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WMU student veteran honored with Operation Hat Trick scholarship

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… a nonprofit organization that generates awareness and support for the recovery of service members and veterans … service member on his bases.  Pliley says the kind of support Operation Hat Trick is providing is needed. "I know a … to an intelligence job, analyzing maps and coordinating between different cultures. Pliley will be recognized during …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62011

Fast-tracking dreams into reality: Urban Teacher Residency Program a ‘blessing’ for one of cohort’s first graduates

W Magazine

… education this past summer. The program—a partnership between the University, Kalamazoo Public Schools and Benton Harbor Area Schools—offers financial and academic support for district employees like paraprofessionals, bus … as they apply what they’re learning in the classroom. By design, the program mitigates some of the barriers that impede …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69855

Engineering student's research aims to drive in-motion wireless charging for electric vehicles

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… reduce the vehicle's range, and charging stations aren't always readily available.  Marsad is exploring various … transmission technologies, including magneto dynamic coupling and microwave power transfer, which appear most … funding to advance the project and consider more practical ways to integrate wireless power transfer into a grid system …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62188

Sunseeker builds on 30+ years of ‘raycing’ with the sun

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… car team. Sunseeker was formed over 30 years ago when a group of students set out to design, build and compete with a solar car. Their goal remains … arts and events, visit  WMU News  online. Contact: Elizabeth VandenHeede November 17, 2023 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73445

WMU Sky Broncos qualify for national competition

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… Sky Bronco Head Coach Ryan Seiler, this year's team is made up largely of new pilots, having lost to graduation numerous … the regional event included a Top-Scoring Male Contestant designation won by Joseph Batchelder of Grand Haven and second … in the Top Scoring Female Contestant ranking won by Elizabeth Bates of Plymouth, Mass. The Sky Broncos are coached by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2312

Chemical engineering grad ready to make a splash in sustainability efforts

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… as an environmental engineer for a paper mill in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. "I'm looking forward to being part of PFAS … , says she's ready to hit the ground running thanks to supportive instructors who took lessons beyond textbooks. … will cause no secondary harm and will make that soil even better because it will have more nutrients." In addition to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71513

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute appoints new director

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… which is a University-based, community volunteer program designed for learners age 50 and above. Dr. Toni … replaces the retiring Shirley Swanson who is wrapping up a five-year term as director. Swanson's leadership played … stints as the director for Upward Bound at WMU with time between the two spent as a research associate for Science …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52789

Unmasking the stigma surrounding face coverings

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… about COVID-19. "Things that are obvious now (weren't always). We now know the virus is transmitted by respiratory … stop the spread of COVID-19. “From one side, the balance is between things, like liberty or the economy and public … The immediate inconvenience masks can create—fogging up glasses and making breathing and speaking incrementally …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59906

Western researchers land $2.5M grant to accelerate energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles

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… energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles. U.S. Rep. Fred Upton calls the grant a "well-deserved boost for WMU's … They include technology that could be embedded in a roadway or other external source, sensors that could offload … mile of road, it equates to a very minimal investment and a significant improvement in safety and energy efficiency of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64919

Born to be a Bronco: finding pride in being a leader

Haworth College of Business

… advertising, to maybe dropping  everything and picking up HR because being a teaching assistant made me realize how … Jemkort has been offered the opportunity to present her group’s semester long pitch. Supported by the rest of her team, … Scholarship for her academic achievements. “One of my biggest highlights at WMU has been winning my scholarship. In …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69625