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Immersive course lets Western students explore Indigenous approaches to environmental justice
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… Moulds) FULTON, Mich.—Carefully navigating the waters of the Pine Creek on kayaks and canoes, visitors from Western Michigan University observed beds of wild rice nearing maturity. The sacred plants are part of … a perspective shift in the way that Western society and science is looking at solutions to climate change. Because, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72530
Education and human development honors alumni at 26th annual award ceremony
College of Education and Human Development
… Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The College of Education and Human Development at Western Michigan … “Our alumni are a testament to the success and impact of WMU’s College of Education and Human Development. Not … Education and Human Resources Directorate for the National Science Foundation. After his retirement in 2014, Dr. …
https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/09/education-human-development-cehd-alumni-awards-golden-apple-keystone-2024
Student-athletes ready to tackle senior seasons
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… drills at Warren Dunes. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Sprints instead of selfies. Toning instead of tanning. A day at the beach took on different meaning for … a father or a husband." Tranquill, who already earned his bachelor's degree in sales and business marketing, is now …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54896
Bronco gymnast's resilience earns nomination for national award
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… collegiate gymnastics career nearly ended before it took off. The standout Western Michigan University … just days after her first meet as a Bronco. Instead of being overcome by fear, her passion for the sport fueled … accomplished all of that while continuing her pursuit of a bachelor's degree in nursing—something she says she wouldn't …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68377
Dedication scheduled for new main campus icon
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… icon Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Rendering of the icon with finished landscape and water feature … Institute for the Arts at age 15. He went on to earn a bachelor's degree in sculpture and drawing from the … original schools, Applied Arts (Engineering and Applied Sciences), Business, Education, Liberal Arts and Sciences, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23020
Generating Buzz: Regulating genetically modified mosquitoes
W Magazine
… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Gene-drive mosquitoes are generating a lot of buzz right now. The genetically modified bugs could potentially be used to reduce populations of their malaria-carrying counterparts or make those … about the technology, so that they are equipped to develop science-based regulations. “The continent itself is pretty …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/57059
Hey, Siri—WMU leads the way in studying human-robot communication
W Magazine
… finds a bedtime story for your kids. Google Assistant turns off the lights you forgot to dim on the way out the door or … the polar vortex sets in. Living with robots is no longer science fiction. Scientists have begun studying how humans … is a leading voice in the field. Dr. Autumn Edwards , a professor of communication, is launching an international …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57097
Product design graduate ready for career to take flight with aerospace company
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… Thaj will graduate Saturday, May 1, in the first cohort of Western's product design program. Her pet bird, Mr. … Thaj will graduate Saturday, May 1, in the first cohort of Western's product design program. Her pet bird, Mr. … but saw it more as a hobby and an escape from her rigorous science and math classes. When she earned the prestigious …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/63953
Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation
College of Arts and Sciences
… Dunbar Hall The future Dunbar Hall KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A wave of excitement is building at Western Michigan University as the highly anticipated renovation of Dunbar Hall, an academic landmark that has served tens of … develop critical thinking skills," says College of Arts and Sciences Dean Carla Koretsky . "Our goal is to create an …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73667
Bin there, done that — student's research optimizes recycling
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… project for Newell Brands, determining the best placement of recycling centers to reduce waste. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— … analysis research project is garbage. And he's proud of it. The psychology graduate student immersed himself in … able to see every phase of this project…you could see the science unfold in front of you, which was very validating." …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52646