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AI-powered earbuds enhance language access for newcomer students in local classrooms

Teaching and Learning

… in local classrooms Submitted by Ross Fuller on Dr. Robyn Edwards, Assistant Professor of TESOL, Department of Special … little or no English, educators are looking for new ways to bridge communication gaps. At Western Michigan … (NABE) the following year.   “Dr. Edwards’ project is a model for how faculty-led initiatives can translate into …

https://wmich.edu/x/news/2025/05/ai-powered-earbuds

Two WMU leaders recognized as 'notable women in STEM'

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… in the field. "I consider myself fortunate that my parents, while not scientists or even college graduates, … biogeochemistry, seeking to integrate field, laboratory and modeling studies of mineral-water-biological interactions near the Earth's surface. "I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53579

Big changes unfold at WMU Pilot Plants

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… project "represents the best of WMU," says WMU President Edward Montgomery . "It is research that impacts the world and … opportunities for our students." Its installation was made possible with the help of donations of industry … back to 1968, the new-to-WMU machine replaces an older model the University used in the former McCracken Hall, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52982

WMU board adopts new campuswide policy changes

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… members of the campus community provided input, the policy was refined and presented to the board for final approval. … best practices in the area. They include: An investigative model used by trained personnel who take a holistic, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25472

Bronco-turned-NFL star Sam Beal tackles Alzheimer's awareness in national campaign

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… Bronco-turned-NFL star Sam Beal tackles Alzheimer's awareness in national campaign Submitted by Erin Flynn on Sam … more goal. "I want to finish school. I want to be that role model for my younger brother." Beal was drafted after his …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53687

Workshops for new, established businesses offered by WMU center

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… 2012 Venture Plan graduate, says the Venture Plan workshop was a big help to him. Begnoche is a veteran and was able to attend the workshop with a center veteran … will have the opportunity to enhance their current business model and operational structure to position the organization …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/3806

WMU welcomes new VP for marketing and strategic communication

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University President Edward Montgomery announced today that he has appointed Tony … the University's brand. WMU's strengths were apparent almost immediately when I stepped on campus," … three years at UA, Proudfoot created a new brand governance model and established new brand position platforms for most …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/47241

President Dunn heads to Malaysia to celebrate 25-year partnership

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… partnership Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sunway University KALAMAZOO--Western Michigan University … private Malaysian universities. The 1987 opening of Sunway College near Kuala Lumpur and the launch of a "twinning … two years of study and earn a bachelor's degree. The 2+2 model is now used to educate thousands of Malaysian students …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/763

WMU, Cooley Law School consider formal alliance

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… between the leaders of the two schools have been under way for about three years. More recently, the boards and … that could be enhanced through the partnership. Under the model being examined, both schools would retain their … in conjunction with WMU's Graduate Center-Downtown in the Arena District. WMU completed a $1.6 million buildout of one …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6237

History made: Merze Tate College, Black women leaders honor Tate's legacy

Merze Tate College

… has been called into question, I am honored to serve in ways that celebrate Black women,” says Perryman-Clark. “I … with the transition to a functional centralized advising model. Griffin-Brown also served as the lead liaison for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74559