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Freezer organizer, space optimizer claims first at Bronco Pitch Competition

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… with a solution to make freezers work smarter (not harder) for those with limited space or who need to optimize their freezers for meal prep is the winner of the K.C. O'Shaughnessy Bronco … at the top of their fridge organize their frozen items for maximum space, visual display and ventilation. Uniquely …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/64011

Renowned author coming to Western teaches importance of conversations in divided times

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… Mich.—Can we transcend our instincts to label each other before we’ve even had a conversation? Why do we become more … Tuesday, Sept. 20-21 . An interactive panel presentation for We Talk , Western’s civil discourse initiative, is open … the person who’s disagreeing with me. My first and most formidable opponent can be my overly defensive ego. Only by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65252

Big data and the future of diagnosing mental disorders

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—What if testing for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Attention Deficit … Disorder (ADHD) were as simple as running a test for diabetes or heart disease?  For Dr. Alvis Fong , … the large sample can find the evidence of disorders in the aggregate. Functional magnetic resonance imaging simply tells …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65069

First recipients of Western's vaccination incentive scholarships announced

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… Townsend - $1,000 "With the help of this scholarship to pay for my tuition, I will be able to save more money for my study abroad trip in the spring," says Kara Hepler , … on this campus grow is inspiring," says Dr. Gayle Ruggiero , medical director at Sindecuse Health Center. "Each …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65037

WMU AD Beauregard announces plan to retire at year’s end

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… leader in her field, Beauregard has racked up many awards for her leadership in college sports. She is the … Athletics has achieved as a team over the years—first and foremost, helping to coach and develop the most exceptional … and been able to raise our son with memories to cherish for a lifetime," Beauregard says. "We are grateful for AD …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66092

New facility propels Western’s College of Aviation into the future

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… BATTLE CREEK, Mich.—The aviation industry is ready for takeoff after a pandemic pause, and a new, innovative … “This is a pretty momentous occasion and opportunity for Western Michigan University,” says Tom Thinnes , recruitment and outreach manager for the College of Aviation. “It really resonates for the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64760

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in November

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… engagement opportunities in November Submitted by Korey Force on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University and … of State and the U.S. Department of Education in efforts to promote programs that prepare U.S. Americans for a … "Strategies to confront implicit biases and avoid micro-aggression" workshop —noon to 1:30 p.m. in 2033 University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43532

From classroom to catwalk: Western students headed to New York Fashion Week

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… Mich.— Samantha Morehead has always had a passion for fashion, and now she will have the chance to rub elbows … Fashion Week. A group of finalists was chosen to compete for the grand prize: designing three to five looks for collegiate apparel, conveying what it means to them to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66946

New Native American Affairs Council aims to build relationships, understanding across campus and in community

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A collaborative, interdisciplinary effort is underway to honor Western Michigan University's … Affairs Council will work "to support, elevate and advocate for Native American perspectives” on campus, according to … says Dr. Jennifer Bott , provost and vice president for academic affairs. "It is our goal to make WMU a place …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/66068

Fueled by her own trauma, doctoral student fights to break cycle of sexual violence

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… She learned the little girl's grandmother couldn't afford to take her to the hospital. And while most people in … others," she remembers. "So that little girl helped me for the first time say, 'Me too.'" She made the decision that day to launch an organized effort to fight for justice for sexual assault and domestic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65358