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Western offers new course on the intersection of artificial intelligence and writing

College of Arts and Sciences

… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As the world of technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, Western Michigan University is at the forefront of innovation bringing together … at key moments, empowering students to anticipate how their exploration of AI writing tools will shape their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71959

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences recognizes its 2023 Presidential Scholars

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… University's College of Engineering and Applied Sciences is honoring seven outstanding students as its 2023 … his interests as a seventh-generation worker on his family farm. “My family farm specializes in USDA organic crop that … in problem solving, mechanical ability, and learning about how certain systems operate,” Goheen adds. While at WMU, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71264

Pride Month celebrates resiliency of Western's LGBTQ communities

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… Western Michigan University's Office of Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay and Transgender (LBGT) Student Services has a … we return to pre-pandemic times and 'normal,' I think it shows that LGBTQ communities have resiliency and also that … there is a much bigger community out there that they're going to be able to be part of someday (once pandemic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64363

WMU women aviators ready for start of national cross-country race

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… from across the nation flying fixed-wing aircraft using visual flight rules. Bates and Satkowiak will pilot one of … science major at WMU has all been in Michigan. She is, however, extraordinarily aware of the weather challenges … and the goal is to have the actual ground speed be as far over the handicap speed as possible. The pilots have the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/33082

WMU honors students shine in STAR Awards

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… Awards were presented during an April ceremony at the Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites. The awards celebrate … who volunteer their time, energy and talents in service to others in the greater Kalamazoo community. Nonprofit … Schools. The scholars have focused on engendering a college-going attitude with the students in addition to tutoring the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39986

Two will be honored at convocation with Distinguished Teaching Awards

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… Two will be honored at convocation with Distinguished Teaching Awards Submitted by Anonymous (not … chose WMU for its journalism program because I knew I was going to be a journalist. Professor Christian knew it, too, … concepts," wrote one graduate student, "it amazes me how easily she can transform confusing textbook language …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19109

WMU, KVCC sign new degree completion plan for nursing students

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… students Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Clockwise from top left: Terry Curran, Mary Lagerwey, Tim Greene, Earlie … and joined the workforce for a number of years before going back to school for their BSN. In today’s competitive …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34866

WMU and West Michigan Hispanic Chamber empower local entrepreneurs through bilingual accounting bootcamp

Professional Development

… WMU and West Michigan Hispanic Chamber empower local entrepreneurs through … for the first time.   "This class opened my eyes to how I was running my business,” said Manny , owner of J&M … .    “We’ve found the right formula—education paired with ongoing support,” says Burke. “It’s not just about growing …

https://wmich.edu/professional/news/2025/05/bilingual-accounting-bootcamp

Connections between engineering and business a win for students

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… and the Formula SAE car in Floyd Hall lobby. In addition to Rubarth are, from left, Aidan Fayhee, manufacturing … finance major with a passion for engineering and racing. He is a leader on the Bronco Racing Formula SAE team and the … dedication to projects from someone outside of his major." How does participation in these organizations fit into

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75143

Merze Tate: A trailblazing Western alumna who made an international impact

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Professor. World traveler. Journalist. Inventor. This 20th century renaissance woman may not … Blanchard. Walking three miles each way from her family's farm to get to school, she memorized historical texts, … when the school found out she was Black. Tate's employer, however, had another idea. Tate, center, shakes hands with …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/62998