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Spark for sustainability earns Western professor national electric vehicle award

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… Roadtrip event on campus in 2009. As Jeff Spoelstra, director of the Office for Sustainability says, Pancella "built … Bike Week 2021. One of the first gatherings of what would become the Kalamazoo Electric Vehicle Association commences in … passion for sustainability is evident on Western's campus, where he has taught physics classes on energy and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69761

Education and human development alumni recognized as most influential people of West Michigan

College of Education and Human Development

… West Michigan's 40 Under 40. Jazz McKinney, executive director of the Grand Rapids Pride Center and a counseling … is nationally known for her advocacy and DEI work. Since coming to UMH-W in 2019, the institution has seen many … DEI strategist for Upton Consulting Group in Grand Rapids, where she developed inclusivity hiring practices and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73266

Do Dah Parade packed with silliness and fun for all

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… spoofs and characters will parade along the streets of downtown Kalamazoo at the annual Do Dah Parade Saturday, June 8 … expected to last more than an hour and attract tens of thousands of spectators. The parade will feature five to 10 themed units where any individual can join to be part of the specific …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7172

WMU aviation instructor, student win statewide awards

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… WMU aviation instructor, student win statewide awards Submitted by Erin Flynn on … member and student among the best in the state’s aviation community. Stephanie Ward , instructor of airport … . “Both of them demonstrate how the College of Aviation’s commitment to Experience-Driven Learning and connections …   For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/mdot-aviation-educator-student-awards-2025

Students help lead COVID-19 prevention, education efforts on WMU campus

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… goals that a year ago might have seemed simple but are now complicated exponentially by the pandemic. A group of … Western Michigan University students is leading the charge to keep their peers safe and, consequently, the college … in Michigan and across the country have similar programs where they want students involved (in COVID-19 mitigation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61540

Broadway hit 'American Idiot' on campus for one performance

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on "American Idiot" in town for single March 26 performance KALAMAZOO—Award-winning … "American Idiot," featuring the music of Green Day, is coming to Western Michigan University's Miller Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 26 . Purchase tickets online: millerauditorium.com Winner of two Tony Awards, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5977

Michigan Geological Survey receives state funding for continued science support

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… for its ongoing research in statewide geologic mapping to assess, protect and sustainably develop vital natural … "These funds will support ongoing studies that protect our communities from hazards such as flooding and bluff erosion, … to better understand our most important natural resources, where they are and how we can manage and protect them," says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61873

Alumnus turned top Seattle tech CEO tackles health care arena

W Magazine

… Alumnus turned top Seattle tech CEO tackles health care arena Submitted by … field as the CEO of Accolade.  Founded in 2007, Accolade combines virtual primary care, mental health support and … the pendulum too hard. “There are moments in your life where somebody can close or open a door,” Singh says. “You …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75128

Aviation at WMU - 75 Years and Counting!

College of Aviation

… Aviation at WMU - 75 Years and Counting! Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Three quarters of a century.  A drop in the … aviation programs in the country. Sitting in her office where she masterfully directs the business and finance … Copeland volunteered to chair the 75 Years of Aviation committee.  When thinking about her involvement, she quickly …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/02/75years

ISM student wins $3,000 scholarship

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… Fabian is the latest integrated supply management student to be awarded a statewide scholarship from the … Bronco Force initiative, a student and faculty consultancy where teams offer expertise to address supply chain challenges for companies. As part of the initiative, Fabian works at local …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26068