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MBA program adds military service as option to test waiver

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… waiver process . Applicants to the Master of Business Administration program are required to supply GMAT or GRE test … "We welcome veterans to our MBA program," says Dr. Satish Deshpande , associate dean of operations and graduate … or GRE." "Students with military experience are highly disciplined and driven to complete their studies in an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7671

WMU building foundation for safe, secure artificial intelligence development with NSF grant

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… development with NSF grant Submitted by Erin Flynn on Clockwise, from top left: Drs. Alvis Fong, Shameek Bhattacharjee, Ajay Gupta and Steve Carr. … Mich.—Self-driving vehicles. Smart digital personal assistants. Real-time multilingual translators. Artificial …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60501

WMU student chapter receives superior merit award

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… recognizes outstanding activities and projects. The award is based on chapter operations, programming, professional … for Excellence in Human Resources officers have received this recognition for their hard work," says Dr. Christina Stamper , professor of management and faculty advisor …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60520

Professor’s research team helping MDOT reduce construction timeline

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A sure sign of spring is road construction. While some may dread the interruptions … the durability of Michigan bridge surfaces, minimizing disruptions and improving construction timelines. Dr. Upul … from the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences that is working to determine the minimum timeline for applying …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70417

Western's jazz program earns accolades from international publication

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University’s jazz studies program is boasting several wins from international magazine … ( Dr. Andrew Rathbun ) Faith Quashie , Vocal Jazz Soloist, Undergraduate College Outstanding Performances ( … Western’s jazz studies program now holds nearly 200 historic wins in virtually every category, establishing it as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68549

School of Communication professor launches new podcast: ‘The Communicative Leader’

College of Arts and Sciences

… and leaders. Dr. Leah Omilion-Hodges Now, Omilion-Hodges is bringing her abundance of expertise and experience on the subject to a new format with her … “I’ve wanted to find an outlet to give specific, concrete suggestions for employees of all ranks and across all …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69265

Resilience, hope fuel athletic training grad's drive for success

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… athletic training, has dreams of becoming a physical therapist and opening a free clinic for patients in need. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Taylor Gaines is no stranger to hard work. Since she was old enough to be … and eventually help families and children who were also struggling. She'll take a giant step toward that goal, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66430

Making AI more accessible for people with speech differences

W Magazine

… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Hope Gerlach-Houck is on a team working to create voice-activated technology that is accessible for people who stutter. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Siri … order groceries, turn on lights and appliances and even discover obscure facts to entertain our children. But there's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71793

Fort St. Joseph celebrates 25 years of archeological education

College of Arts and Sciences

… Archaeological Project passes its 25th year, the work isn't just about unearthing artifacts; it's about the people behind the discoveries and the enduring impact on both history and … St. Joseph from 2007-09. “I think that was one of the biggest benefits for me.” While at Western,  Beaupre spent …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74438

Educational leadership alum wins grant from the Dominican Republic to analyze cultural identity in visual arts

College of Education and Human Development

… the Dominican Republic to analyze cultural identity in visual arts Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Julia Virginia Pimentel Jiménez KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For many visual artists, they are inspired by and reference …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74388