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Students apply real-world skills in capstone projects presented at Senior Engineering Design Conference

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Students apply real-world skills in capstone projects presented at Senior Engineering Design … Applied Sciences are preparing for one of their biggest accomplishments yet: they are getting ready to graduate. As a … into two-way streets. This conversion creates challenges where the two streets meet, such as confusing lane …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/11/fall-2025-senior-engineering-design

WMU graduates succeed

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… degree in music education.  Some interviews, a mentor counseled, would just be practice.  But Fields made … fair looking for a music teacher.  “They invited me to come for a second interview, and that’s when I kind of … to the arts,” she says. “I feel that this is exactly where I’m supposed to be.”  Degreed to succeed Fields is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46643

From outlawed to sustainable: Fashion student's outfit from hemp to be featured in touring exhibit

College of Education and Human Development

… From outlawed to sustainable: Fashion student's outfit from hemp to be … Mich.—The use of hemp in America's fashion industry has a complex past. While commonly grown and used for centuries, … the fabric's history. "I was really inspired by the 1970s where hemp fabric was completely outlawed," explains Covell. …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/09/fashion-design-student-hemp-exhibit-winner

WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright … partnerships between U.S. institutions and international communities. Jasperse and McMorrow are among some 400 U.S. … returned this month from a three week trip to Johannesburg where he partnered with the University of the Witwatersrand, …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/06/fulbright-specialist-summer-2025

Engineering management technology alum finds passion in career

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… alumnus Cory Scholler’s excitement for his role at automotive parts manufacturer is palpable.    A senior … automotive air conditioning and engine cooling components and systems, Scholler, B.S.’22, is passionate … being technically competent is important no matter where you work, you also will have to learn nuances of how …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/03/cory-scholler-engineering-management

Triple major undergraduate takes on the world

College of Arts and Sciences

… spending the summer in Gainesville, Florida, before heading to Dakar, Senegal, in the fall. As a distinguished Boren … an experience that serves as a gateway to her upcoming sojourn to Dakar, Senegal, in the fall. There, she … during her time at Western. The first took her to Spain, where she delved into the nuances of the Spanish language …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72069

WMU’s student-run WIDR-FM receives national, international recognition

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… Mich.—The nation’s best college radio station is preparing to defend its title.    Western Michigan University’s 89.1 … for student media. “I’m incredibly proud of their accomplishments.”   The reigning IBS Abraham & Borst Award … take home the top prize in the following categories, where they’ve been nominated as finalists:   Best …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/12/widr-fm-best-student-run-radio-station-awards-2025-26

Dr. Shannon McMorrow receives Fulbright Specialist award for global health collaboration

College of Health and Human Services

… Programs, has received a Fulbright Specialist Program award to support a public and global health initiative at Naresuan … health through collaboration that benefits institutions and communities in both the U.S. and abroad. This includes … with community partners and local leaders in Phitsanoluk, where the university is located. "Fulbright is an invaluable …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/05/mcmorrow-receives-fulbright-specialist-award

Marketing, mobility and memories: Marco Azzopardi is making the most of his time at WMU

Haworth College of Business

… internship as an inside sales representative with Freedom Motors USA, a company that manufactures and retails wheelchair-accessible … holds the position of vehicle acquisition specialist intern where he manages the acquisition process for new and used …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74561

WMU board to consider proposed 2025-26 tuition, room and board rates Thursday

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… WMU board to consider proposed 2025-26 tuition, room and board rates … the board’s full agenda and the meeting livestream link online.  Individuals who wish to address the board during public comment sections of the meeting must email Dr. Kahler …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/wmu-board-consider-proposed-2025-26-tuition-room-board-rates