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Zhang Center earns silver certification as 'green' building

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… in Energy and Environmental Design rating system . LEED is the national benchmark for the design, construction and … campus buildings that meet the stringent requirements of this rating system and 13 more in the review process. A … the Zhang Center houses the WMU Archives and Regional History Collections. The Archives preserve WMU's papers, files …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/17091

Persisting through the pandemic

W Magazine

… Persisting through the pandemic Submitted by Erin Flynn on Our … strife—and yet, we persisted. In the University’s quest to fulfill its purpose, “So that all may learn,” countless … once COVID-19 happened, we would do a livestream of the show and that would be it," says Noelle Dewees, a junior …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63786

WMU Board of Trustees approves investment in new fleet for College of Aviation

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Western's College of Aviation is ready to level up its training capabilities with a new fleet of … it's hard to beat the look on the face of a student who's going to be the first one in one of these new airplanes. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71172

Art and science project highlights importance of not blowing off STEAM

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… Mich—Whether art imitates life or life imitates art is a question for philosophers to hash out. But that art … of art based on analysis by mass spectrometry. "This is, as far as I know, the only event of its kind where students … I never worked with them." Andrew Simpkins, right, explains how his group created a painting from analysis of a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54132

True belonging and troubleshooting: cybersecurity student finds joy in ever-evolving field

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Lambert on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For some students, arriving to Western Michigan University is an exciting choice, made after careful consideration; for … the United States, and I was initially very nervous about how different everything might be.”  It was upon arrival in …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/08/cybersecurity-fate-al-rasbi

Choosing a business minor helps aviation student’s career take flight

Haworth College of Business

… had many valuable experiences that have prepared him for his career, including a role as a crew scheduling intern at … “At the time, I wasn’t sure what career path I wanted to take, but I knew immediately that I desired a career in … business would be an excellent way to gain exposure to how common business concepts applied to an aviation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75440

New physical therapy doctorate gains pre-accreditation status

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… gained status as a candidate for accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Dr. … student debt. A shorter program means there are fewer funds going out in tuition, fees and housing, and a faster route … their final year. Dr. Yvonne Jackson, right, demonstrates how to use a mechanical lift to transfer patients. Physical …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54595

WMU introduces Google Apps for Education

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… University has adopted a suite of Web-based productivity tools and storage from Internet giant Google that will … of GAE and in successfully piloting its implementation this past fall. According to Google, GAE is ushering in the … to introduce GAE to faculty members and present ideas on how to incorporate the various tools and apps into courses. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/02/21478

Ethics Center book clubs discuss well-being, war and money, climate justice

Study of Ethics in Society

… Ethics Center book clubs discuss well-being, war and money, climate justice Submitted … is hosting a series of lively online discussions on timely topics during spring 2022 semester book clubs. Discussions … will lead discussions of " Well-Being as Value Fulfillment: How We Can Help Each Other to Live Well " by Valerie …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66775

Board signs off on name for new student residence halls

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… residence halls Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Artist rendering of Western Heights KALAMAZOO, Mich—Western … under construction and slated for completion in time to house fall 2015's incoming students. Located in the … facility or landscape. Because the new residence halls are going to be overlooking Goldsworth Valley, it's a very …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19403