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AI research at WMU: Advancing technology and education
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… “While it is exciting to envision a future of harmony, with people and machines collaboratively solving complex … there are unknown variables,” says Fong. “Many things can potentially go horribly wrong.” And to address the … is potentially taking us. We need to be informed, so we can contribute meaningfully to debate surrounding the broad …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/ai-research-wmu-advancing-technology-education
Students win two categories, $10,000 in statewide competition
News
… by the University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship, with semifinalist and finalist judging held in February. The … provides funding to dozens of student and faculty-led teams with innovative, renewable energy ideas. The challenge … with the overall team win, we definitely proved that WMU can compete with the best. I think we made Western proud." …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5569
WMU one of six in nation honored as top-performing green colleges
News
… of Grits awards recognized: WMU as the large institution with the most carbon emissions saved to date. Dennison … of these projects and hope that other institutions can look to this work as strong examples of how an institution can cut their greenhouse gas emissions while cutting costs." …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28661
Students claim second place in national social media marketing competition
Haworth College of Business
… Social Media Competition at Ball State University, with one team placing second in a field of 50 university … They cohesively agreed upon a riskier core strategy with bigger payoff potential. They allowed their personalities to … the finals," says Huang, team captain. "We owe a huge thank you to our wonderful coach and mentor Dr. Scott Cowley." …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53011
Welcome-pack items sought for Seita students
News
… students Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Donations can be dropped off beginning July 20. KALAMAZOO, … incoming Seita Scholars. Many of those former foster-care youth will arrive in September without basic household items to help make their school year …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25200
Mott Just Another Typical Pilot - Nicole's Journey to the Left Seat
College of Aviation
… Nicole Mott is one of these people. As a new captain with Envoy Air , finishing her upgrade at the end of 2017, … recalls, “My first experience with flying was when I was young. A family friend owned a Cessna and took me for a … the many life-long friends made at the University. “But, I can’t forget,” she exulted, “the cross-country flight we …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2018/01/mott
Survey shows campus diversity climate viewed as positive overall
News
… into the campus culture and uncover those areas in which we can and should make improvements to ensure that ours is a … University a place that is not simply focused on compliance with nondiscrimination guidelines, but one that is truly … overall perception of campus climate. Students were significantly more positive about the campus climate than the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9448
Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast' coming to Miller for two nights
News
… "Beauty and the Beast" is the classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is … trapped in a spell placed by an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he … and the Beast" features the Academy Award-winning score with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by the late Howard …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20934
World’s medievalists to convene virtually during annual congress
News
… Institute and has attracted professional scholars, most with university appointments; students; independent … "The Black Queen of Sheba: A Global History of an African Idea," presented by Dr. Wendy Laura Belcher , Princeton … to congress registrants within two days. Participants can express themselves through music, spoken word, dance, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/63939
Program that helps kids read wins STAR Award
News
… offered through Western Michigan University that helps young children improve their reading skills has been saluted with a STAR Award . The award was presented at an April 24 … about themselves and a consistent relationship they can count on." The student volunteers are often studying …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/6964