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Inspired by alumni grandparents, future Bronco aims to take wing as pilot

First-Year Faces

… let me sit in the co-pilot seat—and I knew then that this was what I wanted to do with my life.” Her aspirations will … “It all depends on how busy my freshman year will be and what I can fit in. But I enjoy lacrosse, swimming, soccer, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68369

Western students engage with state legislators at environmental policy town hall

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… Western students engage with state legislators at environmental policy town hall Submitted by Erin … groundwork for how I can speak to my representatives and what I need to be speaking to them about. It opened up this … students as well as constituents," Keele says. "My biggest goal is to open students up to the experience, (teach …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66596

Interdisciplinary faculty cohort works to expand project-based learning at WMU

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… Interdisciplinary faculty cohort works to expand project-based … or even policymakers to see how their ideas translate to what can be done in the real world." In addition to … project-based learning in the past and is excited to apply what he's learned in the workshop to ramp up the impact. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/interdisciplinary-faculty-project-based-learning-wmux

Campus community, alumni welcomed to homecoming week events ahead of game

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… faculty and staff are gathering across campus under this year’s theme, “Home Sweet Home,” to welcome alumni, … early days: How did Western expand across Stadium Drive? What was here before it became Main Campus? Parking is … lots adjacent to the Bernhard Center. Wednesday, Oct. 12 "What is (American) football," a cultural workshop primarily …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69383

10 ways to use the Libraries in your course

University Libraries

… the next semester. Here are ten ways you can make use of what we offer. 1. Schedule a library instruction session for … learning outcomes for your class. You can also request a visit to our Zhang Legacy Collections Center  to give your … 3. Introduce your students to some of our research specialists We have experts who can help your students find and …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2024/12/10-ways-libraries-can-help

WMU alumnus breaks new ground with unique flooring business

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… that are ripe for change or improvement. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—This week's Broncos Building Businesses entrepreneurship story … complete prorate statements, rate installers and more. What was the most valuable part of your WMU experience? … when you had the time. I feel like this is one of the biggest lessons for starting a business. What's the biggest …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48159

Nearly 180 students recognized for global engagement on WMU’s campus

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… by Elizabeth Braaksma on   KALAMAZOO – Graduating senior Reggie Dancy wants people to know that studying abroad is not only something every student at Western Michigan … times, and I really feel passionate about the GEP and what the GEP is doing—that’s helping you to be independent …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/04/gep-awards-2025

WMU researcher wins $800,000 NSF grant to assess education efforts

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… of educational leadership, research and technology, is heading a team of researchers from WMU, the Biological … we're always asking and trying to answer questions about what works," Spybrook says. "What science program is most effective? What professional …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/29895

Taboo topics course uses dialogue to break through barriers

W Magazine

… Kalamazoo breakfast eatery, Claire Hernandez found herself listening to a friend contemplate committing suicide. The … Taboo Topics in 2015 and currently serves as the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s Racial Equity Program officer.  Outsiders, … learn about topics so contemptible and controversial, and what educational value do those lessons offer? Mangrum says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59619

WMU grad student wins coveted NEA creative writing fellowship

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… KALAMAZOO—A Western Michigan University graduate student is one of 40 people nationwide to be awarded a 2013 National … is language," she says. "I love language and I love seeing what language can make happen in terms of creating … But I think part of my love for poetry is that it's what I do to learn how to live. I can't answer my questions …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3834