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WMU president unveils goal to achieve one of Michigan's top graduation rates
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… top graduation rates Submitted by Deanne Puca on During his 2023-24 State of the University address, President Montgomery outlines Western's vision to achieve one of Michigan's highest graduation rates, … retention and close the equity gap in graduation rates for historically underrepresented students. KALAMAZOO, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73200
WMU researchers hope to revolutionize papermaking with $2.5M grant
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Dr. Mert Atilhan works in his lab in Floyd Hall, home to Western Michigan University's … College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Atilhan is a leading researcher on a $2.5 million grant awarded to … by the U.S. Department of Energy. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In a promising breakthrough, a research team from Western Michigan …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73114
Mentors and memberships: Becoming an engineer and a leader
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… there, she has pushed herself to explore new things and listen to advice from mentors. “Growing up, I always had a … Jason Tedrow, B.S.E.’97, president of InProduction, and his career . And as someone who has had relatable … Millett with a sounding board and advice when faced with decisions related to education or professional career …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/01/news20240174502
Andy Grammer to perform campus concert
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… Wednesday, Oct. 24 , in the Bernhard Center Ballroom. Chris Wallace will open the show. The concert is presented by the Campus Activities Board. Admission is $1 with a valid student Bronco Card, and $2 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2273
College recruiter recognized with semi-annual award
College of Education and Human Development
… recruiter recognized with semi-annual award Submitted by Chris Hybels on Tayler Mercil KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Tayler Mercil , manager of recruitment and outreach, is the fall recipient of Western Michigan University’s … contributions in support of faculty, staff, students, administrators and all those served by CEHD. Nominations are …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73862
Two honored with Distinguished Service Award
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… Two honored with Distinguished Service Award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … the First-Year Experience Curriculum Committee, WMU Upward Bound and the International Festival Committee. A WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1600
Trustees OK 2013-14 tuition rates, student-initiated fees
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… price," President John M. Dunn says. "Everything we do is focused on preserving both that academic quality and the level of accessibility our students deserve. This is one of only five Carnegie-designated research … said, "we are able to offer a true measure of where the biggest 'bang for the buck' is to be found in higher …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7608
WMU launches online cybersecurity undergraduate degree
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… graduates and organizations in multiple ways. Enrollment is now open for the four-year degree program designed to … the increasing workforce demand for digital security specialists in areas ranging from government defense to supply … have increased. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics , information security analyst jobs are expected to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59452
Life-saving innovation crafted by WMU engineering alum
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… merged amid stay-at-home orders during the pandemic, time is in short supply. Still, Bornhorst, manufacturing … medical workers," Bornhorst says. "It's turning out to be bigger than I expected." He credits the basic skills he honed … about the situation," says Bornhorst. "It's important to do whatever you can to help." For more WMU news, arts and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59275
New student center's amenities coming online during 'soft opening' phase
WMU Student Center
… the grand opening in late August. “The Student Center team is very excited about our July 31 soft opening,” says Paul … the semester begins allows us to gauge how the building is working. It’s like 'pre-season,' and we’ll tweak and adjust” operations as needed. Fireside is one of the venues in the state-of-the-art dining facility …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72219