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State-of-the-art laboratory to tackle shortage of manufacturing talent

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… of AMP Lab @WMU building KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Construction has begun at Western Michigan University's Grand Rapids regional … of WMU's Extended University Programs. "These pathways can lead to new skills, certifications and degrees, but more … hands-on learning and research The lab will be divided into hands-on instructional learning and research areas. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42852

Three high-profile graduates to receive WMU's top alumni honor

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… Distinguished Alumni Award--the highest honor WMU can confer on its graduates. The 2018 award recipients are … journalist and radio and TV host; Carrie Jones-Barber , CEO of Dawn Foods; and Dr. James Olson , an innovative … Over the course of his career, Gordon has developed into a news powerhouse. He initially earned distinction …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49360

Professor, institute director Perryman-Clark leads national convention

College of Arts and Sciences

… Dr. Staci Perryman-Clark , professor of English and African American studies and director of Western's Institute for … grammar instruction in edited American English has often been used as a means of gatekeeping, including admission into higher education based on SAT verbal or ACT English …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67526

Two WMU business students among six nationwide to win prestigious scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… each received a $10,000 award from the foundation and will be paired with established executives and former Richter … management leaders and helps fast-track these students into the field. The 2019 Richter Scholars will be honored at … since her first days at WMU," he says. "Joy shows what can happen when a student steps up to the challenge and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52257

Fostering success of STEM transfer students at WMU is focus of nearly $1M NSF grant

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… class at WMU prior to pandemic health and safety guidelines being implemented. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Helping transfer … more connections so that when they graduate, they hopefully can find a really fulfilling job," says Kowalske. The … incorporate evidence-based instructional practices into courses and support diverse students. It will also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61436

WMU set to cultivate next generation of school psychologists with landmark grant

College of Education and Human Development

… psychologists with landmark grant Submitted by Chris Hybels on Drs. Kristal Ehrhardt and Jess Heybach, project … this EdS program is to prepare practitioners so they can make an impact in their schools and communities across … a hybrid-flexible ( HyFlex ) approach, meaning students can either attend courses in-person or access them …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/07/school-psychologist-grant-michigan-college-education-human-development

New program pairs Western students with MSP to bring justice in unsolved murders

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… Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Cracking cold case murders will be part of a new program at Western Michigan University. In … looking for potential new leads or evidence that could be revisited with technology that's developed since the … to undergraduate students. "The reality is, even if you get into law enforcement, many people never work a full case …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63526

Michigan Geological Survey receives $14 million in funding

College of Arts and Sciences

… Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A new chapter begins for the Michigan Geological Survey (MGS) , affiliated … across Michigan. In 2013, Yellich, a Western alumnus, returned from working in industry to assume the role of MGS … of the MGS and director of MGRRE. “This really is a significant turning point that can lead to impactful advancements …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73664

Engineering students lead cutting-edge automation research at WMU

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… people with disabilities. WMU is collaborating with a number of partners on this project, including project lead … levels in the process,” says Gilchrist. “These experiences can not only help to shape and define a student’s career, … doing in our lab, trying to integrate an autonomous system into a Kia." Accessibility Research President Edward …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/56105

Career ap-peel: Potato farm sprouts job opportunities for Broncos

W Magazine

… in a storage facility at Walther Farms. A seed potato begins sprouting. Employees fry up sample chips from various … line. Once potatoes are washed and sorted, they are loaded into a truck to be shipped out to customers. THREE RIVERS, … has been an easy go-to, because we know that Broncos can clear a lot of hurdles in the interview process and they …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75869