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Cybersecurity student finds her fit at WMU

Cybersecurity

… student finds her fit at WMU Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Terry Bbuku Terry Bbuku is in her second year in … but that wasn’t her original college plan. “My plan was to transfer somewhere bigger and further away from home … one of my biggest strengths,” she says. “I love penetration testing and giving advice, so I am excited to continue in my …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2024/09/terry-bbuku-finds-wmu-cybersecurity

Travel agency with a twist wins WMU's business pitch contest

News

… Travel agency with a twist wins WMU's business pitch contest Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Desi Taylor, … , a senior from Portage majoring in Spanish, earned the top spot after making a pitch for her company Cluventure, a … competition serves as a test run for student entrepreneurs wanting to present their original business ideas to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46167

Freshwater studies graduate already making a splash in his field

News

… Freshwater studies graduate already making a splash in his field … Mich.—Since he was a kid, RJ Bolzman has been called to the water. Swimming, boating, exploring—it's always been … it." His work with the D.A.S.H. boat in Higgins Lake is a test case for the state in using this particular …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60101

The Lechota Legacy - Tom and Tim Take Off with Aviation

College of Aviation

… The Lechota Legacy - Tom and Tim Take Off with Aviation Submitted by Tom Thinnes … Hank provided one of his trademarked replies, saying he was simply carrying on the “family tradition.” WMU Alumni … came out with special gauges, my Dad would install them to test.” Combined with his Uncle Joe’s employment at Buick, …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2015/04/lechota

Zhang Career Center celebrates 10-year anniversary

Haworth College of Business

… has been immense and far-reaching. Program William Johnston , chairman, Greenleaf Hospitality Group and Catalyst … will include the presentation of the Zhang Career Center Awards, which will be presented by Geralyn Heystek , … that connects students with mentors In 2015, the facility was named the Zhang Career Center in honor of Charles and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52266

WMU alumna receives Uganda’s Medal of Honor

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… of Western Michigan University’s science education program, was recognized for her work to increase educational opportunities for children in the … the ceremony in Uganda on March 8, which coincidentally was also the day her hometown of Nebbi district hosted the …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/alumna-receives-medal-honor

Ancient Nepalese caves attract attention of WMU bioarchaeologist

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Geographic Society. The team includes archaeologists, historians, linguists, and other specialists participating in … Mongolian Dynasty. Through the Transylvania project, Eng was a contributor to the Global History of Health Project, a … received an elaborate treatment, including a mask made from gold leaf that might have been placed like a shroud. Lots of …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/nepalese-cave-research-spotlight

Concerts in the Park schedule announced

News

… and Facebook if the concert is moved indoors due to inclement weather. As a special treat to concertgoers, Pop City Popcorn will be selling popcorn and water in Bronson Park. Besides weekly concerts, recipients … Orchestra in Amsterdam, widely known as one of the greatest orchestras in the world. He was in the Karajan Akademie …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24852

Collaborative effort at WMU supports health and safety of firefighters

College of Education and Human Development

… Chris Hybels on Igor Lapa, a on-call firefighter for Cooper Township, has his hearing tested at Sindecuse Health Center as part of his annual … Between  May 14-17 , firefighters from the Mattawan, Oshtemo, Cooper and Texas Township fire departments …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75647

NSF grant aimed at advancing construction education with generative AI and BIM

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… education with generative AI and BIM Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Dr. Hexu Liu KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Imagine using generative AI and building information modeling (BIM) to bring your classroom construction project to life. … evaluation process involving expert feedback and student testing will assess the platform’s usability, effectiveness, …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/12/generative-ai-construction-engineering