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Better buildings through innovation and problem-solving
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Better buildings through innovation and problem-solving … Schneider is vice president of the WMU chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers and captain of the WMU Concrete Canoe team. Each year the WMU concrete canoe team builds …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73180
Trustees opt to continue current operating budget for 90 days
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… of that budget are known. The 2016-17 budget was slated to be replaced with a 2017-18 budget on July 1 —the start of WMU's fiscal year. But two significant budget elements on the expense side—pay increases and … due to ongoing contract negotiations. Since compensation can account for as much as 80 percent of the University's …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40856
WMU secures federal grant to battle opioid epidemic
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… work and occupational therapy students and to expand the number of professionals available to serve rural and medically … experience and knowledge of evidence-based practices that can make a difference in the communities struggling with opioid use and substance use disorders …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54593
Education students mingle with reptiles during visit from alligator sanctuary
College of Education and Human Development
… during visit from alligator sanctuary Submitted by Chris Hybels on Education students were surprised by a visit from … hands-on learning in elementary classrooms. Autumn, an African sulcata tortoise, is 30 years old and could live up … alligator, could grow up to 20 feet long. Autumn, an African sulcata tortoise, is 30 years old and could live up to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75512
West Michigan investment fund secures $21 million for local business community
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… $30 million in revenue and transition a new owner-operator into leadership of the company. Managed by Drs. Derrick … and acquire a company. A new cohort of the Acquire program begins this fall. "Whether it's sellers, investors, alumni, … in our vision and ability to execute." With several candidates who have now applied for funding, Sleeping Giant …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64313
From music to cybersecurity, Nick Ford is making an impact
Cybersecurity
… From music to cybersecurity, Nick Ford is making an impact Submitted by … “We worked on microcontroller boards and delved deep into the components of a computer and how they work. What … Department of Defense Cyber Sentinel Challenge and ISC2 Candidates credentials. Even as he works so hard toward …
https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2024/09/cybersecurity-nick-ford-making-impact
WMU student aims to clean up the fashion industry
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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The fashion industry has, historically, been dependent upon trends—anticipating and delivering … reduce the impact the fashion industry has on the planet by being a leader in the sustainable fashion movement. He … really great environment to dream and to grow these dreams into a reality," he says. "Without this support system, I …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47992
Football Broncos move up to No. 17 in AP Poll
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… 45-31 Oct. 22 to improve to 8-0 and 4-0 in the Mid-American Conference. The eight-game winning streak matches the … Nov. 1. A win will move the Broncos to 9-0 and surpass the best start in program history. Other remaining games on the … first ever national ranking | Oct. 6, 2016 Broncos head into fall with updated look and revamped athletics website | …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/36052
Francophone Film Fest to feature seven films, two filmmakers
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… , in the Little Theatre, where Yves Sioui Durand of Quebec will present his film, "Mesnak," and Kollo Daniel Sanou … and "Laurence Anyways." "Our goal is to offer something you can learn from about Francophone culture or social aspects … in Quebec, and his work has been widely performed in Canada, Mexico and Europe. "Mesnak," the first …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5568
New online Western programs allow flexibility for working adults
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… designed to help meet the needs of working adults. Beginning in the fall 2021 semester, the College of Arts and … to choose from—criminal justice or justice studies—students can explore a breadth of criminal justice studies. Students … The first strategic communication concentration that will be offered fully online is public relations. General …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63768