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3D maps could help people with visual impairments navigate their world

W Magazine

… 3D maps could help people with visual impairments navigate their world Submitted by Erin Flynn on Leah Barton, a … The white plastic model may not look like much. There are no bells and whistles; no colors or labels. But this … there and use it creatively,” Abbott says. “That’s part of what students who work with me learn. They determine what

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57071

Dell financial executive to present business college talk

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… KALAMAZOO—A financial expert for Dell will be featured in the next Western Michigan University Distinguished Speaker … of finance, will present "Business Models and Leadership: What WMU Did and Did Not Teach Me" at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, … responsibility for the education, government and health care units. He also held several other positions in the

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9971

WMU expert tells PBS audience University has resources to help vulnerable students transition to college

College of Education and Human Development

… to college Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The transition from high school to college can be difficult … it can be even more challenging as they navigate their care to be successful emotionally and academically, says … longer overseen by IDEIA, they are then covered by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71595

WMU wins 2013 diversity award from national publication

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… in Diversity—HEED—award from INSIGHT Into Diversity, the nation's oldest and largest publication that focuses on … diversity and inclusion." WMU will be featured along with 55 other recipients in the magazine's November 2013 issue. … only three public universities were honored. The other two are Michigan Technological University and Saginaw Valley …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10337

Alumni classnotes, fall 2023

W Magazine

… submitted during fall 2023. Betty Lee Ongley , BS '47, MA '58, HHC '84, first female mayor of the city or Portage, Michigan, and an activist and community … with General Motors. He held several positions during his career with GM, most recently being the pilot for an agile …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73618

University Theatre presents musical comedy 'Lucky Stiff'

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… University Theatre presents musical comedy 'Lucky Stiff' Submitted by … and "Once on This Island," Jan. 26 through Feb. 11 in York Arena Theatre at the Gilmore Theatre Complex on Main Campus. … World Los Angeles says of "Lucky Stiff": "Everyone gets what they deserve in this to-die-for madcap musical comedy. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44736

Dr. Richard R. Williams obituary

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… associate professor of health and human services. He joined the WMU faculty in 1970 and left the University in 1984 to … of self-regulation studies. Seven years later, he founded what was then WMU's Specialty Program in Holistic Health. … in a variety of professional activities during his career. They included serving as the founding president of

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14819

Propellors, Powerplants, and Passion: Mason Mihelich’s Pursues a Career in Aviation Maintenance

College of Aviation

… Powerplants, and Passion: Mason Mihelich’s Pursues a Career in Aviation Maintenance Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Taking a trip up into the clouds as a senior in high school was more than just a … the high caliber of Western's aviation program, but what makes the college even more satisfying and attractive …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/04/mihelich-0

WMU public safety set to switch to countywide consolidated dispatch

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… safety answering points across Kalamazoo County, bringing the Western Michigan University Department of Public Safety … conveyed to WMU public safety officers; Calls to (269) 387-5555the campus' traditional public safety contact … the cooperating police departments using the new center are the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety, Kalamazoo …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/10/49803

Internationally renowned trio to give campus performance

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Zodiac Trio KALAMAZOO—The Zodiac Trio, a young ensemble enjoying an international … hosted by Dr. Dan Jacobson, WMU professor of music. Tickets are $12 general admission, $10 for seniors and $5 for students, and are available from Miller Auditorium at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4441