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Sunseeker builds on 30+ years of ‘raycing’ with the sun
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Grand Prix (FSGP) is a track race and the location of it can vary by year. The 2023 FSGP took place at Heartland … where I’ve had people come up to me and tell me about how they wrote a high school essay on the Sunseeker or how … team, telling me their stories while I teach them about how far we’ve come.” Walega helped rebuild the student …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73445
State lauds success of Western Michigan University's Cold Case Program with major financial investment
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… the students, but most importantly, this unique partnership can bring real results and closure to families impacted by … into the bullpen, I’m able to provide help to those who can’t speak for themselves," says Katie Stolz , a criminal … families find justice and closure. "They're going to be far ahead of any detective or officer when they get on the …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/state-lauds-success-cold-case-program-major-financial-investment
WMU-trained high school teacher clues students in to forensic science
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… decipher the clues that will determine what happened and how. Are there hair samples or other biological material to … to problem solve and work as a team. Those are skills they can use in any job they go on to do.” Mirakovits is an … have become. She even created and maintains a “body farm” of pig fetuses that have died of natural causes. The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46642
WMUK-FM set to begin spring campaign
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… spring campaign Saturday, March 21 . On the heels of last fall's successful effort, WMUK will once again feature a … of the dollars needed in half the live on-air pledge hours. How funds are used WMUK uses membership contributions and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22407
Bronco mascot rider nets her own equestrian 'triumph'
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… 's equestrian skills have just been recognized as going far beyond that fall ritual. Stewart, a WMU junior majoring … qualified to compete in May at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association's national championships in Harrisburg, … zones with almost 400 member colleges in 45 states and Canada—representing more than 9,000 riders in both Hunt Seat …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46349
WMU's Walker Institute hosts series of community conversations regarding race and society
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… those issues in our communities, local and nationally. We cannot remain silent during this time." Comprised of three … following topics: Community Conversation on June 3 June 3: How did we get here? Why now? The death of George Floyd in … change in law enforcement agencies as well as offer suggestions for how citizens can get involved. June 10: Civic …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59824
Campus construction projects enhancing safety, accessibility and green space
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… major construction projects throughout the late summer and fall, including a new pedestrian bridge, a new parking … safety An ongoing project on Ring Road South, between the Howard Street Pedestrian Bridge and the Miller Auditorium … and the Student Center. These projects represent a significant transformation of WMU's campus, enhancing facilities …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/campus-construction-projects-enhancing-safety-accessibility-green-space
WMU student athletes excel academically
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… by Deanne Puca on The 2012-13 gymnastics squad earned a fall semester GPA average of 3.76. KALAMAZOO—Western … grade point average on record for the University during the fall semester. WMU athletic teams averaged a 3.19 grade … of 3.5 or higher and 38 earning a perfect 4.0 semester GPA. Fall semester 2012 4.0 student athletes Katlin Abbs , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4137
What you need before going to the polls
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… go to the polls , know where you are suppose to vote and how you plan to vote. Don't stand in line 20 minutes only to … and download a sample ballot for your precinct . Decide how you're going to vote before you go to the polls. For … of photo identification. If you forget your photo ID, you can still vote by signing a brief affidavit, but that will …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2645
WMU peer education program recognized at regional conference
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… the Health of University Students. Work honored includes fall shows, residence hall tours WMU was honored for Theatre for … work on campus throughout the school year, including shows during Fall Welcome and for First-Year Seminar classes …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24884