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Western's Carbon Neutrality Committee turning up the heat on climate commitments

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… University is reinvigorating efforts to respond to and offset the impacts of climate change. Amid increasing concern … and actions to potentially accelerate goals. "Western was early out of the gate to aggressively attack the climate … between the pandemic and the climate crisis. "We're in this grand experiment now with each other, and these issues are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63977

All systems go: Aerospace engineering student launches work into space

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… Force Base in California, Tom Scott , B.S.E.’25, M.S.’26, watched his graduate studies literally flash before his eyes.    “It was almost surreal. It was pitch black and then all of a … resume.   “This project required so many different skill sets and gave me a greater understanding of how systems come …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/05/aerospace-engineering-spacex-payload-launch-tom-scott

WMU Cold Case Program recognized as national benchmark for student-police partnerships

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… Homicide Investigators Association training in Grand Rapids. “WMU’s program was ahead of its time in the development of student-involved … both law enforcement and the University,” he says. “I’ve always had a passion for investigation, and to see these cold …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/06/cold-case-program-national-benchmark-international-homicide-investigators

Major theatre upgrades give students professional experience, elevate audience experience

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… Flynn on Students stand in front of the newly installed LED wall. Keith Roelfsema, center, talks with faculty member Evan Carlson, right, and students about the new LED wall technology. More than 40 students worked to overhaul … design students can pre-produce their shows in a virtual setting.   “There are elements that we’ve kept from the old …

https://wmich.edu/news/2026/09/gilmore-theatre-complex-upgrades

In Tempo, fall 2024

W Magazine

… Elements: Works for Horn and Piano by Female Composers,” was released in 2004. ■ Western music theatre performance major rocks Grand Ole Opry Jack Austin at the Grand Ole Opry Jack Austin … is committed to nurturing young talent. For the second consecutive year, he organized a two-week summer camp in his …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/fall-2024-tempo

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

Student Affairs

… skills for students Submitted by Kaitlynn Boot on Students watch Chef Andrew Francisco and Emily Hazel Mitchell … gallo and a warm bean salsa at the WMU Student Center Demo Kitchen. The cooking demonstrations utilized canned food and … including washing hands, wearing gloves and using different cutting techniques. Students learned how to sauté, sear, …

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

WMU, Make-A-Wish Michigan partner to support cancer survivor’s dreams of becoming a nurse

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… advocate for children facing critical illnesses. Adalae, a Grand Rapids-area resident, plans on attending Western in … of their own. That dream took a life-changing step forward when she was surprised during a special celebration with the news. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/06/make-wish-wmu-nursing-student-tuition-support

WMU celebrates upgraded fashion labs and technology

College of Education and Human Development

… by Chris Hybels on Dr. Laura Dinehart and President Edward Montgomery cut the ribbon for the new pattern plotter printer. … the serger gives  students the ability select from pre-set stitches to create professional finishes in a fraction …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74534

Regional giants: Led by faculty-owned investment firm, WMU reps take home ‘Newsmaker of the Year’ awards

W Magazine

… firm, WMU reps take home ‘Newsmaker of the Year’ awards Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Dr. Doug Lepisto … most recently through multiple recognitions from Crain’s Grand Rapids Business honoring leaders connected to the … alumnus Thomas Cronkright II , BBA ’97, co-founder and executive chairman of CertifID, took home the prize in the …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/regional-giants-sleeping-giant-capital-russ-kavalhuna

Ribfest highlighted by musical performances

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… attracts 10,000 people each summer. This year's festival is set for Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 3-5. Proceeds from … are $50 for Friday and Saturday and include access to a no-waiting entry gate, a VIP tent with premier seating close to … Featured entertainment includes Union Guns on Thursday, Grand Funk Railroad on Friday, and Rev Run on Saturday. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41161