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Family and consumer sciences students welcomed back with renovated labs

College of Education and Human Development

… back with renovated labs Submitted by Chris Hybels on Kitchen supplies are now easily accessible in the renovated … knives, pans and utensils. Fashion merchandising and design's new computer lab. The walls will be decorated with student work throughout the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73254

Hoveida Family Foundation gift advances WMU power systems and grid resilience research

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… to grow worldwide, the need for a skilled workforce and forward-thinking researchers focused on next-generation grid … The gift will fund new laboratory facilities dedicated to power electronics, complementing Western’s … working with cutting-edge power electronics systems designed to enhance power quality and grid reliability. The …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/10/hoveida-family-foundation-gift-power-systems

Engineering grad accelerates industry impact through projects, internships

News

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Sometimes dreams build themselves. "I've always loved building things, always playing with Lego as a … created a concept called Lux Scrub , an attachment for a kitchen faucet comprising a soap reservoir, retractable hose … years to confirm viability. "It was really nice to see the design process, because a lot of my friends at other schools …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75410

Collaborative robots offer unique hands-on experiences for students

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… unique hands-on experiences for students Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Torrey Cookman (left) shows another student how to … and work side by side with humans in many industrial settings. One of the fastest growing segments of the … good learning experience.” The experience-driven project is designed to practice programming skills and deepen students’ …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/03/engineering-programming-collaborative-robots

Turbulence in technology: cybersecurity student is learning alongside a growing field

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Cybersecurity student Ben Karn grew up watching his dad, Jerry Karn , B.S.'97, a Western Michigan … learning industry-standard techniques to protect modern infrastructure.”   Cybersecurity has delivered a … team, where his work is tailored towards creating and designing solutions to meet business needs.    His …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/03/ben-karn-cybersecurity

College of Education and Human Development honors philanthropist and fashion entrepreneur as Outstanding Alumna

College of Education and Human Development

… Fredston (B.S. ‘05, textile and apparel studies), is a modern day multi-hyphenate, forging an inspiring and … Gores Fredston began her career in New York where she was a field merchandiser overseeing visuals for 14 east … ARCADE, a multi-line concept store featuring high-end designers that was located on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2023/01/rochelle-gores-fredston-wmu-outstanding-alumna-philanthropy-fashion

WMU fashion program recognized as one of the top in the nation

College of Education and Human Development

… by Chris Hybels on A student uses a sewing machine in the design lab located in Kohrman Hall. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … Michigan University's bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising and design (FMD) became one of six programs in the … elements.  “This work is ongoing, but the accreditation was a massive undertaking that required long-term …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71303

Budding with Broncos – FreeFlight Systems Flourishes with WMU Aviation and Business Grads

College of Aviation

… home of the WMU Alumni Club of Texas.  It just seems that way.  The innovative aviation enterprise, which is still not … types of aircraft, FreeFlight services and products are designed for safety, flight efficiency, affordability, and … me in decision-making, process improvements and goal-setting, all of which smoothed my way into the world of …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/03/freeflight

An awesome accomplishment: WMU student wins national scholarship for women in supply chain

Haworth College of Business

… University supply chain management student Alex Little was seeking out inspirational women leaders in her field, she didn’t have to go far. Her mother worked in supply chain at … members is challenging, and I’ve had to develop a new skill set,” she says. Little’s responsibilities include …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/09/alex-little-awesome-scholarship-2026

New Sangren designed for instructional change and sustainability

News

… New Sangren designed for instructional change and sustainability … built with the goal of achieving LEED gold certification, was designed by SHW Group of Berkley, Mich. and constructed … Co. A formal celebration, "Excellence Renewed," was set for Sept. 28. It also recognized the creation of an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1840