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High school students can explore manufacturing and design careers through new WMU, GRPS partnership

Merze Tate College

… learning field trips to the AMP Lab @ WMU in spring 2022. Visits to the AMP Lab at WMU gave students an opportunity to … and cardboard to create a device that would protect an egg from a fall. Students developed innovative designs in … the integrated desi gn and manufacturing fields. Through this  partnership, GRPS students can  complete a WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69313

Anonymous donor reveals himself to students who want to be teachers

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… anonymous benefactor for five of the scholarships revealed his identity and met and congratulated the students … scholarships annually for five years for Kalamazoo Promise-eligible students who plan to become teachers. The grant … students awarded named scholarships through the program this year are all graduates of KPS high schools. They are: …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35533

New series kicks off with highly honored Michigan educator

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… to build the capacity for better STEM education. The event is free and open to the public and begins with refreshments … (269) 387-8700 or at  mywmu.com/edforum . Free parking is available in Lot 41 behind Sangren Hall. The Education … dialogue on topics, trends and research in K-12 education, is sponsored by Educational Community Credit Union , and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20070

Philanthropic opportunities uncorked with new WMU wine

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… Left to right: Dr. Derrick McIver, Joe Newman, Dr. Doug Lepisto, Megan Miller and Jason Olinger discuss the new Bronconess wine. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—How do you … brand that speaks to consumers and generates sales? That is the question that students in leadership and business …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55583

Leveling up experience-driven learning opportunities

W Magazine

… opportunities Submitted by Erin Flynn on Students in Dr. Lisa Baker's lab learn about neuroanatomy through the dissection process. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—It may be summer, but Dr. Lisa Baker 's lab is filled with the excitement of discovery …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75848

Enlightened aviation adventure creates path to success for alumnus

College of Aviation

… you want an out-of-the-box thinker, then Eric Epplett is your guy. He probably had a bit of that in him by the … that Marines are never stumped because they always "improvise." In all, Epplett spent about nine years at the WMU … earned a bachelor's degree in  aviation science and administration  in 2012 and, while employed by Western, added a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58542

Board signs off on name for new student residence halls

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… residence halls Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Artist rendering of Western Heights KALAMAZOO, Mich—Western … will be known as Western Heights , after the student-suggested name won unanimous approval from University trustees … Sept. 30 meeting. The two-building residence hall complex is currently under construction and slated for completion in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19403

WSA, GSA look to break down stigma, highlight resources with Mental Health Week

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… (GSA) as they partner for Mental Health Week . "This pandemic has taken so much away from communities," says Matt Carl , GSA director of outreach. "I think this Mental Health Week can really be the spark that ignites … and dancing with friends at Zumba to professional panel discussions, a number of events are planned for the week, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67584

Texas Tenors coming to Miller Auditorium

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… Texas Tenors, featuring John Hagen, Marcus Collins and JC Fisher, are coming to Western Michigan University's Miller … the globe. Tickets The Texas Tenors at Miller Auditorium is part of the Lake Michigan Mailers Spotlight Series and is welcomed by Meijer, Seat n Sleep and Pepsi. Tickets are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27454

Excellence in sound design earns WMU alumnus critical acclaim

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… University alumnus who crafted a career behind the curtain is in the spotlight now for his work in theatre. The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle … The Rochester, Michigan, native earned the recognition for his work on an adaptation of "A Christmas Carol," directed by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53121