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Record number of undergraduate patent applications filed at WMU
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… Experience-Driven Learning to the next level at Western, going beyond the classroom and giving students opportunities … a patent, it was so worth it," Meyer says. "I'll be using what I've learned here for the rest of my life.” Having a … entrepreneurs and startup venture builders at the same time." For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/record-number-undergraduate-patents-filed-wmu-richmond-institute
Impactful experiences empower theatre grad to script ambitious future
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… and a spot in their acting program. He considered going somewhere closer to home but made a last-minute … always going to support me no matter where I go, no matter what room I walk into," he says. "And I'll always have a … program is nationally recognized for a reason. From the time they step on campus, students have the opportunity to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75482
Western's Cold Case Program helps police net arrest in decades-old murder
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… all important—but this one, I had a lot of personal time spent on it. And then through the years talking to the … Cold Case Program gives students an opportunity to put what they're learning in the classroom into practice. There … students who can handle important administrative tasks that go into the organization of files is a "force multiplier" …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67430
Building a business fueled by hometown pride
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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Life doesn't always go exactly according to plan. Such was the … hosted friends from California. Their guests enjoyed their time on Lake Michigan so much that they wanted souvenirs featuring what they called "the Indiana coast." That is when the idea …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47600
Physical therapy instructor creates scholarship to give marching band students a boost
College of Health and Human Services
… have carried over to almost every experience that followed. Time management, discipline, teamwork and organization are … their time and prioritize their lives," says Harris. "This does translate to every aspect of their future lives. Also, … I realized how lucky I was to be able to continue what I loved in college," adds Brad Kelley , an aviation …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60421
First-generation sociology student prepares for career in immigration law
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… knows the challenges many migrant families face. It's what's driven her to pursue a career in immigration law. "I … from the fields a little bit, and I really enjoyed spending time with the kids." On campus Capula got involved with the … they do the same thing and it just keeps going and doesn't stop with me." For more WMU news, arts and events , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70113
From mechanic to dietician, Air Force veteran focused on helping patients maintain healthy lifestyles
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… on Saturday, Dec. 14 . Just two days later, the two-time Bronco alumnus will report for duty as an outpatient … I didn't really try too hard, and I wasn't really sure what I wanted to do after," he says. Lacking career … knew I would get my needs met and the benefits were pretty good," the Fremont, Indiana, native says. "Plus, I wanted to …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/nutrition-dietetics-fall-2024-graduate-derek-fischer-air-force-veteran-employed
The birth of a new career: Externship leads to labor and delivery job for nursing grad
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… Methodist Hospital. "I don't think I could have seen myself going anywhere else. Realistically, this was the perfect fit for me; it's exactly what I needed." Hine has been enamored with Western since … were notified … and if I needed anything, like extended time on a test, they gave it to me. Or if I had to miss an …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71474
Student Spotlight: Jose Ortiz-Martinez – From Soccer Fields to Cybersecurity
Information Technology
… With her guidance and a job opportunity already lined up, Jose made the leap to Western, where he found a … though he’s considering summer classes to accelerate his timeline. His goals are refreshingly grounded: build a stable career, form …
https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/06/jose-ortiz-martinez-it-student-highlight
New SEO class pays off in job opportunities for marketing students
Haworth College of Business
… a product, service or anything else online, where do you go and what results appear first in that search? Western Michigan … was enrolled in the class and recently began a full-time role as an SEO strategist for Oak Hill Marketing. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68635