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Autonomous vehicle research rolling onto WMU campus
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… the wheel base, added wheelchair restraints and redesigned the interior of the vehicles. From there, in … Reece says, researchers will be working on mapping and setup. The technology does not involve a driver, pedals or a … comes within a few feet. The project is expected to wrap up at the end of October. For more WMU news, arts and events …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55431
Three WMU students receive prestigious scholarships
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… further impact the food and consumer package goods industry upon graduation. I am very grateful for this scholarship and … aspiration is to always continue to be a student, keeping up with the exciting and continuously evolving food market. … in scholarships to students preparing for careers in the supermarket industry. "The NGA Foundation is committed to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55328
Football Broncos tackle tree clearing for Habitat for Humanity
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… a large branch off of a tree. After an early morning wake-up call for conditioning, members of the football team's … their motto: "Our Town. Our Team." "We have so much support from people within the community that come to games, donate and support us," says Tranquill, of Huntertown, Indiana, who …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54389
Volunteer experience feeds student's passion to help others
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… taking time to care about and understand one another's struggles and problems helps us connect." Moments like that are … ethics and sustainability isn't a normal course. The upper level undergraduate class—a requirement for graduates … "It's a lot more than just delivering food. We check up on homebound seniors and make sure they're doing okay, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53331
Mindful change: One professor's vision to transform stroke recovery
W Magazine
… Mich.—The smile on Dr. Lori Gray’s face could light up the entire Western campus, but five years ago when she … mindfulness-based training for survivors. Her first group of four stroke survivors, in a partnership with a … training, Gray couldn’t be more pleased with the focus-group responses from the four people in her pilot study. “All …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70900
Education meets innovation: Interior design students envision accessible future for teen living with rare progressive disease
W Magazine
… Education meets innovation: Interior design students envision accessible future for teen living … Lassig "He went from walking with crutches around our home, up and down stairs … to within about 12 to 16 months losing … and share them with those families who are also struggling to find accessible spaces. "Every step of this …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69849
Campus community, alumni welcomed to homecoming week events ahead of game
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… award winners and hold special pregame tailgates to gear up for the annual homecoming game, which will pit WMU … during the football game. This year's royalty contestant group was one of the largest in recent years, says Wayne Bond , … proud to return to as alumni, and it all starts now." View updates about more student engagement events on Instagram …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69383
Take a stroll around Western's campuses to see what's new
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… center and dining facility is finished! The gold fins are designed like Michigan tree foliage to help shade the building … almost time for demo day! Construction fencing is going up around Dunbar Hall to reimagine learning for students . … Lee Honors College near Rood Hall? Get excited, an even bigger dino is on the way! Check out the new Aviation …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65100
WMU alumni entrepreneurs reveal how they built their businesses
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… enterprise "The world of an entrepreneur and startup business is full of pivots," says Adam McFarlin , a 2008 … a business is a critical feature of our economy, and startup activity is a standard gauge of economic vibrancy. "Young … As with many entrepreneurs, Brandon Zavala's first and biggest pivot was leaving a steady job to pursue his startup. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/47050
Nutrition and dietetics students share healthy eating habits with community youth
College of Education and Human Development
… and dietetics master's program. HCPP students fill empty cups with sugar to guess how much is in an unhealthy drink. … trivia game. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Through the Michigan GEAR UP summer camp, high school students participating in the … populations by mentoring high school students from those groups. Supported by a partnership between the WMU College of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71963