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Enhancing STEM education: Western secures $230K grant to establish regional support hub as part of statewide network

College of Education and Human Development

… Western Michigan University has become the fiscal agent for MiSTEM Network Region 1, which strives to make STEM … across the state and position more Michigan students for career success. The College of Education and Human … "It's a powerful endorsement of the University's ongoing efforts to provide educational access to every PK-12 student …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/08/michigan-education-stem-grant-award-programs-learning-lori-henrickson

WMU Student Center becomes the 17th campus building to earn LEED certification

WMU Student Center

… designed to be sustainable and energy efficient spaces for student connection. Located at the building's heart, the … Stairs are lit by a skylight that helps control the need for electric light usage. Located on the 3rd floor, the … light and wood design elements bring the outdoors inside for students in need of some relaxation any time of year. …

https://wmich.edu/student-center/news/2025/08/student-center-leed-certification

Dr. Shannon McMorrow receives Fulbright Specialist award for global health collaboration

College of Health and Human Services

… Dr. Shannon McMorrow receives Fulbright Specialist award for global health collaboration Submitted by Jillian Fraze … of special projects from July 2 to 19 and advocating for public health with community partners and local leaders … peaceful relationships around the world. I am so grateful for the opportunity to learn lessons about public health in …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/05/mcmorrow-receives-fulbright-specialist-award

AI-powered earbuds enhance language access for newcomer students in local classrooms

Teaching and Learning

… AI-powered earbuds enhance language access for newcomer students in local classrooms Submitted by Ross … speaking little or no English, educators are looking for new ways to bridge communication gaps. At Western … artificial intelligence to support language access for newcomer multilingual learners in local schools.   …

https://wmich.edu/x/news/2025/05/ai-powered-earbuds

Fort St. Joseph receives Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation

College of Arts and Sciences

Fort St. Joseph receives Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation Submitted by Sara Dillon on … have the opportunity to literally dig into history at the Fort St. Joseph Archaeological Project. NILES, Mich.— Fort …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/ftstjoseph-governorsaward

WMU's 'living, learning laboratory' models sustainability

News

… Gibbs House. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A seven-layer perennial "food forest" on the west side of WMU's Gibbs House property is a … though still in its infancy. Much of the fledgling forest was last year the unpaved driveway to a soccer field, … season to Thanksgiving and beyond. Harvested carrots, eggplant, garlic, green beans, squash, peppers and other …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28342

Success with interest: Support adds up for accountancy grad

News

… Success with interest: Support adds up for accountancy grad Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jesus … in the nation. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Accounting is a passion for  Jesus Osvaldo Martinez-Jimenez . While auditing and … Eve. "Right now in my internship I'm doing 1040 tax forms. I can still see the numbers when I get home. I'm just …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/accountancy-graduate-success-jesus-osvaldo-martinez-jimenez

Sales and business marketing student wins national competition

News

Sales and business marketing student wins national … competition Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Curlett and Jogerst KALAMAZOO—A senior at Western Michigan … the spotlight and generated a great deal of positive buzz for WMU's Sales and Business Marketing program. I am …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2961

Sunseeker shines as WMU team 'exceeds expectations' at Formula Sun Grand Prix

News

… Sunseeker shines as WMU team 'exceeds expectations' at Formula Sun Grand Prix Submitted by Erin Flynn on The … Solar Car Project took fourth place in the 2025 Elecktrek Formula Sun Grand Prix. Courtesy: Cora Kennedy The vehicle … checks in the scrutineering phase of the competition before making it onto the track. Courtesy: American Solar …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/07/sunseeker-solar-car-project-2025-formula-sun-grand-prix

Trailblazing company mophie to build at BTR Park

News

… and developer of the globally renowned juice pack for smartphones—most notably the iPhone—announced the … rapidly increasing North American distribution functions. Sale of the parcel to mophie was approved by the WMU Board … real honor," says Shawn Dougherty, chief operating officer for the company. "Not only will we be able to collaborate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1095