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WMU launches new effort to advance climate commitment

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… on this, everything is telling us we need to reevaluate what we're doing and what that goal is." The University is … the year 2030. Taking such an aggressive approach, however, does not come without costs. That's why the committee will … "This is the year of climate," Keele says. "This is the time to address this." For more WMU news, arts and events , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55956

Biological sciences doctoral candidate journeys from childhood microscopes to cutting-edge research

College of Arts and Sciences

… to learn more.  “I had a little microscope where I could go out and cut leaves, put them on glass slides and make wet … think that discovery, where you’re the only one who knows what you found, is so cool,” says Hack. “I don't really know … what I can do, which has been really nice.” Throughout her time at Western, Hack has garnered numerous accolades, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73663

Fort St. Joseph receives Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation

College of Arts and Sciences

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/ftstjoseph-governorsaward

Autonomous vehicle research rolling onto WMU campus

News

… bringing together our research and academic missions." What to Expect The first shuttle arrived on campus Thursday, … will be working on mapping and setup. The technology does not involve a driver, pedals or a steering wheel. A safety operator will, however, be on board at all times, ready to implement one of eight emergency stops if …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55431

Grad student who lost sight finds hope in transforming rehabilitation for the blind

News

… It's a jarring contrast to his life less than a decade ago—a college dropout working a retail job he disliked with … high that I actually survived the attack," he says. "That's what carried me for a long time. So, when that euphoria fell away, I was already …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64537

The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences celebrates 60 years of excellence 

College of Arts and Sciences

… of the Michigan Geological Survey to WMU. Around the same time, the department developed a focus on hydrogeology and … rock, mineral, energy and water resources for the public good. Housing the MGS at WMU provides students and faculty … the department continues to offer course-based trips to the Upper Peninsula, Kentucky and Ohio, Wisconsin, and other …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/12/geos-60th

Self-watering planters sow seeds of sustainability across campus

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… to escape. It meant they needed to be watered three to four times a week—sometimes daily in the hot summer weather. The … ahead of time to get all of the pots and flats ready to go. "The biggest challenge was space or, more specifically, … her voice cracking with emotion. "(Projects like) this are what I did it for. I want people to be aware. When these …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64318

Trevor Block: The MBA offers a higher degree of experience

Haworth College of Business

… an MBA is a strategic decision to become even better at what he does. Previously in his career, he fund-raised for business … how to structure coursework and manage life at the same time. I feel very fortunate to have her as a resource as I …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/08/trevor-block-mba

Reading, writing and reflecting on service learning

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… the way most college students choose to spend their free time. But Western Michigan University business student Sam … "Simply put, having volunteers like Sam means we can do what we do." A Learning Experience The chance to help kids … that out the first couple of weeks," says McGrath. While it doesn't directly fit with her career goals, McGrath says she …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53333

Product design students envisioning future of mobility with Eaton partnership

W Magazine

… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Flying cars. Automated supply systems coordinating robot deliveries. Undersea living … Institute for Design and Innovation —is envisioning what the world might look like in 50 years. Sunki Hong, … so that this community can grow in its foundation of having good, strong design opportunities,” says Phil Goodwin, a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59592