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Native American Heritage Month 2024 recognized on Western's campus through variety of events

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… of events Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From an Indigenous music celebration to a discussion on environmental justice and the tribal community, … NASO can continue to break stereotypical ideas on how tribal entities operate to conserve our land and protect …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/11/native-american-heritage-month-2024-events-planned

Prospective college students get financial aid help at campus event

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… high school students and their families from around the area will be on the Western Michigan University campus Sunday, Feb. 12 , to find out how to maximize their college financial aid opportunities. … Sunday , an event held from 2 to 4 p.m. in Schneider Hall, is one of more than three dozen such events being held at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/132

Western celebrates impact of student employees on campus

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… employees on campus Submitted by Erin Flynn on Rachel Kirkolis, Ali Schroeder and Dr. Jennifer Harrison all received surprise visits from Buster as they were awarded for their outstanding work … presence from her first interview. "Her questions showed her sincere curiosity. After talking, she would …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67736

WMU finance students gain new tools through Bloomberg partnership

Haworth College of Business

… on linking theory with practice," says Dr. Matt Ross , assistant professor of finance. "Our students begin using … There are several ways that students are benefiting from the Bloomberg technology. Students gain experience with … [/caption] "The Bloomberg Terminals have helped my learning process tremendously, as the technology makes it …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52733

Business lecture features award-winning author and professor

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… and professor Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sisodia KALAMAZOO—A noted author, marketing professor and a … Institute. He earned a doctoral degree in marketing from Columbia University. In 2003, Sisodia was cited as one … author of several award-winning books. "The Rule of Three: How Competition Shapes Markets" was a finalist for the 2004 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1431

Western Michigan University, MEDC announce major new state-of-the-art EV and semiconductor technical learning program expansions

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… program expansions Submitted by Erin Flynn on Funding from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation is helping Western expand technical learning programs that … of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Dr. Massood Atashbar shows off a new machine that allows his team to print …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/wmu-medc-kcc-electric-vehicle-semiconductor-training-program-expansions

Plug-in vehicles are focus of next SmartCoast talk

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… College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, with funding from the Custer Workplace Interiors Lecture Series, and … at Pike Research in its clean transportation practice. It is the fifth talk in Michigan's SmartCoast Series. The event … It costs $10 for students and $35 for others. Seating is limited, and registration is required by Thursday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/63

Some campus services on reduced hours during spring recess 2024

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… encouraged to call ahead to make sure a particular office is open. Daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 10 ; … and facilities The WMU Student Center will be open March 1 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., March 2-3 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., … 8 and on weekends. Many offices, including the Office of Admissions , Bronco Express and the Office of Student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74685

WMU co-leading new NSF-funded center dedicated to advancing sustainable packaging

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Michigan State University. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— With support from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Western Michigan University is taking on a leadership role with the newly established … advancing sustainable packaging materials and circular economy solutions. The center supports pre-competitive, …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/08/center-plastic-paper-hybrid-end-life-solutions

Celebration planned for 2024 Experience-Driven Learning Grant awardees

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… to put what they're learning into practice. The institution is ramping up the impact of experiential education with the … Learning Grant recipients on Tuesday, April 9 , from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in the WMU Student Center ballroom with … careers, among many other opportunities. "I know from my own experience that working across disciplines provides …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75272