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Technology creates new layer of safety for people with visual impairments

News

… impending obstacles, Ari-Gur thought there must be a way to use technology to improve the experience. Dr. Pnina … through WMU's Faculty Research and Creative Activities Award as well as a donation from Lawrence and Carrolyn Kopka … with transitioning to designing products in our careers after college." The project also offered the budding …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55553

WMU's family engagement office marks 10 years of success

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… says. "It's not necessarily challenging in a negative way, but challenging in that it changes the family dynamic, … have said, never expected to call on the office. Then, after starting the year strong, her son's grades suffered a … at all unusual and absolutely fixable. But, from a state away, how to advise him on the best resources to tap at WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44961

Important outdoor projects completed this summer

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… Consumers Energy installed on the Parkview Campus that was activated Aug. 15. Visible to motorists traveling along … for wildlife. Although the area's ducks moved back in soon after the project's completion, the pond's resident swans … pond." He adds that because of the pilot project, landscape services has a better understanding of how much acreage to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34978

Gov. Snyder announces Kellogg Foundation's Woodrow Wilson Fellows

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… to be prepared through the program since the fellowship was launched in Michigan in 2010. "Michigan needs to develop … inception in 2010, 239 fellows have been named in Michigan. After their preparation, fellows commit to teach for at … animal shelter. Member, area running club. Church musician/band member. Volunteer, Sunday school education. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16559

First cohort of product design program sharp on all edges

W Magazine

… meet and greet—a risk that landed her in his office. She wasn’t in trouble. With Thaj’s question, the chief executive realized the intern was on to something. “Have you considered the potential of … landed her first job may be unique to her, but being sought-after as a WMU product design student is not. The first …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63900

Propelling the next generation of engineers: WALI gives students a shot at space exploration

W Magazine

… Propelling the next generation of engineers: WALI gives students a shot at space exploration Submitted by Erin Flynn on Students in WALI at the Air Zoo from left to right: Nathan Snyder, Luke … about the very core concepts of our science … and then afterward have judges saying, 'You guys did a phenomenal …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74818

Campus, local community members weigh in on transportation issues

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… Survey here through Friday, May 10. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Walking, biking and parking are just some of the factors … Western Michigan University should consider as it moves forward with developing its first comprehensive transportation … us build a well-thought out transportation plan that is serviceable for many years to come." Significant input …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53148

Parents can empower kids by discussing race, racism early and often

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… by Erin Flynn on [caption] [/caption] KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Protesters marching through the streets. Confederate relics … in our country, they're going to hear about it. There's no way we can protect them from it; it's out there. So, we have … and negative attributes with darker skinned dolls. Even after segregation, similar studies had similar results— even …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60000

Western Michigan University to fund 1,350 student scholarships with historic donation

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… historic donation Submitted by Megan Looker on President Edward Montgomery announces the Empowering Futures … academic year and a projected 600 students each year after. The Bronco Promise is an excellent example of how the … assistant superintendent for instruction and student services at Kalamazoo Public Schools, speaks about the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66513

From AI to detecting fraud to supply chains: WMU business faculty’s research applies to industry

Haworth College of Business

… the work of leading researchers who are moving the needle toward the future of business.  Combating inflationary … technology and automation, Curkovic’s research paves the way for more resilient and efficient supply chains capable … create strategies to ensure equitable access to financial services, which is crucial for economic inclusion. In P2P …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75907