities …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44290

Empowering Futures takes student support to new levels

W Magazine

… Empowering Futures takes student support to new levels Submitted by Erin Flynn on Kannon … Lead Internship Program—to give students wrap-around support as they prepare for a meaningful career and life well lived. Personalized support when students need it most Student Success Hub …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71795

Community invited to help WMU celebrate 2015 Homecoming

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Volunteers line up before the Homecoming game for the 2014 Parade of Flags. … programs and hold special pregame tailgates Oct. 24 to rev up for the annual homecoming gridiron contest. In addition, … Center. Tammy Collins , owner of Evolve Visual Design, will be presented with the Alumni Community Impact …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27946

Focused on physics, engineering research, doctoral student embraces his passion for service

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… college students, completely free of charge. You just show up with your student ID and you get a free meal," says … in the Namibian public school system. Messecar was assigned to Rietoog, a remote, rural settlement in the … helping to address the climate crisis—whether it’s designing more easily recyclable devices, redesigning …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66266

Campus construction projects enhancing safety, accessibility and green space

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… by Deanne Puca on Construction workers are finishing up a new pedestrian bridge on campus. KALAMAZOO, … It will provide more than 350 spaces. Two floors are designated for Arcadia Flats resident parking, while all the … halls and the Student Center. These projects represent a significant transformation of WMU's campus, enhancing …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/campus-construction-projects-enhancing-safety-accessibility-green-space

Product design graduate ready for career to take flight with aerospace company

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… Product design graduate ready for career to take flight with aerospace … Aisha Thaj has always been fascinated with flight. Growing up she devoured the "Maximum Ride" book series featuring … always volunteering." While she enjoyed research, she struggled to find her passion in the theoretical sciences. "I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63953

WMU offers on-campus summer reading event for families

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… of finding buried treasure. The book is about making up one’s mind and follows a visit by a brother and sister to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25681

Your past does not define your future: Logan Stuckhardt thrives at WMU

Haworth College of Business

… marketing student has overcome many obstacles and found an uplifting community at the Western Michigan University … circumstances and had to make decisions that would set him up for a promising future. “My mother and father struggled with addiction and severe mental health issues, which …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/09/sales-business-marketing-logan-stuckhardt-thrives