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Far out! Researchers at Western testing technology to propel NASA deeper into space

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… technology to propel NASA deeper into space Submitted by Erin Flynn on Margaret Mooney, left, and Dr. Kristina … shuttles blasting off from Cape Canaveral accelerate toward the sky with explosive chemical reactions, electric … and vocal performance. Taking music classes alongside her scientific studies, she found, helped her excel in the lab. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63430

Michigan State Geographic Bee to return to WMU's Fetzer Center

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… Geographic Bee to return to WMU's Fetzer Center Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The Michigan State Geographic … their knowledge of the world while vying for a trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the National Geographic Bee … Geographic Society is one of the world's largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. With a mission to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/39017

Forces of trauma and resiliency next up in WMU Ethics Center talk

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… and resiliency next up in WMU Ethics Center talk Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on "The Life of Pi." KALAMAZOO, … impact of secondary trauma, grief and building resiliency. Scientific research on the impact of trauma on the brain is … both change the physiology of the brain and create new pathways that can significantly alter perception, belief and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19091

Future leaders in research start at WMU

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… Future leaders in research start at WMU Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Read more stories about faculty-led, … while neophyte student lab assistants are consigned to washing beakers, uninvolved in the discovery process. But … under microscopes to answer any number of consequential scientific questions. Faculty take students into these …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49166

WMU exceeds national average in attracting international students

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… average in attracting international students Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU has over 1,600 … 2013 Brazil International Academic Partnership Program. WMU was one of only 14 United States higher education … enroll in a U.S. university through the Brazil Scientific Mobility Program, which provides scholarships for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11325

WMU is again home to Michigan Geographic Bee

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… WMU is again home to Michigan Geographic Bee Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The final round of the bee, … their knowledge of the world while vying for a trip to Washington, D.C. to compete in the National Geographic Bee … Geographic Society is one of the world's largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. With a mission to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14886

Engineering student's research aims to drive in-motion wireless charging for electric vehicles

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… in-motion wireless charging for electric vehicles Submitted by Erin Flynn on Md Marsad Zoardar works in a lab in Floyd … "Due to overdependence on fossil fuel, and as it is not renewable, the world is going to face a shortage really soon," … out-of-the-box thinking that could drive the future of scientific discoveries. "I was so excited when I saw that I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62188

Western’s Distinguished Teaching Award recipient engages learning inside and outside of the classroom

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… Western’s Distinguished Teaching Award recipient engages learning inside and outside of the classroom Submitted by Deanne Puca on Dr. David Rudge KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An … structured,” Dai writes. “His ability to convey complex scientific concepts in an accessible and engaging manner was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72645

Department of Special Education and Literacy Studies honored with community award by Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kalamazoo

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… Education and Literacy Studies honored with community award by Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kalamazoo Submitted by Chris … Department of Special Education and Literacy Studies was presented with the Outstanding Community Partner Award …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/02/special-education-literacy-children-reading-tutoring-bgc-kalamazoo-award

Theoretical nuclear physicist to receive Emerging Scholar Award

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… Theoretical nuclear physicist to receive Emerging Scholar Award Submitted by Erin Flynn on Litvinova KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A leading figure … Elena as one of the main speakers."  Her stature in the scientific community was further illustrated recently when …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55331