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Business faculty help coordinate interdisciplinary international conference

Haworth College of Business

… College of Business, the idea of ‘business as usual’ is no longer an appropriate guiding mechanism. Businesses are now being tasked with considering their impact on the world … an event in person in the future. The ability to network not only with other academics but with the many …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62695

WMU alumnus breaks new ground with unique flooring business

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… new ground with unique flooring business Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU alumnus August Jacobson, founding … when you had the time. I feel like this is one of the biggest lessons for starting a business. What's the biggest …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48159

Former students honor legacy of world-renowned WMU religion and society professor

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… Former students honor legacy of world-renowned WMU religion and society … as a prisoner of war and brought to America, Siebert was freed after it was determined he was not a Nazi sympathizer. … "For him, it's not about him. It's about something much bigger." Siebert has also hosted a weekly lunch for decades, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56636

Focusing on the basics with aerospace engineer Adam Houtman

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… aerospace engineering alumnus Adam Houtman uses to describe not only aircraft design but also something Western Michigan … down innovation. “In my field, designers have a lot more freedom than they had 20 years ago—figuring out how to … professional pursuits. “I have learned that one has to be aggressive about continuously learning. Read a lot, seek out …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67553

Sunseeker team engineers its way to impressive finish at Formula Sun Grand Prix

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… way to the fifth-place finish but used their engineering knowledge to resolve them all, says Dr. Bradley Bazuin , … continuing evolution of car and race requirements and some known challenges based on the current car's design and … during a tow, horn adjustments for higher decibel rating, minor body repairs for attachment points, and additional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54383

Solution Squad helps students solve problems, connect with resources to build success

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… build success Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—No Bronco left behind. That's the mantra Mo Brooks and … "If you look at the story of Merze Tate, it's one of struggle, hardship and overcoming. Her entire life, especially … for classes when deadlines are approaching. "We're not waiting for students to find us. We're reaching out to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67022

Finding the next best meal: Bartek Scheibe’s road to the food industry

Haworth College of Business

… Scheibe’s road to the food industry Submitted by Amy Coughenour on Bartek Scheibe KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Driving along the … options. Senior Bartek Scheibe , from Woodstock, Illinois, already has a plan for leaving his own mark on the … Focusing on bringing Polish food to your dinner table no matter where you are in the world, Scheibe wants to make …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69901

Event set to help students, employees learn about rec center

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… students, employees learn about rec center Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on A CycleFit class during the 2017 New Year, … from 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Students and employees can—at no cost—show up with their Bronco Card and workout clothes …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44327

Virtual book clubs examine ethical questions on current social topics

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… for undeserved populations while the system is set up to ignore them. "The Moral Foundation of Politics" (2003) by Ian Shapiro , discussion led by Norman W. Hawker , professor of finance and commercial law, from 4 to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Oct. 13, 20 and 27 . No matter which party prevails in the election this fall, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61261

WMU United Way launches 2017 campaign with $200,000 goal, children's book drive

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… kicked off the 2017 campus United Way Campaign Sept. 28, announcing its goals of $200,000 and increasing participation … told a group of about 30 campus campaign champions. "No gift is too small. It all adds up, it all starts a … high school graduation rates. Increase the number of economically stable households. Improve family and infant …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43019