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Research opportunities, campus involvement set biomedical sciences student up for success as future pediatric heart surgeon

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… provided to help students find universities that aligned with their priorities and interests. She knew medical school … become a pediatric heart surgeon after seeing a cousin born with a heart condition endure multiple transplants. Filpi … me," says Filpi, who will graduate on Saturday, Dec. 17 , with a bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences. "I didn't …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70165

Dance students join pros for Chicago performance

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Students practice with DanceWorks professionals KALAMAZOO—Seven Western … will travel to Chicago on Wednesday, Jan. 11, to rehearse with members of DanceWorks Chicago prior to the Harris … are very excited about this opportunity to share the stage with DanceWorks Chicago," says Nina Nelson , chair of WMU's …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/47

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

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… vision has opened Robert Parsons' eyes to a future filled with purpose and promise. Earning two master's degrees from … ago—a college dropout working a retail job he disliked with no real career aspirations. His life was nearly cut … shift in career trajectory to a counselor he was connected with during his recovery. "My rehabilitation counselor was …

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

Engineers Without Borders group elevating STEM in the community

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Engineers Without Borders group elevating STEM in the community … as a Second Language program explored STEM activities with WMU's Engineers Without Borders student organization. Courtesy: Kalamazoo …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69256

Associate professor inducted into Marquis' Who's Who for top professors in Michigan

College of Education and Human Development

… on the academic and emotional issues first-year students with learning disabilities experience in their transition … high school to college. In her research, she has worked with neurodivergent student populations, students diagnosed with autism, and students diagnosed with other …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75602

Molding next generation of artists, Morean Ceramics Research Center draws national talent to lead workshops

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… Summer workshops give students the opportunity to interact with and learn from nationally recognized artists. Students … exploration during summer workshops by bringing in artists with diverse points of view. The summer workshop is open to … instructor Alex Zablocki encouraged students to experiment with glaze. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A life-sized luchador sculpture …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75741

Activist to highlight spring Lyceum Lecture series at WMU

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… Wednesday in the Lee Honors College lounge, will kick off with "Taking Inspiration from Women of the Civil Rights … relation to higher education. Keynote address "An Evening with Sybrina Fulton" will take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday, … Enforcement on Campus and in the Community: A Dialogue," with Chief Jeffrey Hadley, Kalamazoo Department of Public …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37365

Mentorship and externship in the era of COVID-19

Haworth College of Business

… but it is about much more than the connections made with employers in a variety of industries. Students receive … This year, being a peer mentor took an unexpected turn, with mentors helping to provide workshops and preparation … roles as both students and mentors, they answered ‘yes’ with a commitment that was truly impressive.” James Rubio …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59337

Logan Burgos: hitting a homerun in sports marketing

Haworth College of Business

… Amerant Bank Arena, home of the NHL Florida Panthers With a dream to work in game presentation and provide sports fans with a great game day experience, Burgos has gained a foothold through his internship with the Battle Creek Battle Jacks , part of the Northwoods …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75461

Students win two categories, $10,000 in statewide competition

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… by the University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship, with semifinalist and finalist judging held in February. The … provides funding to dozens of student and faculty-led teams with innovative, renewable energy ideas. The challenge … a six-month program. "Our students did an incredible job with this year's challenge," says Barcley Johnson , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5569