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WMU launches new effort to advance climate commitment
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… on this, everything is telling us we need to reevaluate what we're doing and what that goal is." The University is … the year 2030. Taking such an aggressive approach, however, does not come without costs. That's why the committee will … "This is the year of climate," Keele says. "This is the time to address this." For more WMU news, arts and events , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55956
Biological sciences doctoral candidate journeys from childhood microscopes to cutting-edge research
College of Arts and Sciences
… to learn more. “I had a little microscope where I could go out and cut leaves, put them on glass slides and make wet … think that discovery, where you’re the only one who knows what you found, is so cool,” says Hack. “I don't really know … what I can do, which has been really nice.” Throughout her time at Western, Hack has garnered numerous accolades, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73663
Grad student who lost sight finds hope in transforming rehabilitation for the blind
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… It's a jarring contrast to his life less than a decade ago—a college dropout working a retail job he disliked with … high that I actually survived the attack," he says. "That's what carried me for a long time. So, when that euphoria fell away, I was already …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64537
Students turn ideas into market-ready products at RID+I’s Venture Studio
Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation
… semester that culminated at the Inspired Home Show in Chicago. In the Venture Studio, students dig deeper into their … the program, is developing a wearable translation device. What began as a single earbud with a camera has evolved … familiar with the professional design world. "The first time I pitched, I was quite honestly a little nervous,” said …
https://wmich.edu/designinstitute/news/2025/04/venture-studio
Making 'work from home' work for you
W Magazine
… the absence of a dedicated home office, many of us grabbed what we could and set up makeshift workstations at the … of weeks turned into several months. Some of us might not go back to the office until next year, or even at all, as a … Ideally, you should sit for no more than 20 minutes at a time before taking a break. Some researchers suggest that we …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62168
Malaysian student comes ‘full circle’ in his study of American politics
International Student and Scholar Services
… U.S. Capitol attack, Cheng Kidd Sun landed alone at Chicago O'Hare International Airport. It marked his arrival in a … Sun watched news of the Capitol attack unfold in real-time. The scene reminded him of the political instability he … the Sheraton Move, w as akin to a non-violent political coup. It resulted in internal divisions within Malaysia's …
https://wmich.edu/international/news/2024/11/international-cheng-kidd-sun
Self-watering planters sow seeds of sustainability across campus
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… to escape. It meant they needed to be watered three to four times a week—sometimes daily in the hot summer weather. The … ahead of time to get all of the pots and flats ready to go. "The biggest challenge was space or, more specifically, … her voice cracking with emotion. "(Projects like) this are what I did it for. I want people to be aware. When these …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64318
Product design students envisioning future of mobility with Eaton partnership
W Magazine
… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Flying cars. Automated supply systems coordinating robot deliveries. Undersea living … Institute for Design and Innovation —is envisioning what the world might look like in 50 years. Sunki Hong, … so that this community can grow in its foundation of having good, strong design opportunities,” says Phil Goodwin, a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59592
Winter closure policy: Staying warm and informed at Western during winter 2024-25
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… weather is just around the corner, and now is a good time to review Western Michigan University's closure … operations will continue as scheduled. When the University does close, regardless of the reason, the closure is …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/11/winter-closure-information-2025
A future to smile about: Aviation grad on fast track to flight deck
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… will give you a jump-start on your career, shorten your time at a regional carrier and get you to one of those … four years, and I thought that was pretty cool. So, I was going to go to college pre-dental and then become an … feeling instantly at home on Western's Main Campus. But what really solidified her future as a Bronco was her …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73692