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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
News
… 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
News
… 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
News
… 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
News
… 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