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Triple major undergraduate takes on the world

College of Arts and Sciences

… it. It felt like I’d made all the right choices.”  Kostbade is spending the summer in Gainesville, Florida, before heading to Dakar, Senegal, in the fall. As a distinguished Boren Scholar, Kostbade is immersing herself in an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72069

Western celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of events

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… Western celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of events Submitted by … Mich.—A celebration of Latin culture and traditions is underway as Western Michigan University recognizes … going to have food, dance performances, music and the biggest thing will be a fashion show,” Cortes says. "It's so …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65642

Environmentally-focused student reels in internship with Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

College of Arts and Sciences

… by Amelia Bodinaku on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Kiona Powers , a rising sophomore at Western Michigan University, is already getting her feet wet in her field of study.  She … and Human Services where she engages directly with local fishers, anglers and river goers to promote the Eat Safe Fish …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75928

Engineering professor receives award for support of students with disabilities

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… professor receives award for support of students with disabilities Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Caroline Konstant … (left) nominated Dr. Bob White, recipient of the 2022 Disability Services for Students Faculty Advocate Award. … 2022 Faculty Advocate Award for support of students with disabilities through a partnership with the Disability …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67927

Bronco kicks off holiday season as legendary Radio City Rockette

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… Flynn on Dancing at Radio City Music Hall as a Rockette is a lifelong dream for many dancers. Western alumna Gabby Fentem, second row, second from left, is among the newest class to earn a spot in the iconic dancing line. Courtesy: MSG Entertainment The "Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes" runs …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69927

Finding the next best meal: Bartek Scheibe’s road to the food industry

Haworth College of Business

… From the local breakfast shop to the fast-food chain that is located in every city across the world, there are endless … options. Senior Bartek Scheibe , from Woodstock, Illinois, already has a plan for leaving his own mark on the food industry. As an entrepreneurship …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69901

Big data and the future of diagnosing mental disorders

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Big data and the future of diagnosing mental disorders Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—What if testing for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Attention Deficit … the large sample can find the evidence of disorders in the aggregate. Functional magnetic resonance imaging simply tells …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65069

Trustees adopt 2020-21 budget reflecting better-than-projected shortfall, enrollment

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… shortfall, enrollment Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board … tuition and fee revenue and other factors. The final budget is $9 million better than projected in May. Enrollment … proved to be one of the better-than-expected elements in this year's budget picture. Predicted in May to be down as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61258

Engineering alumnus produces ethically sourced chocolate

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… welcomed a baby into the family in 2021.  Chocolate Thunder is now available online and at Kalamazoo's Farmers Market. And, amidst his busy life, he also started a new business.  Chocolate … of the amount of unpaid labor and child labor that exists in the cacao supply chain, which is responsible for 70% …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67926

Designing a tribute for Veterans Memorial Park

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Landry, Sarah Johnson  and  Victoria Powe ; and faculty advisor Dr. Decker Hains. The team's layout includes the … picnic tables. The park will include a memorial welcoming visitors. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Marking graduation for Western … P.E. and chair of the Department of Management.  “My biggest takeaway from this project is what it looks like to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71401