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Public can review, 'invest in' student innovations at event

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… A product useful to police, fire departments or emergency service organizations. A product which has a significant … products and hear student pitches on several of them. While walk-ins are welcome, organizers are asking people to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20425

WMU grads ready for diplomas and promise of 89 percent success rate

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… through employment, continued education or military service. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Thousands of Western Michigan University seniors are hurtling toward May 2 graduation with the knowledge that last year's … in the $40,000 to $45,000 range. A student looking into an aerospace engineering degree would find a 91 percent …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22630

Redesigned WMU Signature program focuses on unique student experiences

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… Heiser , interim director of Career and Student Employment Services and director of WMU Signature . "It's about … learning projects that embody one of 10 chosen pathways : Arts and culture Civic engagement Diversity, … Sustainability Teaching and student success Those pathways appear as designations on a student's diploma and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65312

Communitywide race and fun run has Halloween theme

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… will take place on Nov. 1 KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Don't pack away those costumes after the parties and trick-or-treating … building. Immediately following the race, there will be an awards ceremony featuring prizes for best costume as well as … provide students with opportunities for networking, service and cultural enrichment, helping them gain a broader …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19776

WMU recognized again for forestry management under national program with new focus

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… includes Tree Campus K-12 and Tree Campus Healthcare as a way to distinguish those institutions from college and … program, an Arbor Day observance and sponsorship of student service-learning projects. "Your entire campus community … be proud of your sustained commitment to environmental stewardship," read a letter from the Arbor Day Foundation. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61814

Journalism students gain professional experience through Southwest Michigan Journalism Collaborative

College of Arts and Sciences

… to the Bureau of Labor Statistics—they are looking for ways to continue telling meaningful and accurate stories … reporting experience and providing an important service to the local community.  “This is an incredible … Foundation, and Kathy Jennings , managing editor of Second Wave Media Southwest Michigan—who share a passion for local …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69152

Balancing cybersecurity and business goals

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… cybersecurity and business goals Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Jesse Blaine KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Cyber-attacks can … bad actors can commit. Whether it’s social engineering, software vulnerabilities or even compromising hardware, … for security online with the need for companies to provide services that will generate profits,” says Jesse, who has …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68924

WMU School of Medicine will be named for medical device pioneer

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… in his community. William Johnston "My grandfather always focused on patient outcomes," Stryker says. "His innovation work and research was never about himself but always about the patient, better … to medicine, medical research, innovative products and service to patient health care outcomes. We are thrilled to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14100

Business accelerator launched to help student entrepreneurs

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… students must demonstrate a promising idea for a product or service, which can be launched within a short period of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8806

Travel agency with a twist wins WMU's business pitch contest

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… competition serves as a test run for student entrepreneurs wanting to present their original business ideas to … about what it would take to launch their product or service. Top finishers for 2018 Multiple panels of judges … surfaces. Third place and an $800 prize went to Seat Swap, an individual company pitched by junior Lincoln Heaphy …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46167