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Undergraduate research, career-related experiences helped psychology grad find purpose

News

… a neuropsychologist. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Haila Jiddou has always been interested in psychology and how the brain works. … are considering for potential use in future anxiety medications. "It opened up a lot of opportunities for me, … "I think it would be really cool to keep doing that type of work and apply some of my neuroscience background …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73684

WMU history professor discovers new stories of early Colombia

History

… Western Michigan University assistant professor of history, was awarded the Citizen and Scholars Institute Fellowship, a … of Colombiana , one of the largest collections of this type in the United States.   “I got to see chronological … Life and Legal Practice During Colombia’s Independence, 1808-1832.”  “It has been a wonderful year and I feel so …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75941

Finding his way: coursework, experiences and support

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Finding his way: coursework, experiences and support Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Colton Hicks (left) enjoys an alumni award event … engineering student Colton Hicks is figuring out the type of engineer he hopes to become—broadening his own …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75952

Propelling the next generation of engineers: WALI gives students a shot at space exploration

W Magazine

… Propelling the next generation of engineers: WALI gives students a shot at space exploration Submitted by … be engineering models at this point, but these are the same types of systems that are going to be going into space. So, … seems, is getting out. The team has exploded to more than 80 members over the past year, and it has benefited from an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74818

Water quality research and engineering firm is newest BTR Park partner

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Water quality research and engineering firm is newest BTR … says. "Human health and well-being are dependent on the type of environment we're building." While the Michigan … Launched in late 1999, the BTR Park is home to nearly 50 private-sector companies directly employing more than …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43452

WMU schedules back-to-back career fairs in February

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… Thursday, Feb. 12 , and is expected to attract about 180 employers and 2,000 job seekers. It is being sponsored by Career and Student Employment Services at WMU and Dimplex Thermal Solutions in Kalamazoo. The participating … to date. The student preparation week website explains the type of assistance available, how to preregister for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21427

WMU pilots 'Go West' to compete in decades-old women's air race

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… Cirrus SR-20 aircraft as they compete against more than 50 other teams flying small aircraft through 10 intermediate … instructor at the college. Karsten is a 2005 graduate of Onaway High School. Air Race Classic The Air Race Classic, part … daylight hours and all fly fixed-wing aircraft. Since many types of planes are used to compete in the race, each plane …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16438

Michigan Office Solutions opens new location in BTR Park

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… and alumni through WMU continues to grow. We look forward to being a part of this innovative and collaborative … outreach and point person for the BTR Park, MOS is the type of firm the park was designed for—one that fits into … Lansing, Traverse City and Alpena. MOS employs more than 250 professionals statewide and has the ability to leverage …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14261

Essential Needs and Dining Services team up to demo cooking skills for students

Student Affairs

… Essential Needs and Dining Services team up to demo cooking skills for students Submitted by Kaitlynn Boot on Students watch Chef Andrew Francisco and Emily Hazel Mitchell … and nutrition. “We hope to implement a variety of different types of programming within the Demo Kitchen, but a cooking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75288

Computer engineering grad programmed a path to success at Western

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… Camryn Ruiz is working on the technology in real time. "I want to design something that will potentially help people," … signal acquisition and processing, and robotic-assisted medical systems, and with the guidance of Dr. Massood Atashbar … the potential of neuroprosthetic devices. It's the type of hands-on learning and that drew Ruiz to Western …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/computer-engineering-fall-2024-graduate-camryn-ruiz