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Work by WMU may reduce US dependency on China for critical minerals

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… verified) on These rare earth oxides are used as tracers to determine which parts of a watershed are eroding. Clockwise from top center: … are essential for producing everything from washing machines, energy-efficient light bulbs and smartphones to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53988

Student, actor, advocate: Margaux Wellman takes leading role in breaking down barriers for people with disabilities

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… Student, actor, advocate: Margaux Wellman takes leading role in … that I have cerebral palsy, and the first person they see walk on stage is me—whoa! What does that do?" Wellman says. … of disorders that affect movement and muscle tone. When she was younger, she underwent several surgeries and used a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64331

Rising senior awarded coveted $10,000 national scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… Rising senior awarded coveted $10,000 national scholarship Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Larson KALAMAZOO—A Western Michigan University … and computer information systems major, was selected to receive the 2017-18 Gary L. Buffington Memorial …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38963

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in May

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Congress on Medieval Studies, and a wide variety of chances to enjoy international cuisine and music. Opportunities to get globally engaged are published weekly at … Student Activities. Help welcome new international students to campus by offering a friendly smile or a helping hand to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39594

‘Their energy is very powerful’: Guest artist choreographs special performance for Western’s Winter Gala Dance Concert

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… emotion—the best performances keep the audience on their toes as much as the dancers. "I want the audience to be surprised. The music and movement … as if you can't see what the next part is that's coming. I want them to feel the intensity from the stage," says Noelle …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67175

WMU business professors see signs of economic recovery amid pandemic

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… upended life as we know it and sent the global economy into a tailspin. Unprecedented business shutdowns halted … in, there are signs of hope the U.S. economy is on its way to recovery. Unemployment is decreasing, jobs are being … now struggling with COVID. What happens if there's a second wave? What if vaccines don't get approved until next year? …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60747

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities this month

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Highlights include welcoming international students to campus through English-language practice and winter … to be locally oriented and globally competent, culturally aware, and ready to contribute to world knowledge and … one of the most successful outreach strategies in working toward this goal. Request a classroom presentation Call for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37213

WMU opens manufacturing lab in downtown Grand Rapids

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… WMU opens manufacturing lab in downtown Grand Rapids Submitted by Paula M. Davis on The … advanced manufacturing workforce," WMU President Edward Montgomery says. "WMU is excited to collaborate with … for individuals to earn college credits to be used toward a degree or certification. The facility includes 3D …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49178

Sky Broncos tie for fifth in 2024 national flight competition

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… Western Michigan University’s precision flight team, soared to the top five of the leaderboard in a national contest in Janesville, Wisconsin. The 15-member team tied for … while points earned for top 20 placings in each event go toward the championship title.   View the results “I am very …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75622

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 Submitted by Cindy Wagner on   “Their mentoring and donation have granted our team the unusual …

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