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Understanding electric propulsion: Aerospace researcher shares expert knowledge with NASA

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… those working in STEM have all the fun. “We get to ask, how does the world work? And we go figure it out.”  For Dr. Kristina Lemmer , associate … and modeling for electric propulsion under Lemmer’s expert supervision. Electric Propulsion : Electric propulsion is a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70801

Exercise science grad represents WMU on international rugby stage

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… Rugby Centennial .  The France-USA Rugby Centennial wrapped up in Paris as the city prepared to host hte Olympics. "To be able to play in those high-level games and go to France to experience it all, that's a pretty cool thing," Delgado says. "It's a perfect example of why someone should come to Western and play club sports. You …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/excercise-science-grad-international-rugby-star

Empowered by freedom after years in refugee camps, Medallion Scholar ready to change the world

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… who arrived in the United States just two years ago. "It's an opportunity that I never dreamed of," he says. … violence," he says. "There are more than 25 terrorist groups that are active in Afghanistan. There are no jobs, no … kept me alive over there. It made me really happy. That's why I chose to study political science at Western—to be an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64194

WMU launches new effort to advance climate commitment

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… us we need to reevaluate what we're doing and what that goal is." The University is kicking off its efforts by … the year 2030. Taking such an aggressive approach, however, does not come without costs. That's why the committee will include stakeholders from across …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55956

AT&T donation helps Upward Bound students pursue a college education

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… AT&T donation helps Upward Bound students pursue a college education Submitted by … average. "To be successful in today’s world, people need to go on and complete some sort of postsecondary education, and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48178

WMU researchers hope to revolutionize papermaking with $2.5M grant

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… reduce carbon output when treating wood chips before they go through a conventional chemical pulping process.   “Not only does this method use fewer chemicals and lower temperatures, … sustainability that aligns well with the DOE’s mission to support transformative scientific solutions for pressing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73114

The American Dream: Matt Taylor Ascends Through the Airline Operations World

College of Aviation

… what was then American Eagle Airlines, and indicative of why it is so valuable to get involved in your profession … at the bottom of the "duties" ladder, kind of like the "go-for" when it comes to the nitty gritty of passenger … to "lead station agent," meaning he was something of the supervisor of the nitty-gritty essentials -- managing, …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/11/taylor

Alum working to broaden opportunities for young Dominicans

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… their dreams. Since 2008, WMU has been one of a select group of American universities enrolling students through the … and represent his home province of Espaillat in the federal government. In May 2015 at age 25—the minimum age a … to do something that really impacts our generation. That's why I'm here. I want to do something, especially for my …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36111

The spirit of adventure

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU alumnus Jon Good, founder of Green Door Distilling Co. KALAMAZOO, … companies? Adventure. The definition of adventure is up to you—and that's the beauty of it. Each adventure is … location. Once you arrive at these locations, you'll see why we chose them; they're the perfect spot to enjoy a craft …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/48055

A tail of hope: WMU Therapy Dog Clinic receives $45,000 grant

College of Health and Human Services

… clinic’s mission. The newly awarded grant will directly support her work in providing support services to individuals … delivered, free of charge, to Kalamazoo County youth undergoing developmental trauma assessments, outpatient mental …   As the Therapy Dog Clinic continues to grow, so does its impact. With each wagging tail and gentle nudge, …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/05/therapy-dog-grant-2025