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Sales students gain real-world experience through innovative business partnership

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… business partnership Submitted by Erin Flynn on Students visited Total Plastics, International to learn about the … techniques, students go on a factory tour and see firsthand how this product is built, and that really helps them paint … the best opportunities I have had a class provide me thus far. I am extremely grateful." Scott Dukesherer, TPI general …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/sales-students-gain-experience-pitching-total-plastics-international

WMU researchers develop framework for creating more efficient masks

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… and play. But the efficacy of face coverings on the market is wide-ranging—an issue a team of researchers at Western … protective equipment (PPE)—such as N95 masks—based on how fibers are arranged in the mask material. Their … are alternatives to testing the raw materials that you're going to make your mask from before you actually fabricate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64847

Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo Valley Community College and The Kalamazoo Promise receive $620,000 grant to help working-age students earn postsecondary credentials

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… Kalamazoo Valley Community College and The Kalamazoo Promise receive $620,000 grant to help working-age students earn … Kalamazoo Valley Accelerated Associate Program (KVAAP) has shown the impact of focused, wrap-around support for adult … in 2023. “Employer demand for well-trained workers is only going to grow. Helping more adults obtain postsecondary …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/11/wmu-kalamazoo-valley-kalamazoo-promise-recieve-innovation-investment-award-grant

Product design alumni on leading edge of innovation

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… on leading edge of innovation Submitted by Erin Flynn on Aisha Thaj’s work on Bell’s advanced concepts group involves … lift technology, working on things like graphics, trade show presentations and interior redesigns. Thaj (Photo … of a major truck brand was her favorite experience so far. And her futuristic vision paid off; EyesOn Design …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73419

Molecular biology lab uses classroom for real-world research

College of Arts and Sciences

… come to mind when you imagine a college biology course. However, this is not what happens in Dr. Todd Barkman 's molecular … various stages because we don’t know what the results are going to be, and sometimes the correct but disappointing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/68776

Former MIT researcher discusses neuroethics in center's first fall talk

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… Former MIT researcher discusses neuroethics in center's first fall talk Submitted … : Black History 101 Mobile Museum special exhibit, " '68: How Far Have We Come?," 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. , Richmond Center for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48528

10 ways to use the Libraries in your course

University Libraries

… 10 ways to use the Libraries in your course Submitted by Angela … learning outcomes for your class. You can also request a visit to our Zhang Legacy Collections Center  to give your … notes on a lightboard while facing the viewer. Discover how this technology can improve student engagement and …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2024/12/10-ways-libraries-can-help

Flags lowered Monday for Master Sgt. Gregory Kuhse

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… Michigan University and throughout Michigan will be lowered to half-staff Monday, Oct. 26 , in honor of Master Sgt. … Kuhse , of Kalamazoo. Kuhse, 38, died in a helicopter crash in Kabul, Afghanistan while supporting Operation Freedom's Sentinel. Major …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27964

Western students partnering with MDOT on pioneering bridge project

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… Dr. Upul Attanayake, Abul Mazumder and Harsha Amunugama visit the bridge construction site in Detroit. DETROIT—The … Western's prepared us well for meeting the demand that's going to be out there in our field," says Emily Lange , a … construction, installing that system and investigating how the unique concrete being used in the project will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66486

Football program earns NCAA sportsmanship award

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… 2018-19 NCAA sportsmanship award. The NCAA announced the Division I, II and III winners of its sportsmanship award … lost his right eye at age 10 and left eye at age 12. However, Olson worked to live out his dream to play … to bring the players over and clue them in as to what’s going on,” Lester said. “I told them the situation, what it …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51303