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Mallinson Institute for Science Education celebrates 20 years of global scientific literacy
College of Arts and Sciences
… 20 years of global scientific literacy Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For two … specialize across multiple scientific disciplines within the University. Dr. David Rudge , a professor of both … role. “It’s really interesting to teach both in biology and within the institute,” he shares. Most science education …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74440
Business college begins pilot study of AI for student interview preparation
Haworth College of Business
… Lowis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—"AI is unlikely to replace you any time soon, but those people who know AI will.” This is … interview skills, testing out their interview technique with the first few companies until their skills mature. This … for the project. The collaboration took off from there—with an AI-like speed that firmly places WMU Haworth at the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75700
WMU fashion program recognized as one of the top in the nation
College of Education and Human Development
… uses a sewing machine in the design lab located in Kohrman Hall. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's … that they are receiving an education that is up to par with industry standards.” Accreditation is not only an … that required long-term cooperation and collaboration within the FMD program as well as with myself and other …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71303
Report details successful first year in implementing WMU strategic plan
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… successful first year in implementing WMU strategic plan Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—A … student employees and a decision to launch an affiliation with Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Available at … Report reflects the actions and outcomes associated with the first full year of work focused on ensuring the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8969
Rise of banned books, consequences and response focus of free talk
University Libraries
… Rise of banned books, consequences and response focus of free talk … in response. The event is hosted by Western's Libraries with support from the Midwest Collaborative for Library … when there is information or knowledge that conflicts with our personal views and beliefs.” “I’m excited to bring …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70404
Professor’s research team helping MDOT reduce construction timeline
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… to their daily commute, researchers at Western Michigan University are helping to pave the way for ensuring the … significant savings from project and road user costs without compromising concrete durability and overlay/healer … overlay bond strength data over patches and repairs with new concrete on two in-service bridge decks, and healer …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70417
Program celebrates 40 years of supporting "ATYP-ical" young students
News
… of supporting "ATYP-ical" young students Submitted by Deanne Puca on Instructor Becky Cooper reads "Macbeth," a tragedy by William Shakespeare, with her ATYP students. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Most sixth graders … of ATYP (pronounced "A-Tip"), a program that began with 22 advanced middle school students from seven area …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/67780
In the business of making a difference
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… In the business of making a difference Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Can socks make … so. Through a social enterprise model and partnership with 20 Liters, Preisner and his business partners started … 100 days of clean water to someone in Rwanda, Africa, with each pair sold. They started the company to fill a gap …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47536
Richmond Center for Visual Arts hosts exhibition by South African artist Naomi van Niekerk
Gwen Frostic School of Art
… Center for Visual Arts hosts exhibition by South African artist Naomi van Niekerk Submitted by Brandi Engel on A … Exhibition, juried by Niekerk, will be presented in concert with Niekerk’s own exhibition. Both will continue to be on … a specific exercise: two participants hold on to a broom with the tip of their index fingers, taking turns in moving …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71134
Alumna transforms pain from spinal injury into works of art
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… Alumna transforms pain from spinal injury into works of art Submitted … her [COLD+HOT] SERIES, which explores her ongoing struggle with neuropathic pain on the entire left side of her body. … In 2005, Cho required emergency neurosurgery that left her with an irreversible spinal cord injury and severe …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3697