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Annual Bee to bring young geography whizzes to campus

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… Galápagos Islands to experience geography firsthand through up-close encounters with wildlife and the landscape of the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6134

Designing a tribute for Veterans Memorial Park

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Designing a tribute for Veterans Memorial Park Submitted by … of the Colon American Legion, the team’s work was supervised by Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Decker Hains , … chair of the Department of Management.  “My biggest takeaway from this project is what it looks like to make dreams …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71401

Embry-Riddle research leader, cybersecurity expert to become WMU's next research VP

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… "We look forward to Dr. Seker helping us to level-up our enterprise-wide research ambitions, providing our scholars with the support they need to advance the frontiers of knowledge and … ignites innovation, creates collaboration and community, supports students and fuels economic development." He joined …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67867

From heartbreak to hope

W Magazine

… A journey born from heartbreak and hope, Sprung grew up in a tumultuous time in Cambodia, when the Khmer Rouge … I would ever see my father. He made a sacrifice for the betterment of my life. Those last few words would stick with … launch a restaurant and catering business. “I find myself always working there when I go back, helping with ideas and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57397

Business Broncos take first place in ACG Cup competition

Haworth College of Business

… Business Broncos take first place in ACG Cup competition Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on ACG … successful presentations and finance operations. I walked away with a masterclass that I will be able to take into my … deliver essential, informative feedback. Participants leave better equipped to enter the professional workplace.” ACG's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67589

Free college-level courses offered to income-eligible residents

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… Humanities for Everybody program , a partnership between Western Michigan University and two local community … courses, and students receive free books, tuition and supplies. Rondel D. Yarbrough , who has served as the … we're seeing a number of them moving forward in practical ways," Yarbrough says. "One man, who was essentially …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2271

Communication professor's immersive exhibit in media and news literacy will debut at Kalamazoo Valley Museum

College of Arts and Sciences

… 2022 and run through 2023. Visit the museum's website for up-to-date COVID-19 policies regarding admission. Christian … or believe? The digital games and interactive kiosks are designed to teach the habit of asking questions of our media, … perceptions of others in powerful—and sometimes damaging—ways,” says Christian. Christian demonstrates a game at her …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67102

Business students clinch victories at sales competition

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… ideas off our professors and past competitors to come up with a winning plan," adds Pelak. "It felt great to win. … in the college with more than 125 members. The group regularly hosts top employers, giving students an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56440

Engineering students lead cutting-edge automation research at WMU

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… In fact, this is just one of several ongoing projects underway in Asher's lab, which puts students on the cutting edge … be able to have the experience I am now if I went to a bigger school. There's no way I'd be involved this closely … their accessibility research. Travis Waker advised them on better accommodating different types of wheelchairs in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/56105

Autonomous vehicle research rolling onto WMU campus

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… the wheel base, added wheelchair restraints and redesigned the interior of the vehicles. From there, in … Reece says, researchers will be working on mapping and setup. The technology does not involve a driver, pedals or a … on campus during this pilot phase, keep a safe distance away. The vehicles will not exceed 4 mph, and the technology …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55431