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Level up: WMU’s new esports lab signals commitment to career preparation in growing industry
College of Education and Human Development
… gaming. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is solidifying its reputation as a leading institution for esports … other classes across campus such as broadcasting and game design," said Chris Voss , director of University Recreation. "We have a big vision of where we want to see the esports program go from an educational …
https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/08/new-esports-lab-education-gaming-recreation-center-students
Assessment in Action Conference returns for sixth year
News
… to the sixth annual Assessment in Action conference, set for 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, April 3 , at the Fetzer … is required for the luncheon. To register, visit https://wapps.wmich.edu/workshops , log in with your Bronco NetID … Assessment Steering Committee Assessment Excellence Awards as well as a poster session that will highlight the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22580
Three engineering students receive $3,000 scholarships from Institute for Transportation Engineers
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Institute for Transportation Engineers Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Representing the Institute for Transportation Engineers, Tim Haagsma, director of traffic and safety for the Kent County … chapter and assisted the Concrete Canoe team with mix design and drafting reports. “I was drawn to become a civil …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70702
Cybersecurity duo places second in national competition
Cybersecurity
… places second in national competition Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Kane Greer KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … students in WMU’s cybersecurity major, an interdisciplinary program offered by Western’s College of … into falling in love with them and sending them money. By design, the students must work independently. “They put …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72068
WMU to provide engineering management training for global professional society
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… training for global professional society Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Dr. Larry Mallak KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … the United Kingdom, will partner with Mallak on the program design and delivery. "This partnership provides a unique way … how to improve workplace resilience in team settings, especially as those settings have become virtual …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71032
Recognizing a nearly 30-year, distinguished partnership
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Recognizing a nearly 30-year, distinguished partnership Submitted by Lindsey Haehnel on … Ramrattan thrives as a WMU professor of engineering design, manufacturing and management systems, Foundry … and global researcher. In 1992, Ramrattan met Richard Stewart , then president of Michigan-based Roberts Sinto. This …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/73461
Educational leadership student analyzes new Dominican Republic education model
College of Education and Human Development
… the Dominican Republic (DR), Sally Joslyn Peña Martinez was motivated to examine the education system in her home country for her dissertation. Through multiple interviews and qualitative … for educational leaders, advocating for the intentional design and implementation of transformative learning …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74259
WMU researchers develop a mechanism to detect cyber-physical attacks on EVs
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… of its battery, cybersecurity experts at WMU are studying ways to keep you and your vehicle safe. WMU researchers are … , associate professor of computer science, is leading an effort to combat this uncommon but growing … battery. However, our attack is particularly intelligently designed because it includes a way to prevent the trigger …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/ev-security-research
Soaring international enrollment may impact Parade of Flags
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… University on Oct. 25 may see flags from as many as 100 different nations on display. WMU enrolled … each homecoming before the start of the football game in Waldo Stadium. This year's event is set for 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 , just before kickoff in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19733
New collaborative home for student organizations at Western encourages engagement, boosts belonging
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… assistant in the Office of Student Engagement . "A lot of different organizations are going to be in (the Student … of several other student organizations. "We're looking forward to seeing the new SOC evolve into a vibrant hub where … space as well as podcasting and video production rooms, the design gives RSOs room to interact and engage with each …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72511