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WMU awards highest faculty honors to philosophy and research methods professors

News

… WMU awards highest faculty honors to philosophy and research methods professors Submitted by … Applegate have received Distinguished Faculty Scholar Awards, the University’s highest honor for research. “Dr. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2026/09/fall-2026-distinguished-faculty-scholar-award-recipients

University Recreation’s new equipment investment prioritizes individualized student workouts, modern exercise trends

Student Affairs

… ergonomics and smoother functionality to student's favorite machines. One new cable crossover unit and 10 brand new … calf raise, standing arm curl and more. The new equipment was chosen to add variety to the gym setup and … have an impact on how quickly heavily used machines are repaired.   “Now that we have new equipment that is under …

https://wmich.edu/studentaffairs/news/2025/09/src-equipment-update

Aerospace student looks to the future with friend and faculty support

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Aerospace student looks to the future with friend and faculty support Submitted by … guide him in the right direction, and Sanchez is looking forward to entering the field of aerospace engineering … finite element analysis, statistical analysis software, machine learning and network design.   Following that …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/04/looking-future-sanchez

From safer helmets to heated gloves: students unveil capstone projects

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… From safer helmets to heated gloves: students unveil capstone projects … utilizes advanced multi-layer screen printing to maintain warmth in temperatures as low as negative 40 degrees … their personal interests: they decided to design, build and test a 3D-printed football helmet, intended to absorb …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/04/senior-engineering-design-conference-spring-2026

Celebrating the 2026 College of Engineering and Applied Sciences’ Presidential Scholars

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Scholars, the highest academic honor that WMU can bestow on its undergraduates. Selection is based on a student's … Al Rasbi. For Aus Al Rasbi , cybersecurity is a field of always evolving challenges that bring new excitement every … fan of rotorcraft, Buccilli is intrigued to see how these machines can become sustainable and integrated into urban …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/04/2026-presidential-scholars

Building Her Future, One Aircraft at a Time: The Journey of WMU’s Natalie Smeltzer

College of Aviation

… a Time: The Journey of WMU’s Natalie Smeltzer Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Natalie Smeltzer (third from left) with her … And that assignment won't be far from her roots.  Smeltzer was born and raised in Holland, Mich., a Lake Michigan … 600s would be undergoing a full-scale MRO -- maintenance, repair and overhaul.  "I was also able to tour the …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2026/04/smeltzer

Sky’s the limit for aviation grad who knows planes inside and out

News

… by Erin Flynn on Adaora Osolu is ready for her career to take off after majoring in aviation flight science and … technical operations. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Adaora Osolu has always been fascinated by the unexplored—whether it's the … alongside technicians to assist with testing, adjusting and repairing airframe systems and components.  "It gave me a …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/graduate-success-aviation-flight-science-technical-operations-adaora-osolu

AMP Lab open house expands in fourth year to offer more STEAM experiences

WMU-Grand Rapids

… AMP Lab open house expands in fourth year to offer more STEAM experiences Submitted by Ross Fuller on … with Tinker Toys at the AMP Lab open house.  Kids watch an EggBot translate their design onto a ping pong … as they assemble a flashlight using parts made by a CNC machine at the 2024 AMP Lab open house.  Kids and families …

https://wmich.edu/grandrapids/news/2025/03/amp-lab-family-open-house-2025

The ultimate assist: Sports and Event Management Club to connect students with industry at career fair

College of Education and Human Development

… The ultimate assist: Sports and Event Management Club to connect students with industry at career fair Submitted … job openings, summer internships and professional pathways. In addition, students organized a panel with industry … Human Development, the Kalamazoo Growlers, the Grand Rapids Gold, the Battle Creek Battle Jacks, the Kalamazoo …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/03/sports-event-management-club-career-networking-fair

Western students go 'All In' with short story contest

University Libraries

… Western students go 'All In' with short story contest Submitted by Angela Brcka on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— … can print a randomly-selected story by pressing a button on Waldo Library's Story Machine. The annual contest is organized by Short Edition, …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-short-story-contest