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A growing inspiration: Undergraduates’ garden initiative motivates the masses

College of Arts and Sciences

… in Kalamazoo, atop a retaining wall, a vibrant garden flourishes with an array of fresh produce—from baby watermelons to cherry tomatoes. This garden is more than mere cultivation; it’s a byproduct of Seed —an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73961

From childhood poems to literary Alaska: An alumna's journey to authorship

College of Arts and Sciences

… Michigan University alumna and author Dr. Melinda Moustakis’s exceptional career. A writing journey that was launched … elementary school writing projects eventually led Moustakis to WMU, where she earned her Ph.D. in creative writing.  Melinda Moustakis Her work has attracted numerous accolades including the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73670

Startup that takes the tangle out of power strips wins WMU’s business pitch competition

Haworth College of Business

… The 2020 Bronco Pitch Competition winning team. A team comprised of industrial and entrepreneurial engineering students Brooklyn Smith of Mattawan, Bridgitt Cornish of Kalamazoo, Trevor Dendel of Otsego and Emily Mouat of Jenison, claimed the top spot after making a pitch for their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58410

Putting student well-being ‘front and center’

W Magazine

… on easing student stress and building community amid distance education and the COVID-19 pandemic. Before COVID-19 … world, you were probably unfamiliar with the term “social distancing.” The practice of keeping physical distance from … a lot of students, people in general, who wonder, ‘Am I struggling with depression? Would my experience be considered …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63622

Confucius Institute hosts 2019 Chinese New Years Gala

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Year of the Boar in the Kalamazoo community . The gala is free and open to the public. The Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is one of the biggest celebrations in China and many Asian countries. WMU's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/50728

Student, actor, advocate: Margaux Wellman takes leading role in breaking down barriers for people with disabilities

News

… leading role in breaking down barriers for people with disabilities Submitted by Erin Flynn on Margaux Wellman is excited to play Puck in Western's production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream." KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Puck is a chaotic force in Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64331

WMU business professors see signs of economic recovery amid pandemic

News

… five months in, there are signs of hope the U.S. economy is on its way to recovery. Unemployment is decreasing, jobs are being created and investors are … that account for over a third of our economy are now struggling with COVID. What happens if there's a second wave? …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60747

A future to smile about: Aviation grad on fast track to flight deck

News

… to flight deck Submitted by Erin Flynn on Emily Hartzell is graduating with bachelor's degrees in aviation flight … Program. Hartzell initially thought she might pursue dentistry before her uncle encouraged her to check out the … Michigan University alumnus who is now a Delta pilot, suggested visiting his alma mater. Hartzell will remain at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73692

WMU's Sky Broncos capture fourth place in national competition

News

… Mich.—Western Michigan University's Sky Broncos finished fourth in the National Intercollegiate Flying … place fourth overall. The event winner was Southern Illinois University. Longtime WMU rivals University of North … of top-scoring female contestant at the event, while Chris Reichert of Climax was the Sky Broncos' highest placing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/24108

Nutrition and dietetics students share healthy eating habits with community youth

College of Education and Human Development

… healthy eating habits with community youth Submitted by Chris Hybels on A HCPP student makes a healthy drink by … with fruits and different mint and basil leaves. Derek Fischer and Migdalia Martinez from the nutrition and … HCPP students fill empty cups with sugar to guess how much is in an unhealthy drink. Meghan Wilkinson, faculty …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71963