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Safeguarding astronauts with a personal twist
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… as they spend time in space is a top priority for NASA and researching the best methods of achieving that goal is essential. Just ask Marie Bridges , a recent graduate of Western Michigan University’s electrical engineering … Whipple presented their project, “A Fully Flexible Handheld Wireless Estrogen Sensing Device,” at the 2022 International …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68848
Racing into human resources: Tayler Trowbridge is crossing the finish line
Haworth College of Business
… Tayler Trowbridge is finishing up her final semester at Western Michigan University with a strong sense of who she … skills into action with in-depth academic opportunities and internship experiences. Throughout her time at WMU, … a well-rounded education in business, enhancing her understanding of her chosen profession. “By taking courses in the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73435
WMU to become mecca for world's medievalists
News
… leading authorities on the Middle Ages will converge on the Western Michigan University campus in early May to examine topics ranging from medieval social networking and military history to medieval conspiracy theories. The … gathering of those interested in all things medieval, and attendees will include professional academics, students, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6867
Lewis Walker Institute aims to increase support for empowering future juvenile justice leaders
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… discuss justice reform. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For three years, Western Michigan University's Youth Juvenile Justice Fellows … aims to institutionalize the transformational program and expand its impact. The yearlong Youth Juvenile Justice Fellows …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75132
Shantytown fundraiser demonstrates need for affordable housing
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… Global Village Trip to Nicaragua. KALAMAZOO--Dozens of Western Michigan University students will be pulling an … but they won't be cramming for end-of-the-semester projects and exams. The students will be participating in Shantytown … a Habitat for Humanity Global Village Trip to Nicaragua in spring 2013. Students must register to participate in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/318
How Mongolia's herding culture shaped a doctoral candidate's journey
College of Arts and Sciences
… How Mongolia's herding culture shaped a doctoral candidate's journey Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … amidst a tapestry of contrasting terrains, from mountains and plains to deserts and forests, Mongolia and its herding … population have captured the academic imagination of Western Michigan University Department of Sociology doctoral …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73677
WMU using NEH grant to aid first-generation college students
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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. Dini Metro-Roland, far right, during one of last year's classes. … for the Humanities has awarded a $100,000 grant to Western Michigan University's Humanities for … Access matching grant, announced Dec. 15 , will help H4E expand and create a bridge-year program for first-generation …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37253
Bell's Brewery partners with WMU, KVCC to offer internship
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… brewer Bell's Brewery has announced a partnership with Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo Valley Community College's sustainable brewing … the course of one year. Student interns will rotate through and gain valuable insight into Bell's quality, brewing, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44258
Fieldwork in Alaska: Students bring mobile tax preparation to residents
Haworth College of Business
… to right are Rachel Hart, Claire Knepple, Alex Jimenez, Alexandra DiVito, Jake Grosan, Andrew Tomaszewski, Will Roosien, Nick Koenig, Patrick … example of taking learning outside of the classroom, 10 Western Michigan University students recently embarked on a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75147
Event management students partner with Kalamazoo Promise for signing event
College of Education and Human Development
… Hybels on Left to right are Claire Burton, Mallory Smith and Marissa Munson. The event had photo booths available … Mich.—S tudents from the event management program at Western Michigan University played a vital role in the … who attended the event enjoyed activities facilitated by Western's event management student interns such as local …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71679