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Football Broncos tackle tree clearing for Habitat for Humanity
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… a large branch off of a tree. After an early morning wake-up call for conditioning, members of the football team's … their motto: "Our Town. Our Team." "We have so much support from people within the community that come to games, donate and support us," says Tranquill, of Huntertown, Indiana, who …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54389
Volunteer experience feeds student's passion to help others
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… taking time to care about and understand one another's struggles and problems helps us connect." Moments like that are … ethics and sustainability isn't a normal course. The upper level undergraduate class—a requirement for graduates … "It's a lot more than just delivering food. We check up on homebound seniors and make sure they're doing okay, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53331
Take a stroll around Western's campuses to see what's new
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… center and dining facility is finished! The gold fins are designed like Michigan tree foliage to help shade the building … almost time for demo day! Construction fencing is going up around Dunbar Hall to reimagine learning for students . … Lee Honors College near Rood Hall? Get excited, an even bigger dino is on the way! Check out the new Aviation …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65100
WMU alumni entrepreneurs reveal how they built their businesses
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… enterprise "The world of an entrepreneur and startup business is full of pivots," says Adam McFarlin , a 2008 … a business is a critical feature of our economy, and startup activity is a standard gauge of economic vibrancy. "Young … As with many entrepreneurs, Brandon Zavala's first and biggest pivot was leaving a steady job to pursue his startup. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/47050
Nutrition and dietetics students share healthy eating habits with community youth
College of Education and Human Development
… and dietetics master's program. HCPP students fill empty cups with sugar to guess how much is in an unhealthy drink. … trivia game. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Through the Michigan GEAR UP summer camp, high school students participating in the … populations by mentoring high school students from those groups. Supported by a partnership between the WMU College of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71963
Technical skills and personal growth propel student's experience
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… to the students,” explains Roberts. “Through policy change, uplifting student voices, and providing feedback, WSA has … Affairs and Division of Student Affairs, things are looking up for this initiative,” says Roberts. “The goal is to have … I can be a part of those programs,” says Roberts. “Each design and program are going to come with its own challenges, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75386
Two to receive WMU's Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award
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… It pays tribute to individuals whose work constitutes a significant body of achievement that is widely recognized … building an impressive body of her own scholarly work, and supporting the careers of countless others. In addition, many … "I want to emphasize that Rozanne Elder can be looked upon as the keystone holding together monastic and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19495
Michigan Geological Survey receives $14 million in funding
College of Arts and Sciences
… are excited and grateful that this funding will once again support the survey to conduct resource assessments and … 167 of 2011, the scientific functions of the survey were assigned to Western, which was already home to the Michigan … of the MGS and director of MGRRE. “This really is a significant turning point that can lead to impactful …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73664
Autonomous electric vehicle donation will bolster research opportunities at Western
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… be at the forefront of emerging technologies and set them up for success in the sustainable energy field. "It will …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/68426
Insomnia prevention device takes first place at annual Pitch Competition
Haworth College of Business
… is sponsored by Great Lakes Architectural Products Group, The Vernon Group and Robert and Risé Landeros. The winners The companies … and provides many other benefits when drying clothes. The design is quiet, low-energy, speeds up the drying process and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39431