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Future educators hit the ropes course to enhance collaboration skills

College of Education and Human Development

… course to enhance collaboration skills Submitted by Chris Hybels on TRIO FESP students, left to right, Chloe … Liv Anzaldua prepares to walk across the Z-shaped balance beam. Maggie Walters, director of the Adventure Centre  at Pretty …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71574

Fashion startup focused on sustainability wins WMU's business pitch competition

Haworth College of Business

… winning was encouraging and motivating. This summer I will be working strictly on my business, focusing on growth. Once … prize went to Rocket Race, a company pitched by sophomore Benjamin Buell , an industrial and entrepreneurial … major from Vicksburg. His partners, first year student Robert Doran , from Davisburg, and sophomore Noah Franchak , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52258

From spores to scores: WMU grad student cultivates connection through mycology, music

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… mycology, music Submitted by Erin Flynn on Gabrielle Cerberville holds a mushroom found at Kleinstuck Preserve, a … creative alchemist, mycologist— Gabrielle Cerberville wears many hats. Her fungal forays in the forest … puffball mushrooms for pizza crust or baring bounties beneath bark. But at heart, Cerberville is still a kid …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66721

WMU student recognized by Google, takes first place in competition

Haworth College of Business

… focuses on global student collaboration and communication best practices in a virtual environment, with companies such … place where they could have the most impact with their suggestions. Evaluating Google’s most active social accounts—Instagram, Facebook and YouTube—the team looked at how the company could use content …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66824

WMU first Michigan campus to bring live visual interpreting to users 24/7

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… a sighted assistant to help. This fall, the University became the first institution in the state to take assisting … person-to-person visual interpreting instantly. “It has been a game changer,” adds Marques, who lives with her … Victor Marques , M.A.’21, who is also visually impaired. “Before the app, I would have had to wait to get a sighted …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73591

Take a stroll around Western's campuses to see what's new

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… Here is a glimpse of how things are looking since they've been gone. A true campus favorite, Miller Plaza Fountain. … dining facility is coming along too. The project is set to be complete in August 2022.  And hey, did you know it will … Lee Honors College near Rood Hall? Get excited, an even bigger dino is on the way! Check out the new Aviation …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65100

National organization recognizes WMU advertising and promotion students

Haworth College of Business

… This is the third consecutive year that WMU students have been chosen to participate in the prestigious program. … academic and professional achievements. The students will be honored at a ceremony during the program Monday through … multiple viewpoints and find innovative solutions and the best outcomes for any project." Both students credit their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/45004

WMU named one of top 100 schools for veterans by Military Times

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University has been named one of the nation's top colleges for veterans by … came in at No. 99 on the publication group's Military Times Best: Colleges 2018 rankings, formerly known as the Best for … two partners—Kalamazoo Valley Community College and Kellogg Community College. This was the first VetSuccess program …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/44012

Putting her skills to the test at Boeing

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… years at WMU taught me to keep to it even if you are struggling. Showing up every day and being persistent has been a theme throughout my career.”  Now, as senior leader …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70791

Array of volunteering opportunities lead to 'eye-opening' experiences

W Magazine

… Submitted by Deanne Puca on From March through December, students practice regenerative agricultural techniques … years. “This is a great resume builder that students have been able to leverage into future employment opportunities,” … Alaskans. To prepare, student volunteers passed exams to be certified through the Internal Revenue Service, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75863