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Memorial tree and plaque dedication ceremony held in honor of Dr. Ming Li

College of Education and Human Development

… plaque underneath the Oregon Trail Maple tree. President Edward Montgomery at the tree memorial dedication. … Mich.—On  March   1 , a memorial tree dedication ceremony was held to honor  Dr. Ming Li,  the late dean of the … compassion and commitment to his colleagues and our youth set him apart,” says Montgomery. Due in large part to Li's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/74923

New bachelor's degree with high-tech music spin offered

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… happening and how profound they are," Campos says. "So we wanted to have a degree that could give our students a really broad technical background." Sets WMU apart The fact that the multimedia arts technology … in the area they're most interested in as they work their way up through the program," Biggs says. Students will top …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15748

Team of business students wins national case competition

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… students wins national case competition Submitted by Cindy Wagner on The winning team from the case competition … WMU at the NGA competition, which began in 2010. "The win was really unexpected," Roerig says. "I knew going into this … Wheelwright says the cohesiveness of the WMU contingent set it apart. "The closeness and friendships of our team …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/13998

WMU celebrates upgraded fashion labs and technology

College of Education and Human Development

… by Chris Hybels on Dr. Laura Dinehart and President Edward Montgomery cut the ribbon for the new pattern plotter … the ground ready to go and be employed, and that's what we want," Dr. Mary Simpson , assistant professor,   told … the serger gives  students the ability select from pre-set stitches to create professional finishes in a fraction …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74534

Students turn ideas into market-ready products at RID+I’s Venture Studio

Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation

… us see more in depth what it's like to work in a corporate setting and understand the viability of our products,” Hall … her project, Gleam, into the class. "Last semester for housewares, I designed Gleam, a handheld cordless steam cleaner … in just seconds. This semester, I focused on making sure it was viable engineering-wise, meeting with several professors …

https://wmich.edu/designinstitute/news/2025/04/venture-studio

Student experience meets community impact in groundbreaking new Evaluation Lab

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… Lab is positioned to help organizations understand the assets and needs of the people participating in the programs … and write reports, among many other tasks. Along the way, they develop skills in critical thinking, cultural … finance and leadership and business strategy, explains, “I want to go into investment banking. I appreciate  being able …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75006

Lucas-Perry makes declaration in Broadway debut: She's here to stay

W Magazine

… Lucas-Perry makes declaration in Broadway debut: She's here to stay Submitted by Erin Flynn on Crystal Lucas-Perry is now a Broadway veteran with two productions under her belt. (Photo … run at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, Massachusetts. "Having her as part of this journey just brings …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69836

Externships, research opportunities helped nursing grad chart path to success

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… lead presentations that inform industry leaders. "I was able to go to a nursing conference and was the only student there. I was surrounded by people who … Michigan. "The Bronson School of Nursing program has really set us up for success in our field."  That success is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75401

Week of international activities to focus on health worldwide

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… during its observance of International Education Week, set for Monday through Saturday, Nov. 12-17 . Numerous … Education Arne Duncan. "By putting children on the path towards a healthy future," Duncan says, "we give them every … Dominican Republic and learn about their rich culture and way of life during this gathering hosted by the Dominican …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2743

Array of volunteering opportunities lead to 'eye-opening' experiences

W Magazine

… Spending time in these rural communities, the volunteers set up their tax centers and worked up to 14-hour days. … graduate Will Roosien , BBA ‘24, says the experience was enlightening. “Visiting the area was very eye opening,” … by using food waste from WMU’s Valley Dining Center prep kitchens. The food that is grown benefits the Essential …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75863