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Seniors take the runway in student-designed accessible outfits

College of Education and Human Development

… Seniors take the runway in student-designed accessible outfits Submitted by … students from Western Michigan University's Merchandising Opportunities & Design Association (MODA) and Student … "The designer also made a duster to go over it. She got the material for it and made it custom to what Sharon was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73776

Gaining marketable skills as a student staffer

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… by Erin Flynn on Katelynn Brandt, a student employee in landscape services, distributes mulch on campus. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Back to campus … Student supervisors are encouraged to reach out to Dr. Ewa Urban , interim co-director of Career and Student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54716

Two receive WMU’s highest honor for teaching

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… exceptional educators and mentors and demonstrating outstanding dedication in their work. Allison Downey , associate … as the recipients of this year's Distinguished Teaching Awards during WMU's Academic Convocation at 2 p.m. Friday, … lost in the past control over their ancestral remains and material culture. "In partnering with tribal communities in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27321

From outlawed to sustainable: Fashion student's outfit from hemp to be featured in touring exhibit

College of Education and Human Development

… exhibit Submitted by Chris Hybels on Covell sews together different patches of hemp. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The use of hemp … past. While commonly grown and used for centuries, the material was outlawed during the country's harsh ' War on Drugs '. So …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/09/fashion-design-student-hemp-exhibit-winner

New on-campus thrift store supports sustainability, affordability

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… sustainability, affordability Submitted by Erin Flynn on Maddie Christians, S.H.E. Shed creator, and Brianna McCann, … in the Office for Sustainability, show off some of the wares available at the on-campus thrift store. KALAMAZOO, … Books for Broncos , which helps students access course materials and textbooks; Student Health Assistance Fund , …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/campus-thrift-store-opens-sustainability-housing-equipment-she-shed

Duo leading new venture and supporting students along the way

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Duo leading new venture and supporting students along the way … of worrying less about where and how we’re going to get materials, and focus more on the finished product,” says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67020

Dedication scheduled for new main campus icon

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… Dedication scheduled for new main campus icon Submitted by … (not verified) on Rendering of the icon with finished landscape and water feature KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Efforts are in full swing to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23020

From Lake Michigan to the Skies: The Journey of Two WMU Aviation Alumni Soaring with Delta

College of Aviation

… They came from opposite sides of Lake Michigan.  Their bond was forged in the welcoming and caring environment of the … in-state," she says, "and could easily transfer my MIAT credits.  To be frank, I had no idea how great the program was … the students could effectively grasp and understand the material.  We all did the best we could under that …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/02/abuzir-quandt

Preparing to prosper: Broncos get resume-worthy experience through internships

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… through internships Submitted by Erin Flynn on Hannah Kalleward, center, is helping develop safety procedures for … innovative impacts on their industries while gaining extraordinary knowledge both in and out of the classroom. Md Marsad … companies and organizations like Stryker, Kellogg’s, Eaton, Landscape Forms, Ascension Borgess, Bronson Healthcare, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68872

'Ultra Reflection' student fashion show takes sustainability to the stage

College of Education and Human Development

… Backstage designers helped models get show-ready for the runway. Model Kennedy Johnson prepares for the show. With 17 … shows off a look on the runway. Members of the sold-out audience take video as model Ally Wilson walks the runway. … design student, drew inspiration for her line from vintage materials. "I thrifted a whole bunch of jean material, which …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71360