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Western's student-run radio station earns national award nominations
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… Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Flexibility fueled success this school year for Western Michigan University's student-run … Broadcasting System (IBS) Awards. Kyle Petronio "This is truly a remarkable accomplishment for the 89.1 WIDR-FM …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63226
Sustainable innovation earns Western students a share of $19,000
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… VanSlambrouck, center, accepted the award on behalf of his team. He is pictured with Dr. Timothy Palmer, left, professor of … 2023 Bronco Challenge, who have the option this year to suggest some project ideas, include Kalsec, Greif, GreenLink …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71723
Sky Broncos bring home fourth consecutive regional championship
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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s precision flight team, the Sky Broncos, won the National … competition May 9-14. Traveling with them was faculty advisor and Sky Bronco Head Coach Ryan Seiler. Last year's Sky Broncos team finished fifth in the national competition, competing against …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35835
WMU Department of Public Safety retains highly prized accreditation distinction
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… of Public Safety retains highly prized accreditation distinction Submitted by Deanne Puca on WMU DPS Chief Scott … DPS meets the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission's (MLEAC) "best practice" standards to achieve … through the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police (MACP) is a proactive and continuous health check of our …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74773
Nearly $5M grant will help WMU, school districts create new pipeline to fill teacher shortage
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… Nearly $5M grant will help WMU, school districts create new pipeline to fill teacher shortage … Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Even before COVID-19, school districts nationwide were battling a teacher shortage. A … Policy Institute found that while demand for instructors is increasing at K-12 schools, the number of qualified …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61810
Mary Ghazarian’s advocacy for a better world
Haworth College of Business
… management and leadership and business strategy, Ghazarian is determined to take her learning experience into her own hands. “What excites me the most about my field is how to enact change in an organization,” she says. “What … barriers stand in the way? How can I ensure that the change is successful?” Undaunted by the fast-paced nature of an …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69889
Western researchers debut new hybrid technology to test roof durability during hurricanes
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… uplift table at the Bronco Construction Research Center is the only one of its kind in an academic setting in North America. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Hurricane Ian is one of the most destructive storms the U.S. has seen. … storms. The Bronco Construction Research Center is debuting new hybrid technology to conduct both static and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69456
Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation
College of Arts and Sciences
… future Dunbar Hall KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A wave of excitement is building at Western Michigan University as the highly … environment, made possible by a $43 million investment, is slated to open in spring 2024. Originally built in 1971 … overhaul of the aging facility became evident, a visionary renovation plan was launched. Designed in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73667
One-of-a-kind small and medium business conference to be held in downtown Kalamazoo
Haworth College of Business
… on small and medium businesses and their unique needs, is being hosted by Western Michigan University’s Haworth … on Sept. 25 and 26 . The casual, two-day conference is made possible by the Menard family and offers engaging … Conference attendees will get a fresh perspective on the biggest challenges businesses face. From making the most of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75567
'Sweet Magnolias' star shares how she planted seeds of success at Western
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… of Western's music theatre performance program. "In this business, you just never know; you can pour your heart … and it's a really powerful thing when you do." The series is centered on a group of lifelong friends in Serenity, a … a lot of friendship, women friendship, and I think that is heartwarming; we want more of that in our lives. And …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67412