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Grad student who lost sight finds hope in transforming rehabilitation for the blind

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… His life was nearly cut short in 2014 when he interrupted a home invasion and was shot in the head. He … but to face it. I think the reason I was able to adapt the way I did and push through some of the darker thoughts I … able to introduce me to so many opportunities and ways of bettering myself and picking myself back up to be able to go …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64537

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Why you should get yours

Haworth College of Business

… , Western Michigan University's director of the Center for Supply Chain, is providing students with a valuable … a final certification exam. The training is becoming a key way of helping students stand out in the workplace.  “We are … my Yellow Belt was very rewarding, and I would recommend signing up for the workshop if Lean Six Sigma is something …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75341

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in June

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Force on International students grab a coffee on their way to enjoy the Holland Tulip Festival. KALAMAZOO, …  by WMU's Haenicke Institute for Global Education. Sign Up for Weekly Update   June 2017 Opportunities Thursday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40055

Kinetic Affect to address diversity in community performance

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… and the March 19 session will include an on-stage American Sign Language translator. Kinetic Affect, grounded in the … Native American heritage and academic nature in a unique way. The two have performed widely, both regionally and … Differences program began in 1999 as a collaboration between the city of Kalamazoo and WMU to heighten awareness …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5531

Western students partnering with MDOT on pioneering bridge project

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… by Erin Flynn on Shresta Wosti, Kanchani Basnayake, Dr. Upul Attanayake, Abul Mazumder and Harsha Amunugama visit … and bridges and transportation networks. Research underway by Western Michigan University's renowned Center of … construction (ABC) techniques make this one of the most significant projects in bridge engineering," says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66486

New program pairs Western students with MSP to bring justice in unsolved murders

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… get your hands dirty and review it from inception all the way to what detectives were doing 20 years later that the … new forensic techniques and technology. They will then be assigned a case to investigate, working with Michigan State … have the chance to visit crime scenes. Select individuals assigned to the program will undergo a full background check …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63526

South Neighborhood work kicked off with input sessions, survey

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… this month with two input sessions and an online survey designed to get campus community views on what amenities … of campus adjacent to Stadium Drive into a new campus gateway that is more connected with the community and offers … for every one removed will be implemented; one student suggested concentrating these to form a park. More workshops …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46677

Theatre student's Lego Broadway creations set to debut in New York City

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… Theatre student's Lego Broadway creations set to debut in New York City Submitted by … of "Sweeney Todd." Lee with the six Lego sets that make up his "Hal Prince Collection." Lee calls his creations "a … productions. Having loved Lego growing up, he turned to designing his favorite iconic Broadway sets in brick form. "I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65558

Waldo Library to extend hours during finals week

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… in VR, will be open additional hours for those who need a way to reduce stress or who just want to take a study break. … to swipe in at the Waldo Library front door when entering between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m. each day. For more information , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46381

WMU precision flight team takes flight with national top five finish, lifelong industry connections

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… in flight events. The judges’ trophy scores team depth by assigning points to each competitor’s placement in all events, … work and dedication that the team showed this year. As always, each competition season poses its own set of … Besides honing his skills as an aviator, senior  Daniel Souppa says he has made valuable networking connections …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/05/2025-sky-broncos-national-safecon-top-five-finish