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… Driven to succeed: Engineering grad found his lane at Western Submitted by Erin Flynn on Nick Durham kneels next to a race car he helped build with Formula SAE. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The "need for speed" has been with Nick Durham for as long as he can remember. "I've …

… Lemmer recognized among elite in aeronautics and astronautics field Submitted by Cindy Wagner on … of aerospace engineering, has been elected to the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Class of … individual must be an AIAA senior member in good standing, with at least 12 years of professional experience, and be …

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Big things are brewing as Western Michigan University's new student center moves closer to the … from the broader community. "We're looking to partner with a local business or brewery that will highlight the … kinds of programs and events on campus that will pair well with a stop at the pub before or after." Four other …

… to honor its top four staffers for 2013-14 Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Four staff … "We call her our 'mom' away from home. She has provided me with advice, humor, chocolate, lunch and love for the past … almost any problem and will go out of her way to help you with yours." Several nominators provided examples of how …

… to xylophones: WMU education students engage in unique hands-on learning Submitted by Chris Hybels on Students … of an exploratory lesson and sharing my experiences working with living things in the classroom. I think sometimes new teachers jump into that without really doing the research,” explains Reinhart, …

… Korey Force on International Education Week includes a Japan Festival hosted by the Japan club on Saturday, Nov. 23. … cultures and global knowledge represented on campus with a weeklong series of events. The week is comprised of … Education week kicks off early Friday, Nov. 15, with a Culture Fest Potluck hosted by the Muslim Student …

… gain broad input on new student center concept Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … of the Bernhard Center on WMU's main campus. It will begin with a presentation by a team from Perkins + Will, the … and programming concept for the project that is consistent with the University's strategic plan and comprehensive …

… Hey, Siri—WMU leads the way in studying human-robot communication Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, … raises the thermostat when the polar vortex sets in. Living with robots is no longer science fiction. Scientists have … of historic interest in how technology mediates what we do with each other,” says Edwards. “Now, suddenly with things …

… rhetoric scholar to lead Merze Tate College as interim dean Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. Staci Perryman-Clark … field's flagship organization—where she was honored with a resolution for excellence in diversity, equity and … workshops for faculty members serving on committees charged with determining promotions and hiring. Perryman-Clark was …

… Adriana Vicario is marketing for success Submitted by Abbie … “I can combine my analytical and strategic thinking with my creative side, and it has really allowed me to step … Competition & Summit. “Together, over a course of three months, we created an entire data-driven digital marketing …