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Western Herald editor wins prestigious national journalism fellowship

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… how it impacts their real lives." By mid-April, fellows are each expected to produce a story for local audiences …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45225

Dance emerita honored for advocacy

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… in advancing and supporting dance in the greater Kalamazoo area through volunteerism, philanthropy, artistic … distinguishes the WMU dance program from its peers and prepares students for vibrant professional careers in dance and related fields. WMU recognized her …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45267

Investment, pandemic pivot spur success for genomics company

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… initially formed a solid foundation in the skin care industry before diversifying into clinical genetic … time, it helped Genemarkers thrive. With demand reaching upward of 20,000 tests per week, the operation grew from … and friends who have started their own ventures in bigger cities missed out on. The Genemarkers staff has grown …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64148

Far out! Researchers at Western testing technology to propel NASA deeper into space

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… NASA deeper into space Submitted by Erin Flynn on Margaret Mooney, left, and Dr. Kristina Lemmer stand with a … to gas to create a charged plasma, powering thrusters to hurl a spacecraft beyond Earth's orbit. While shuttles … of these propulsion systems, and they're actually the biggest failure mechanisms. So figuring out what drives those …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63430

Moving into the next phase for voice-activated technology accessibility

Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences

… life," she says. "This technology is embedded in our healthcare system, in the cars we drive and in the phones we use. … on reducing disparities in health and quality of life that are often associated with stuttering. As co-PI on the … differences, those that she has focused on throughout her career. "People who stutter deserve to live their lives as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74666

Defining your success

Haworth College of Business

… not common in many U.S. households, which is why bringing awareness to the matter is important for professionals. The opportunities to help people are limitless.” Studying to be a thriving member of this … was the one who introduced me to financial planning as a career and he’s also the one who is always sharing new …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69900

Broncos gather near and far to experience total solar eclipse

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… a watch party on campus. Campus provided ample grassy areas to lounge and take in the celestial event. The Dino … campus with their eyes fixed on the sky to witness a rare solar eclipse in near totality. "It got weirdly cold and … faculty and staff brought out blankets and lawn chairs, shared eclipse viewing glasses and joined in mini watch …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75385

Mary Ghazarian’s advocacy for a better world

Haworth College of Business

… a unified world has been stirring since she began her career at Western Michigan University. Majoring in human … to the Kalamazoo community. “One of my current career goals is to combine my passion to aid in the displaced … a global context for business. “I’ve been able to get a clearer cross-cultural understanding of how people work and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69889

Geography professor wins two prestigious national awards

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… than Joe, and his excellence in teaching and leadership are exemplary and beyond reproach." The National Council for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39997

Director of WMU athletics next up in community breakfast series

Haworth College of Business

… public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-6059 or at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39685