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Business pitch competition open to WMU student entrepreneurs

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The competition is open to all students. KALAMAZOO—Students from across … be evaluated in progressive rounds by panels of judges comprised of faculty, entrepreneurs and members of the business … state a problem in three minutes, how it will be solved and what is needed, will have opportunities to advance their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14110

Autism art show on display, reception planned

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… Autism art show on display, reception planned Submitted by Anonymous (not … KALAMAZOO—An art exhibit that was created as part of an autism art project is on display through Feb. 28 at Western … . "The art made them comfortable—it visually connected what they did with how they interacted with the people. It …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13205

Ethics lectures topics range from loving strangers to AI policy

Study of Ethics in Society

… University of Notre Dame, presents “Loving Strangers. ” This talk examines the three advantages in practicing samaritanism, or “ someone who ‘goes above and beyond’ what a duty of beneficence requires to aid a stranger.” The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74557

International expert on geographical naming in Asia visits WMU

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… International expert on geographical naming in Asia visits WMU Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—What's in a name? Plenty when it comes to naming important … Kyung Hee University in Seoul, South Korea, will speak on issues underlying geographic names in Asia next week when he …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27782

Montgomery delivers his third State of the University address

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… Montgomery delivers his third State of the University address Submitted by Paula … humble high school records, we make an impact. And you know what? You are really good at it. Yes, you are," he said to … between majors. And citing a widely referenced report suggesting that 85% of the jobs that will exist in 2030 have …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55519

WMU lauded again with Washington Monthly top-100 ranking

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… ranked WMU at No. 97 among national universities. Published annually since 2005, the Washington Monthly college rankings provide a contrast to those published by such publications as U.S. News & World Report and Forbes. The Washington Monthly methodology is designed to rate college and universities for the good …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42194

Engineering professor conferred special service award

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… for Engineering Management (ASEM) in recognition of his work producing a full training series for the … expert in leadership and organizational management, adding his broad skills in creating virtual content to the mix. … working professionals, we have much to gain as they apply what they learn to improve many aspects of our lives,” adds …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66268

WMU, Kalamazoo College partner to provide immersive, collaborative business experience for students

Haworth College of Business

… on their business challenges. Managed by Drs. Doug Lepisto and Derrick McIver , co-directors of Western's Center … Capital ’s downtown office. The partnership taps into the existing leadership and business strategy practicum course, … docuseries, providing an insider’s view of the project and what they are learning from the process and each other. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70561

Miles, Zeng honored with Distinguished Service Awards

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… Miles, Zeng honored with Distinguished Service Awards Submitted by Erin Flynn on … faculty and staff, and she has done so quietly, doing what needs to be done, without any thought of self-promotion … Council (IEC) from 2011 to 2018, Miles helped to define what it meant for the University to be globally engaged and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65824

Bronco gymnast's resilience earns nomination for national award

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Payton Murphy was named a finalist for the 2022 CWSA Honda Inspiration Award for her … Inspiration Award winner, but Murphy says the title isn't what's important—it's the opportunity to help others. "I'm … breaking down even more because I thought, 'I don't know what's going to happen now.'" Murphy, a nursing major , says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68377