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Women who rise from the waters—and an author’s rising acclaim

W Magazine

… Co., this third Campbell novel follows the success of "Once Upon a River" and "Q Road.” Those works, along with the … me to join the writing MFA program, so I finished up my master’s and moved across campus. Jaimy Gordon became … prodigious writing career, Campbell emphasizes the significance of education. "Education instills discipline …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74810

WMU international student enrollment continues to grow

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… annually by the Institute of International Education with support from the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of … countries that the Open Doors Report noted are having a significant impact on international student growth across … decade. One of the resources provided by the institute is a free book that is now available to all WMU students. Titled …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20281

Healthy Minds Survey final step in Western’s JED Campus partnership

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… inception at Western, the 19-member JED Campus team, made up of representatives from across campus, has worked to create a more supportive climate surrounding mental health and expand … well-being of young people of color, Western is making significant progress for minority students on campus. A …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63480

Students turn ideas into market-ready products at RID+I’s Venture Studio

Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation

… Mich.—A classroom at the Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation (RID+I) is blurring the line between … graduation. The course, led by adjunct professor of design practice Michael Seeley , builds on student work from … students hands-on experience with corporate partners, startups, and even venture capitalists. Michael Seeley brings his …

https://wmich.edu/designinstitute/news/2025/04/venture-studio

WMU president announces plan to retire next summer

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… facilities, athletics performance, and private and public support,” Edgerton says.    Montgomery, a nationally … worked to ensure that every student has the tools, the support and the experience-driven learning they need to … and personal approach to higher learning sets students up to succeed and changes the trajectory of their lives. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/president-montgomery-announces-plans-retire

Western’s Pilot Plant gains machine to create recyclable, compostable trays

W Magazine

… shallow tray and a deep tray—with plans to expand to a cup in the future, says Lon Pschigoda , general manager of … manufacturer of natural fiber-forming equipment. Teaming up with WMU allows both sides to further develop and expand … , president and CEO of Kiefel parent company Brueckner Group USA. Contact: Deanne Puca February 22, 2023 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70874

WMU student veteran honored with Operation Hat Trick scholarship

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… a nonprofit organization that generates awareness and support for the recovery of service members and veterans … service member on his bases.  Pliley says the kind of support Operation Hat Trick is providing is needed. "I know a … officer in the Air Force. He chose Western because, growing up in Olivet, Michigan, he'd heard about the University's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62011

Engineering student's research aims to drive in-motion wireless charging for electric vehicles

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… transmission technologies, including magneto dynamic coupling and microwave power transfer, which appear most promising. Magneto dynamic coupling uses rotating magnetic rods to exert torque and … of in-motion transfer and testing. "My plan is to come up with something real, something applicable, not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62188

Dr. Laurel A. Grotzinger obituary

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… several high-profile administrative positions and racked up some impressive firsts. Laurel A. Grotzinger The … an academic dean at WMU. Under her 13-year tenure, WMU significantly expanded its doctoral degree programs as well …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44365

ISM students place second at international case competition

Haworth College of Business

… enrolled in Western Michigan University's integrated supply management program finished second at the General Motors/Wayne State University Supply Chain Case Competition held Sept. 28 to Oct. 1 in … WMU team has placed in the annual competition that matches up some of the best and brightest supply chain students from …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43147