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WMU product design student helps envision games of the future as Hasbro intern

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… games for kids. EVANSTON, Ill.—When work involves playing with toys all day, it hardly feels like a job. Western … to play the classic games. It's pretty great!" While she can't discuss details of what she has in the works, she's … United States. As the pandemic grew, she worried it would cancel the internship opportunity. But the company has …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60216

Student group once again recognized by leading human resource association

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… to shape better workplaces—where employers and employees can thrive together—we are energized by the work our student … efforts have directly contributed to the significant growth of the organization both in members and in … over the same time period. I am proud to have worked with the students to build momentum for the future." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54130

WMU teams claim top two spots at project management competition

Haworth College of Business

… of their choice. The teams were given industry mentors with project management certifications, Matt Mills and Nancy Howk , both of Stryker. With their guidance, the finalists completed three rubrics … that the lessons learned in preparing for the competition can be used in a much broader sense. “Students made useful …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59292

Class project puts social work students' research in leading journal

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… practical therapeutic applications of mindfulness combined with a senior faculty member's commitment to community … discipline's most prestigious journals. "An Environmental Scan of Mindfulness-Based Interventions on University and … of the course as a 'gown to town' course where students can produce practical and relevant products for our local …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37351

WMU Food Marketing Conference brings innovation to the main stage worldwide

Haworth College of Business

… of Western’s food marketing program and the conference. “With CEOs, vice presidents and directors of business sharing … sales expert, and top executives from Amazon, Circana, Kimberly-Clark, Kellanova, Kroger, Meijer, NielsenIQ, … a returning event that offers tastes and plates from Can-Do Kalamazoo, Kalsec and local chefs. An in-person, as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/74888

Event to focus on prescription drug abuse, disposal

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University students have teamed up with St. Joseph and Kalamazoo counties to stage an … abuse in southwest Michigan, how the region's residents can keep their prescriptions safe and how to properly … drug abuse is a growing trend, especially among youth and young adults. After marijuana and alcohol, these …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39172

Candlebox headlines Kalamazoo Greek Festival

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Candlebox headlines Kalamazoo Greek Festival Submitted by … 7 p.m. and $12 from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. After 7 p.m., people younger than 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. … similar to an elephant ear that is deep-fried and covered with honey and cinnamon; mousaka, a Greek casserole; spinach …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7170

Engineer turned champion mountain biker and entrepreneur speaking Oct. 10

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… Entrepreneur: Learning to think like an engineer will make you successful in any business," at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, … champion mountain biker, she has traveled across the rugged Himalayas, through sweltering sand dunes of the Sahara … Lecture Series runs throughout the year. Speakers with a wide range of backgrounds and expertise the college …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49502

Western’s jazz program claims top honors in prestigious international music competition

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… a jazz faculty committed to a standard of excellence within the classroom and ensembles. Our students thrive … Community College Dan Gregerman , Niles North High School You can view the full list of winners of DownBeat’s Student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64332

Owners of local sock company put best foot forward at forum

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… and Roff KALAMAZOO—The owners of a company that started with a competition between friends as to who could wear the … with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-6059 or at … the cultural tone for the business. The business allows young professionals to make a statement with their footwear. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/08/17977