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Greenhouse staff pushes past glass ceiling for Alice the Agave plant

College of Arts and Sciences

… staff pushes past glass ceiling for Alice the Agave plant Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Chris Jackson … bloom. As she blooms, Alice will develop light green bulbs, with white flowers extending from their peaks. The flowers … tubing, supported by sturdy lumber, and sealed meticulously with heat tape. Only in mid April did he finally dismantle …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71874

Engineering student awarded prestigious Department of Defense SMART scholarship

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Cindy Wagner on Adam Tuckey KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Adam Tuckey , an aerospace engineering and mathematics student at Western … ROTC and intramural sports. “The experiences associated with each one of these activities have shaped me into a more … of the Department of Defense. This award provides students with full tuition for up to five years, mentorship, summer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68119

Student group focuses on breaking the stigma surrounding mental health

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… mental health Submitted by Erin Flynn on X-Hale worked with the Western Student Association to help coordinate a … Mental Health Week. Students wrote words of encouragement and also performed spoken word poetry about mental health. … me to be stuck in the house every single day for (several) months was driving me insane," says Precious Onyegbule , a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61714

Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation

College of Arts and Sciences

… Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The … renovation plan was launched. Designed in partnership with Tower Pinkster and HGA, the renovated building design … was made possible by $30 million in state funding together with $13 million contributed by the University and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73667

Why I Give: Cheryl TenBrink

W Magazine

… BA ′69, MSL ′77, is carrying on her friend's legacy and paying it forward by contributing to her scholarship at … Because these proud WMU alumnae did so much for and with one another.   “At Margaret’s funeral, someone I’d … and dedication to the Michigan affiliate of Susan G. Komen with the Promise of One Award. Other accolades have included …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72480

WMU student wins honorable mention for documentary

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… student wins honorable mention for documentary Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Billings KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A … video and media studies program, who has worked closely with Billings. "She earned this award for a really wonderful … called Collegiate, Black and Christian. She became familiar with his inspirational story and had been impressed with his …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31328

WMU business students successfully sweep awards in DECA competition

Haworth College of Business

… sweep awards in DECA competition Submitted by Stacey Anderson on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In a field of more than 1,200 … chose a product or service to sell to an ultimate consumer with a prepared presentation. Suzy Davila from Northville, … at Western and helped me react quickly to topics within my major,” says Thom. “Now after completing the year …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75727

The road to success: Samantha Parent’s future in human resources

Haworth College of Business

… The road to success: Samantha Parent’s future in human resources Submitted by … about working in human resources is the culture and change within organizations. In this field, y ou get to work with both management-level and entry-level employees, making …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71124

All WMU campuses close early Wednesday, Feb. 22, due to severe weather

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… Wednesday, Feb. 22, due to severe weather Submitted by Megan Looker on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Except for essential services, … to an ice storm in the area. This article will be updated with special hours as information becomes available. Check …   Any existing appointments after 1 p.m. can be cancelled without penalty. WEATHER-RELATED UNIVERSITY CLOSINGS SINCE …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70872

Theatre alum flips script, gets Broadway stars to open up about their love of Disney

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… Disney Submitted by Erin Flynn on David Alpert fell in love with the magic of Mickey Mouse as a kid, left, and remains enchanted as an adult. Now, he's inviting … David Alpert , a theatre director who found himself living with his sister and her family in North Carolina. Unclear …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64233