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Molecular biology lab uses classroom for real-world research
College of Arts and Sciences
… happens in Dr. Todd Barkman 's molecular biology lab. “I wanted to bring together the techniques of doing science (in … to classroom The molecular biology lab course didn’t always provide students with an authentic research experience. It wasn’t until 2012, after being approved for a National Science Foundation …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/68776
WMU professors developing prototype to give doctors extra level of protection against COVID-19
News
… while performing an intubation. Dr. Lai Hsien-yung , a Taiwanese doctor, invented the device to help medical workers … Kuder and Wilson designed. The WMU team started working after Kuder connected with a sculptor friend in Arkansas … escalating so quickly. "I have four children, and I was suddenly teaching from home, so I didn't have a lot of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58767
Social work student finds passion, home at WMU
News
… more about the results here . KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Life has a way of coming full circle. For Johnny Anderson III , it … connect them to health care, housing and other essential services in the community. The old adage says home is … opportunities—something that helped him get a job directly after graduation in spring 2019. "It really prepared him …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57553
Counseling Services helping students cope with pandemic-related anxiety, stress
News
… Counseling Services helping students cope with pandemic-related … Counseling Services Director Brian Fuller, Ph.D., LLP He wants to reassure WMU students that Counseling Services is … ER, 601 John St., Kalamazoo, I 49007; (269) 341-6386 After-hours hotlines: Gryphon Place: 221 or (269) 381-4357 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58671
Student aviation careers ready for takeoff with launch of Aviate partnership
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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Since he was five years old, Josh Carpenter's head has been in the … His first ride on an airplane had him hooked. "We were always interested in things with motors and things that went … license, they'll fly for a United Express Aviate partner. After successfully completing at least 2,000 flight hours …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58142
WMU entrepreneur wins Brian Patrick Thomas Award
Haworth College of Business
… WMU entrepreneur wins Brian Patrick Thomas Award Submitted by Stacey Lowis on Delgado KALAMAZOO, … third annual Brian Patrick Thomas Entrepreneurial Spirit Award. Amber Delgado , an industrial and entrepreneurial … students must demonstrate a promising idea for a product or service, which can be launched within a short period of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39643
Former students honor legacy of world-renowned WMU religion and society professor
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… professor Submitted by Erin Flynn on Book shelves line the walls in Siebert's home office. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A weekend … in the critical theory of religion, retired in August. He was a professor of religion and society in the Department of … a prisoner of war and brought to America, Siebert was freed after it was determined he was not a Nazi sympathizer. The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56636
Secretary of State Mobile Office to visit campus for voter registration
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… University this month to offer voter registration and other services to students, staff and area residents. The stop is … Flagpoles. "With many students attending college in cities away from home, they may have questions about residency and … their communities," says Dunn. "One of the most important ways they can have an impact is to take part in the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/35167
Revised strategic plan being implemented through 2020
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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Now that the new academic year is underway, faculty and staff members across the Western Michigan … Excellence —Promote innovative learning, discovery and service. Discovery and Collaboration —Progress as a … social sustainability and accessibility. Sustainable Stewardship —Advance economic and environmental sustainability …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34750
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences recognizes its 2023 Presidential Scholars
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… its 2023 Presidential Scholars Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's … North America in Novi, Michigan, a position he accepted after graduation in December 2022. At WMU, he earned a … my first on campus job in the international admissions and services office. Later, I got multiple other on-campus …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71264