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Barr Engineering Broncos share experiences that shaped their careers

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… experiences that shaped their careers Submitted by Liz VandenHeede on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As the Engineering Expo at Western Michigan University and other fall career events … time at Barr Engineering Co. and how their experiences at Western helped advance their careers. About Barr Engineering …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72706

Educational leadership alum wins grant from the Dominican Republic to analyze cultural identity in visual arts

College of Education and Human Development

… Mich.—For many visual artists, they are inspired by and reference international peers in their works. But can it … says Pimentel. "All those years of hard work in Western's Ph.D. program are finally paying off." Graduating … support from WMU faculty. Two times during the fall and spring semesters, faculty from the Department of Educational …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74388

Wrongful Conviction Program changing one life at a time

College of Arts and Sciences

… WMU students Eden Krull, Caleb Foerg, Ashley Bankstahl and Robert Paul KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Students in Western Michigan University's Wrongful Conviction Program … contacted her to express interest in being part of her spring class. "I have an unlimited number of eager, smart, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/34861

Paper engineering students awarded scholarships from professional organizations

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Ownby, Alex Boyd, Dr. Kecheng Li, professor of chemical and paper engineering, and Meegan Heerlyn. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Three Western Michigan University paper engineering students … and Recycling Pilot Plants. She plans to graduate in spring 2025. “I’m supporting myself throughout education and

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72325

Nominations sought for Global Engagement Award

News

… Parade of Flags KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Eligible faculty and staff members at Western Michigan University have until Wednesday, Nov. 1 , … two Global Engagement Awards are made each year during the spring semester. Whenever two awards are made in a given …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43467

Accounting student grows with the WMU Haworth community

Haworth College of Business

… community Submitted by Janine Adamski on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University student Jake Passinault is making everyday count! The Grand Rapids, Michigan, senior is taking his education in … ahead in his undergraduate education and beyond. “After the spring semester, I plan on spending a month in Thailand

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74754

Nominate colleagues for fall 2017 staff award

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Nominations for the fall 2017 round of Western Michigan University's semiannual Make a Difference … that recognizes staff members for their accomplishments and daily investment of energy and creativity. It features … exceptional service to the University. Every fall and spring, semiannual awards are presented to a maximum of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43443

Nine to be feted as top staffers for fall 2017

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Nine Western Michigan University staff members will be honored as outstanding employees during a reception at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4 … of their peers. Recipients of each year's fall and spring semiannual award are eligible to receive one of four …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/44058

Seniors honored for academic excellence as 2024 Presidential Scholars

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… Presidential Scholar Kayla Byrd (second from the right) and supporters who attended the ceremony. President … President Montgomery joined other attendees in celebrating Western's 2024 Presidential Scholars, such as Haley Jackson. … Scholar Rebecca J. Adams , who graduated this past spring with a Bachelor of Science in speech pathology and

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75101

WMU alumna named Michigan’s 2026 Superintendent of the Year

College of Education and Human Development

… of Battle Creek Public Schools KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University alumna Dr. Kimberly Carter , … Creek Public Schools since 2015, was selected for her outstanding leadership, deep commitment to equity and … “Dr. Carter’s work reflects the heart of what we value at Western Michigan University: leadership grounded in service, …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/kimberly-carter-michigan-superintendent-state-award-winner-battle-creek