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Out-of-this-world internship launches alum toward astronaut goal
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… Out-of-this-world internship launches alum toward astronaut goal Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jacob Ganzak … an astronaut," says Jacob Ganzak , who took a giant leap toward that goal by securing multiple internships at NASA. … more lift force so it doesn't hit the ground so fast." In order to offset the force, most planes have flaps that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53872
Western students break down barriers through music with United Sound
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… our family," says Colette Guerin , whose daughter, Carly, was connected to the group through the Center for Disability … her mentors and enjoying time with them." "Music is a great way for AJ to increase his confidence and really promotes … is hoping to expand in spring 2023, adding more students in order to increase their capacity for musicians. While many …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70294
WMU student invention wins $10,000 Lemelson-MIT 'Cure it!' prize
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… and individual graduate students. The Lemelson-MIT Program awarded $65,000 in prizes for inventions in the healthcare, … to mentor and inspire creative thinking among youth." Award categories Prizes are awarded in the following … after John learned from a Respiratory Therapists Without Borders official about the need for a low-cost medical device …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/24028
Sustainable innovation earns Western students a share of $19,000
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… Team member Joshua VanSlambrouck, center, accepted the award on behalf of his team. He is pictured with Dr. Timothy … his team's aquaponics concept to the judges. Jordan Walker explains calculations he and team members made for an … students to work with peers in different fields of study in order to encourage varying perspectives and build teamwork. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71723
South campus transformation moves forward with opening of Arcadia Flats
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… South campus transformation moves forward with opening of Arcadia Flats Submitted by Erin Flynn … Arcadia Flats turned out beautifully." "Western's vision was captivating when it first released what the apartments … to encourage and foster connection among residents. In order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, however, some …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62814
Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in December
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… collecting new and gently used winter clothing to keep them warm this winter. Monday, December 3 "Yuanliang Sun: … its devastation affected medieval society, and the art that was created in reaction to the pandemic. Regular admission … help participants rebalance their nervous system in order to downshift from the common stress responses that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50379
Putting student well-being ‘front and center’
W Magazine
… spend time with therapy dogs as part of Mental Health Awareness Week in October 2020. The initiative featured … me to be stuck in the house every single day for months was driving me insane," says senior Precious Onyegbule . … at the college experience as more than just academics. In order for students to be successful and have meaningful …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63622
Campus, local community members weigh in on transportation issues
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… Survey here through Friday, May 10. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Walking, biking and parking are just some of the factors … Western Michigan University should consider as it moves forward with developing its first comprehensive transportation … The top eight priorities expressed, in descending order, were: Creating more parking availability Enhancing …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53148
Education meets innovation: Interior design students envision accessible future for teen living with rare progressive disease
W Magazine
… been through a lot in his young life. At the age of 2, he was diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP). He endured a number … his symptoms, but instead of stabilizing, his ability to walk only worsened when he became a teenager. Donovan Lassig … he didn't actually have CP." In reality, Donovan has a disorder called hereditary spastic parapalegia (HSP). The big …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69849
University to honor its top four staffers for 2017-18
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… have been selected to receive the Annual Make a Difference Award. The award is the highest accolade WMU bestows specifically on … to find Katie here long after she was scheduled to leave in order to complete tasks or ensure that the dining center is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48805