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Celebration of freedom, 'Black joy' planned for Western community to commemorate Juneteenth

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… roots, and I have to do more research," says Warren, social and well-being chair of Western's Black Graduate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68335

Researchers at WMU seek solutions that could allow machine-driven systems to self-heal

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… to create reliable electromechanical systems. This work also closely aligns with the NSF's mission of driving … and one undergraduate research student will also be working on the project. The approaches investigated as part …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/08/nsf-grant-wmu-electromechanical-energy-conversion-systems

Fashion show puts Western students' design skills, resilience on display

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… event that will also offer a select number of in-person, socially distanced VIP tickets. Showcasing the unique works of innovative student designers, the show is the … wanted to give students a chance to shine, have their hard work show and create an opportunity for students to build …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63636

Longtime staff member recognized with semi-annual award

College of Education and Human Development

… Award.  The award recognizes an individual’s exceptional work and outstanding contributions in support of faculty, … summer and heat in the winter. Amy’s helping to coordinate work processes when the power goes out and taking on … more than 40 years ago as a switchboard operator. She worked an evening shift and took classes in the morning. In …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70233

WMU student chapter receives superior merit award

Haworth College of Business

… Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. , SHRM president and CEO. “The hard work of the Society for Excellence in Human Resources shows … development and interest in HR as we navigate changing workplaces.” SHRM student chapters have the opportunity to … for student organizations in planning and implementing valuable professional development activities through the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69227

Excellence in sound design earns WMU alumnus critical acclaim

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… a career behind the curtain is in the spotlight now for his work in theatre. The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle … Rochester, Michigan, native earned the recognition for his work on an adaptation of "A Christmas Carol," directed by … Reid doesn't have much time to savor his award; he's busy working on productions all over North America. Most …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53121

WMU alum finds success in Broadway's 'Hamilton'

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… that experience." WMU is also where Winslow cultivated his work ethic, something he relies on constantly as a … I come home every night and do about two hours of homework to make sure that I really am prepared to jump in at a … notice. I'm constantly dancing around and doing the work. Luckily, I live in the basement. So, I can sing as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52509

Theatre student gives back to hometown with youth summer program

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… Beast." BATTLE CREEK, Mich.—College student juggles course work, auditions, a recording career and running a youth … "I'm doing what I love," says Austin, who juggles the workload of Unity Theatre Company as a full-time student and … put our entire show together," Austin says. "It's a lot of work, but it's a ton of fun." While his ultimate aspirations …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/jack-austin-youth-theatre-summer-program

Learning to lead from inside

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… from inside Submitted by Erin Flynn on Charlie Kautz is working at Spectrum Health after earning his master's degree … as possible for people across the organization." Kautz has worked for large companies like Adidas and TaylorMade, … of got thrown into the deep end so to speak in my first work experience, and I felt like if I didn't go and try to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53033

Students uplift community stories through film

College of Arts and Sciences

… environments and communities. “The communities we choose to work with are often under represented, historically under … focusing instead on getting to know the people they work with on a deeper level, building foundational trust and … Institute, Ecumenical Senior Center and Public Media Network, students are conducting interviews with seniors to …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2024/10/arts-sciencesnews202410mukhongocomm3550