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Western’s Distinguished Teaching Award recipient engages learning inside and outside of the classroom

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Western’s Distinguished Teaching Award recipient engages … KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An innovative and recognized educator, Western Michigan University’s Dr. David Rudge is the … and a bachelor’s degree from Duke University. Rudge joined Western’s faculty in 1999 and researches how the history and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72645

Garcia looks to deepen Western's connection with community in new leadership role

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… Garcia looks to deepen Western's connection with community in new leadership role … is what makes Garcia excited for this new opportunity. "I'm looking forward to engaging more with our community and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68168

Western engineering alum helps power next frontier of military defense in Space Force

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Western engineering alum helps power next frontier of … gestures toward the inside of a jet engine. "He started looking at my background, and I had worked on a bunch of … Air Force. Mostek points out the parts on an engine. Mostek looks inside a Minuteman III second stage rocket engine. Lt. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66119

Western Michigan University takes esports initiative to next level with new competitive teams

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Western Michigan University takes esports initiative to next … teams Submitted by Erin Flynn on Students compete in Western's state-of-the-art Esports Arena. KALAMAZOO, … with bigger audiences than the World Series. And Western Michigan University is ramping up its esports …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66222

Mentorship, experiential learning help students thrive at Western, land jobs post-graduation

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… Mentorship, experiential learning help students thrive at Western, land jobs post-graduation Submitted by Erin Flynn on Western alumni are doing big things! A report shows 93% of … are continuing their education. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The future looks bright for Western Michigan University students. A …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67244

Western researcher publishes work on building rituals and purpose in an evolving workplace

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Western researcher publishes work on building rituals and … to athletics, to schooling and more. Dr. Doug Lepisto , Western Michigan University associate professor of … situations and gatherings—and the emotions they create—it looks very different, and you begin to see new …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65170

Western Winds to perform music from 19th and 21st centuries

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Western Winds to perform music from 19th and 21st centuries … wind and percussion studios in the School of Music at Western Michigan University will present a varied selection … Wednesday, Nov. 2 , in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. The Western Winds performance will be preceded by a 7 p.m. …

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National leader, respected public servant and longtime advocate for Western to receive honorary degree

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… leader, respected public servant and longtime advocate for Western to receive honorary degree Submitted by Deanne Puca … ground. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Acting at its Dec. 15 meeting, Western Michigan University's Board of Trustees approved a … the recommendation continues. “I am honored and grateful to Western Michigan University for recognizing my public …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70189

Far out! Researchers at Western testing technology to propel NASA deeper into space

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… Far out! Researchers at Western testing technology to propel NASA deeper into space … Gateway lunar outpost —a jumping-off point for astronauts looking to take another giant leap for mankind. "It's the … used to simulate the conditions of space. Margaret Mooney looks through the window of a vacuum chamber. Margaret …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63430

Mathematical musician says flexibility of Western's programs is music to her ears

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… Mathematical musician says flexibility of Western's programs is music to her ears Submitted by Erin Flynn on Keshavi Davé will study statistics at Western while also exploring opportunities to incorporate … problem-solving. And she's calculating a bright future at Western Michigan University. "I would love to be a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64400