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Western engineering alum helps power next frontier of military defense in Space Force

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… space. Western Michigan University alumnus Lt. James Mostek was among the first service members recruited to the team. "Ever since I was a little kid, I've always been super interested in space … Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, where he does research and design work on rocket engines as a developmental engineer. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66119

Two WMU faculty engineers garner MEDC funding for early-stage work

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… and Dr. Pavel Ikonomov , associate professor of engineering design, manufacturing and management systems, were announced … technology transfer office to advance their technologies toward commercialization. Funds can be used to prove project … relations director. Beside the two WMU researchers, awards in the first funding round of the ADVANCE Program also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43887

STEM-focused family event returns to WMU-Grand Rapids

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… RAPIDS, Mich.—From building motorized Lego creations to watching robots in action, Western Michigan University-Grand … of curiosity-provoking hands-on activities. Families watch the Amp Lab's "Jenga machine" in action during the … learn about rewarding opportunities for future engineers, designers and skilled workers in West Michigan,” says Dr. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71219

Secretary turned teacher finds success with new expedited special education program

College of Education and Human Development

… to be a special education teacher. I didn't know how it was going to happen," says  Austin Giles . Starting as a secretary in Portage Public Schools (PPS), Giles knew he wanted to be a teacher. Unsure how and where to start, he … faculty worked closely with local school personnel to design the format of this program with flexibility and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74283

Graduate student recognized by traffic safety organization

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… by traffic safety organization Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Norran Novat KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Norran Novat , a … Traffic Safety Scholar by the Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety. “I am deeply honored, humbled and excited to … A channelized right turn such as those in roundabouts are designed to nearly free-flow, right-turn . Novat’s research …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75328

WMU student receives $10,000 fellowship

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… WMU student receives $10,000 fellowship Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A recent Western Michigan … his time at Western, and is a worthy recipient of this award,” says Dr. Damon Miller , associate professor of … led by Masihi. He worked with senior engineering design team members, Hakan Dogdu and Matthew Haley, to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75453

Dedication set for Zhang Legacy Collections Center

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… at 1650 Oakland Drive , just north of the intersection of Howard Street and Oakland Drive on the grounds of the former … In addition to being an educational asset, the new center was designed to be a community resource that will be an easily …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10119

Approaching graduation with a plan to keep learning

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… graduation with a plan to keep learning Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Senior Andrew McCabe is approaching graduation but … “Just because I haven’t learned it yet doesn’t mean I don’t want to or won’t seek it out in the future,” he says. … learning and never be bored and never be doing the same design. It’s very exciting.” McCabe’s love of learning is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66454

Student entrepreneurs clinch e-Fest prize

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… Orion, and mechanical engineering student Noah Schultz , of Washington, Michigan, earned a $3,000 prize from the Schulze … in March. Their venture company, Ethereal Motion, LLC, was one of 25 finalists in the 2020 competition to receive … in sportbikes and supersports. The products are designed to provide a more comfortable and superior riding …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58873

Manchester native finds home on WMU pitch

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… play in stadiums and on fields that are not even as big as Waldo Stadium. I am grateful for this opportunity to play at … Hatcliffe can’t remember a time in her life when she wasn’t playing soccer regularly. When she was just 12 years … It hosts a variety of global learning activities, such as designing and promoting scholarship and academic …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/03/nicole-hatcliffe-spotlight