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Collaborative robots offer unique hands-on experiences for students

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… unique hands-on experiences for students Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Torrey Cookman (left) shows another student how to … that interact and work side by side with humans in many industrial settings. One of the fastest growing segments of … in many industries. “It’s the kind of hands-on, forward-leaning work that prepares students for where …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/03/engineering-programming-collaborative-robots

25 Year Club to induct 72 longtime employees

News

… Nov. 27 KALAMAZOO—A total of 72 people who began their service to Western Michigan University in 1987 will be … academic advising, College of Fine Arts Kimberlee S. Hemingway , office assistant, Division of Intercollegiate … E. Little , professor of music David M. Lyth , professor of industrial and manufacturing engineering Donna Marks , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2313

Preserving History and Canopy: Collaborative Progress at The Oaklands Residence

Planning, Design and Construction

… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A thoughtful transformation is underway at Western Michigan University’s historic Oaklands … the grove, PDC has partnered closely with WMU's Landscape Services, including their arborists, and the WMU Tree … long-term health of the grove. The WMU Geology Department was brought in to conduct ground-penetrating radar (GPR) …

https://wmich.edu/facilitiespdc/news/2026/06/preserving-history-oaklands-residence

Katrovas to combine storytelling and song in recital of Czech composers

News

… on the composers' four-year friendship and the pre-World War II era they lived in. The project is under the auspices …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43299

Dr. Jennifer P. Bott named chair of WMU’s Department of Marketing

Haworth College of Business

… reasons to say yes. The positive energy here is real, and I want to help amplify it.” Bott is keen to build upon the … faculty and students to alumni and organizations that want to invest in what the department does. “I am thrilled … Association.  She attained her master’s and doctorate in industrial/organizational psychology from the University of …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/06/jennifer-bott-marketing-chair

WMU business college receives largest philanthropic gift in its history

Haworth College of Business

… its history Submitted by Stacey Lowis on A $17 million gift was announced from The Stan Lucas Trust. The gift will … when his bank referred Lucas to him for private banking services. Throughout the years, Grady found Lucas to be … trains and automobiles.  In 1976, Lucas began acquiring industrial real estate in Southern California. He then …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/04/largest-gift-haworth-college-business-lucas-trust

With a fellow Bronco in her corner, 2025 grad makes off-Broadway debut in ‘Heathers’

Theatre

… With a fellow Bronco in her corner, 2025 grad makes off-Broadway debut in ‘Heathers’ Submitted by Emily Duguay on 2025 … Western graduate Aniya Thompson celebrated her off-Broadway debut in ‘Heathers: The Musical’ on July 8. (Photo by … Thompson had six days to find out whether her life was about to change. It was June 8, and Thompson, a 2025 …

https://wmich.edu/theatre/news/2026/07/wmu-alumna-aniya-thompson-off-broadway-debut-heathers

WMU’s 2025 fall awards to spotlight distinguished contributions across campus

News

… WMU’s 2025 fall awards to spotlight distinguished contributions across campus … on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s Fall Awards Celebration on Friday, Oct. 3 , will recognize … and staff, including awards for outstanding teaching, service and longtime and emerging scholarly work. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/2025-fall-awards-celebration-recognizes-wmu-best

Teaching for tomorrow: How hands-on AI experience is empowering new educators

College of Education and Human Development

… course not knowing much about AI and feeling extremely wary of its ethical and environmental impacts. However, both … using AI tools,” says Zelaya. “During the courses, I was able and willing to have more conversations with friends … integrated and project-based courses One of those courses was “Empowering Education with AI,” which Zelaya describes …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/03/wmu-cehd-leading-ai-integration-education

Bronco in business: WMU alumna leads the way in Chicago’s contemporary fashion scene

College of Education and Human Development

… Bronco in business: WMU alumna leads the way in Chicago’s contemporary fashion scene Submitted by … to her business, Hoffman, who said starting her business was scary but equally exciting, believes that having a … build great relationships and provide excellent customer service. Hoffman said that by using this simple tactic, …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2023/01/wmu-textile-apparel-alumna-shannon-hoffman-chicago