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Understanding electric propulsion: Aerospace researcher shares expert knowledge with NASA

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… and student Margaret Mooney work in the Aerospace Laboratory for Plasma Experiments. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Former NASA … knowledge with students and the aerospace engineering community, including NASA.  Lemmer leads important research … looking out, I can see a need. Right now, I look for pieces where my research can help, since the facilities for testing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70801

Isiac Chavez on cybersecurity and securing his future

Cybersecurity

… senior Isiac Chavez is a proud Bronco. “I was attracted to Western’s overall reputation and the opportunities it … to study, but I did know that I wanted to explore various computing related disciplines and engage in a vibrant campus … “The student rec center has been an invaluable facility where I enjoy pickup basketball games and weightlifting.” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73110

Walker Institute holding community forums on unequal justice

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… Walker Institute holding community forums on unequal justice Submitted by Anonymous … Forman Jr ., clinical professor of law and supervising attorney at the Yale Law School. Forman will discuss "Less … joined the Public Defender Service in Washington, D.C., where for six years he represented both juveniles and adults …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22694

Interim dean continues tradition of advocacy for future educators and human service professionals

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… Interim dean continues tradition of advocacy for future educators and human service professionals Submitted by Deanne … Kristal Ehrhardt , interim dean. “We’re listening to the community and want to share with them what we do well,” says … of Special Education and Literacy Studies in 2003, where she was most recently interim chair from July 2021 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69765

Hours for campus services during WMU spring recess announced

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… Faculty and staff, students and the public are encouraged to call ahead to make sure that a particular office is open … Bernhard Center and Bronco Mall store hours are available online . The Bernhard Center building closes at 10 p.m. on … Library to see details on all library locations Campus computing Bernhard Center computer lab  closes at 5 p.m. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58048

In the know about snow: WMU’s closure policy and safety info

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… Western Michigan University encourages the entire campus community to review WMU’s closure policy . While snow and ice may be … format or be canceled.   WMU ’s closure policy is available online. Dress appropriately for the conditions   When …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/winter-closure-information-2025-26

Vision for the future: Grad works toward more accessible world

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… Vision for the future: Grad works toward more accessible world Submitted by Erin Flynn on … the stage in Miller Auditorium during Western's Summer 2025 Commencement on  Saturday, June 28, to receive his … therapy . "Western has provided me an environment where I feel welcomed, emboldened to share my opinions and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/graduate-success-healthcare-services-sciences-jeffery-crouch

Students earn accolades for innovative construction adhesives research

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Mich.—Two Western Michigan University students are being touted for their innovative approach to helping structures … be used to enhance structures resiliency and performance. Companies are interested in new ideas and applications such … adhesives could be applied in systems and structures where they have never been applied, providing a better …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66837

WMU’s century plant reaches new heights

College of Arts and Sciences

… daily since mid-January in preparation of its bloom. (Photo by Michael Lanka) In order to give the Agave, affectionately named Alice, the best chance of completing her life cycle, greenhouse specialist Chris … 3 p.m. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. Contact: Meghan Behymer February 24, 2023 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70881

Physicist melds scientific, humanitarian drive at UN's 'nuclear watchdog'

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… Dr. Marc Humphrey works as a team leader for the world's "Atoms for Peace" agency, helping to monitor nations' nuclear … lives with his wife and two children in Vienna, Austria, where he heads the analytical services team for the … Collaborating with his former mentors was a dream come true, Humphrey says, adding, "I wouldn't be where I am …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37548