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… Better buildings through innovation and problem-solving Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Jessica Schneider chose the civil engineering major with a minor in climate change because of the … says Schneider. “People no longer want to see buildings with excess energy waste and inefficient designs, but …

… national honor for children's theatre work Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Heinig KALAMAZOO—Dr. Ruth Beall … She has written several textbooks, including "Improvisation With Favorite Tales," which is in its 16th printing, and … Teacher," which Heinig revised three times after penning with WMU Professor Emerita of Theatre Lyda Stillwell and …

… Cheatham appointed associate provost for budget and personnel Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … staff, and collaborate in the development of budget models within academic affairs and with other vice-presidential areas. "I am delighted Chris …

… Self-watering planters sow seeds of sustainability across campus Submitted … by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A planting project with roots in sustainability is blossoming at Western … "And because of the type of soil and fertilizer we can use with these planters, our plants can grow larger." Previous …

… by Erin Flynn on When K-12 school districts abruptly transitioned to distance education in the face of the COVID-19 … and offering mobile Wi-Fi in some areas. What to do with the technology made available, however, was a less … sure how to use it or if their teacher isn’t comfortable with it, the devices can’t be fully utilized,” says Jennifer …

… top program for 13th straight year Submitted by Stacey Anderson on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's … Chain Undergraduate Programs . This distinction places it within the top tier of programs nationwide—an honor that WMU … students were employed or in graduate school within three months of graduation and median salary crested $65,000, with …

… Third-annual AMP Lab Open House event welcomes STEAM-curious kids … by Beth Pappalardo on Kids and parents build LEGO creations with Bricks 4 Kidz during the 2023 AMP Lab Open House. … tour of the space. Kids have fun building and constructing with Tinker Toys. Kids watch an EggBot translate their …

… Event management alum brings first-of-its-kind tater tot festival … Mich.—Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure filled with everyone's favorite finger food—the tater tot!  Kendall … most versatile food items that you can really do anything with, and it's someone's favorite in any capacity. So that's …

… to pitch business ideas in new competition Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Competition is open to all WMU students. KALAMAZOO—All WMU students with an innovative business idea are invited to take part in … or teams. A maximum of 32 five-person teams may compete, with one student from each team delivering the pitch. …

… From military service to serving up community, Navy veteran finds new passion at Western Submitted by Erin Flynn on Sai Myint will graduate Saturday, Dec. 17, with a bachelor's degree in food marketing. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Pickleball is big business right now, with the sport exploding into primetime TV specials and a …