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Balancing cybersecurity and business goals

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… hardware, cybersecurity professionals must possess a broad knowledge set to combat threats. “The biggest challenge is being able to balance the need for security online with the need for companies to provide services that will … and hydraulic technician. His experience exposed him to cryptologists, who piqued his interest in encryption. Now a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68924

Graduate students take their turn to help raise awareness of ALS

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… their turn to help raise awareness of ALS Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Matzka, right, speaks during an … concept that Scott Matzka revisited after he was diagnosed with ALS in 2015. The 38-year-old father of two met Nancy … of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and mother of a son with ALS, who told him that the disease gives people …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40842

WMU and KCC announce major transfer agreement

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… WMU and KCC announce major transfer agreement Submitted by Anonymous (not … on BATTLE CREEK, Mich.—Western Michigan University and Kellogg Community College have signed a major agreement that will … academic affairs. "We've had a close working relationship with KCC for many years and our partnership has led to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46804

From grading to wading, student finds success shifting academic focus to follow passion

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… to what I went to college for initially." Nearly finished with his English degree, Austin chose to enlist in the Navy. … worked as an undergraduate on some of her wetland research. With G.I. Bill funds still available after finishing up his … more experience in the field by continuing his work at WMU. Now he’s on track for a doctorate while picking up a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60045

WMU program offers free tutoring, mentorship to KPS middle and high school students

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… but a Western Michigan University program provides struggling students a place to find support. The University's … Program, Western students are employed to mentor and help with homework free of charge. Roughly 50 KPS students signed … "We started with six tutors and two site coordinators. Now we have 12 tutors and are looking to hire three more," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63181

Autism art show on display, reception planned

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… Autism art show on display, reception planned Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—An art exhibit that was … on display through Feb. 28 at Western Michigan University, with a reception set for this week. The "All for One" … Feb. 4 . The reception is free and open to the public, with free parking available in Lot 104. Autism and Visual …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13205

WMU awarded $3.7 million for programs in blindness and low vision

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… for programs in blindness and low vision Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. Kim Dr. Lee Dr. Wiebold Dr. … a severe shortage of specialists trained to assist people with vision problems live fuller, happier lives. The … educating the next generation of specialists who will work with visually impaired youths and adults in schools and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20138

WMU professor’s research shows social connection leads to success in health goals

Haworth College of Business

… leads to success in health goals Submitted by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As we step into a new year, we … recently published research that delves into this question with interesting applications for both consumers and health … communities ,” employed skilled analysis of the data, with results that prove to online health community leaders …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74530

Pitch competition helps tee engineering grad up for business success

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… Flynn on Spencer Rochowiak created an unbreakable golf tee with sustainability in mind. It's the signature item for his … golf accessories. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Pairing passion with pragmatism, Spencer Rochowiak is taking a swing at … The 2021 Western Michigan University engineering design technology alumnus recently launched Bowden 3D, making …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68053

Dismantling expectations: Nicole Miller’s future in advertising

Haworth College of Business

… Miller’s future in advertising Submitted by Amy Coughenour on Nicole Miller KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … Miller  of Monee, Illinois, doesn’t see herself fitting within the stereotypical box of advertising. Billboards and … Creativity alone won’t break down established walls, but with her second major in leadership and business strategy, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69895