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Life-saving innovation crafted by WMU engineering alum
News
… Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Managing moving parts. It's Andy Bornhorst's life—both professionally and personally. Now that those two worlds have merged amid … this time of need," says Bornhorst, a 2009 alumnus of Western Michigan University's mechanical engineering …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59275
New student center's amenities coming online during 'soft opening' phase
WMU Student Center
… by Kaitlynn Boot on Amenities within the Student Center and Dining Facility begin opening Monday, July 31. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The soft opening phase for Western Michigan University’s new Student Center and Dining Facility started Monday, July 31 . Some offices …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72219
Alumna’s HBO documentary shines light on medical errors
College of Arts and Sciences
… family medical crisis, Margo (Towe) Burrows , an alumna of Western Michigan University's School of Communication, … themselves to seeking accountability, transparency and justice for Judie. Along the way, the couple discovered that medical error stands as a leading cause of death in America, motivating them …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74265
Update: Trustees to consider three labor contracts at Friday meeting
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… meeting Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees will consider … Professors, the Professional Instructors Organization and the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees … in Battle Creek. The meeting also will be livestreamed . Western and WMU-AAUP negotiation teams this month reached a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65564
In artist's imagination, even Einstein took breaks
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… a Frisbee-throwing Albert Einstein , found a new home this spring on Western Michigan University's Parkview Campus. The sculpture … Jim Dolan has been installed by the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences building. It was a gift from Dr. John …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15810
WSA, GSA look to break down stigma, highlight resources with Mental Health Week
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… lift each other up. That's the message from the Western Student Association (WSA) and Graduate Student Association (GSA) as they partner for … really be the spark that ignites the sense of community at Western that we always had and really get it going again." …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67584
Crypto-mining student business honored with $10,000 award
Haworth College of Business
… Thomas Entrepreneurial Spirit Award. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University student entrepreneur Payton … $10,000. The award recognizes students in Starting Gate, Western Michigan University’s business accelerator, and specifically honors companies that have a great business …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/72045
New affiliation creates opportunity for international experiences in student affairs education
College of Education and Human Development
… education Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University College of Education and Human Development's higher education and student affairs … and student affairs (HESA) leadership graduate program in Western's Department of Educational Leadership, Research and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72637
Why are store shelves out of products like toilet paper? WMU expert says it comes down to continuing to improve supply chain
Haworth College of Business
… at home versus school or the office during the COVID-19 pandemic means Americans are significantly increasing their … of everyday household items. But why, with a drive in demand, are grocery store shelves still consistently wiped out of products like toilet paper? Western Michigan University supply chain expert Tom Kelly …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59026
Spanish educator recognized for contributions to students with Distinguished Service Award
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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—During almost a quarter of a century at Western Michigan University, Dr. Mariola Pérez de la Cruz has invested her talents and time to elevate its Spanish programs and experiences at … “We appreciate the passion she’s put into advancing Western’s recruitment and retention efforts. She’s truly a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72644