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Product design student a featured artist at Chicago Museum of Science and Industry

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… Collins' necklace, "Pendant of Nada" CHICAGO—Art has always been part of Kendall Collins' life. "I've been drawing … The Western Michigan University student has come a long way from sketching on notebook paper, finding his artwork …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64077

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences recognizes its 2024 Presidential Scholars

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Scholars, the highest academic honor that Western can bestow on its undergraduates. Selection is based on a student's … Engineering  Ally Block says her favorite memory from WMU was serving as president for the registered student … not just a recognition of my academic achievements but a testament to the supportive and stimulating environment at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75275

WMU, Honeywell showcase campuswide energy initiatives

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… and Western Michigan University joined forces Oct. 23 to celebrate national Campus Sustainability Day by … steering committee. "Our commitment to sustainability has always revolved around what we can accomplish technically as … education facility to achieve a LEED for Existing Buildings Gold rating. Ten additional buildings are in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10592

Safeguarding astronauts with a personal twist

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… astronauts with a personal twist Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Safeguarding astronauts as they spend time in space is a top priority for NASA and researching the best methods of … faculty advisor Dr. Massood Atashbar to define, develop and test a viable printed electronic estrogen sensor. They also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68848

Eaton sponsoring, mentoring WMU engineering students

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… Eaton sponsoring, mentoring WMU engineering students Submitted … for the American Solar Challenge, which is run on highways across the U.S. As one of only a handful of engineering … Baja team takes part in competitions sponsored by SAE that test engineering and design capabilities as students build …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6619

Propelling His Sights Forward: Brendan Slusser Benefits from the WMU Aviation Program

College of Aviation

… Propelling His Sights Forward: Brendan Slusser Benefits from the WMU Aviation Program Submitted by Tom Thinnes on As a euchre aficionado, Brendan Slusser knows … he helped established a club that designed, crafted and tested remote-controlled airplanes -- often, he says, "with …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/05/slusser

Who’s the Bos – in the world of Aviation it will soon be Joseph!

College of Aviation

… the world of Aviation it will soon be Joseph! Submitted by Tom Thinnes on "What you know" enhances any resume and "Who … Once back on the college's Battle Creek campus, Bos was on the dispatch team where he learned the nitty-gritty … for a variety of reasons, and using airport equipment to test whether runways have built up unsafe levels of rubber …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/11/bos

Princeton Review names WMU a best business school

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… Princeton Review names WMU a best business school Submitted by … and relevant program that benefits students in multiple ways as business professionals and leaders." Best schools … Review The Princeton Review is a leading tutoring, test prep and college admission services company. Every …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43809

WMU United Way launches 2019 campaign with a $200,000 goal, children's book drive

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… WMU United Way launches 2019 campaign with a $200,000 goal, children's … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's 2019 United Way Campaign is underway, with faculty and staff expected to receive their pledge cards by the beginning of October. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54984

BIORETS program gives local science teachers authentic research experience

College of Arts and Sciences

… modules. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The National Science Foundation awarded Western Michigan University a $525,569 grant to help create a research experience program for middle and … Amanda Solloway sows tiny Arabidopsis seeds on a plate to test the effect of environmental contaminant PFAS on plants. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69141