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Libraries seek student artwork, research for spring exhibit
University Libraries
… would love to get a variety of submissions—anything that can hang on a wall!” says Dr. Micky Carignano , assistant … on Friday, Dec. 8 . Students selected for the exhibit will be contacted by Dec. 11 . The exhibit will be installed in January and debut at Waldo Fest on Jan. 23 . …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73414
Shining a spotlight on senior engineering design partnership
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… industry partners, non-profit organizations or faculty members conducting research. Blaise Beltowski, B.S.’08 For … Dana Hammond So why does Landscape Forms invest so much into senior design projects? The projects support its core … of continuous improvements. Culture is defined as our Scanlon principles of identity, participation, competence and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69981
New LEED building certifications boost WMU total to seven
News
… —Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design—the national benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high-performance green buildings. Late in December, WMU facilities officials learned that Brown Hall and … share several green design features, including integration into WMU's award-winning stormwater retention system. Also, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4731
From frontline worker to a future in HR: Jessica Robach has found her purpose
Haworth College of Business
… she is getting a taste of what her future holds. Beginning during the past January, Robach started her … as a human resources intern. She was drawn to this position because of her own manufacturing background, allowing her to … within the Kalamazoo area. Mentors offer insight into post-graduation opportunities, identifying which area …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73614
Eugene M. Bernstein obituary
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… Eugene M. Bernstein obituary Submitted by Deanne Puca on Eugene M. Bernstein Eugene M. Bernstein , a former Western Michigan … of Physics or Freedom Service Dogs of America. Condolences can be sent to 9521 Oviedo St., San Diego, California, 92129. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32039
Nominations open in honorary degree process
News
… has issued a call for nominations of individuals to be considered for honorary degrees from the University in … committee will accept nominations through the end of September and review the nominations received in October and … and details about the evaluation and selection process can be found online at wmich.edu/policies/honorary . For …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34743
WMU celebrates upgraded fashion labs and technology
College of Education and Human Development
… upgraded fashion labs and technology Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Laura Dinehart and President Edward Montgomery … lab's new surface top. Using a touch screen, students can select from different stitch types. Left to right are … new surface is super easy to use. I just stick in pins and can pivot the fabric to slash it off, spread and everything …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74534
Join in the festivities for the annual Sustainability Celebration
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… annual Sustainability Celebration Submitted by Brianna McCann on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Live music, a bike tour and an opportunity to provide input into sustainability planning for the city of Kalamazoo are … of Kalamazoo’s First Community Meeting and Kick-Off will be hosted from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Kalamazoo Farmers …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55180
Generating Buzz: Regulating genetically modified mosquitoes
W Magazine
… right now. The genetically modified bugs could potentially be used to reduce populations of their malaria-carrying … at WMU, is working to strengthen the understanding of African government and regulatory officials about the … stops female mosquitoes from being able to bite or lay eggs. The gene is linked with another genetic element—“gene …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/57059
WMU students create apiary, study the imperiled honeybee
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… WMU students create apiary, study the imperiled honeybee Submitted by Paula M. Davis on A student beekeeper holds … nucleus colony, a mini hive that would, with luck, develop into another full-size colony. "We want to do as little … hives to raise awareness and study the ecological significance of the honeybee. Eventually the goal is to use the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20781