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Michigan mom finds fix for cold, wet winters

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… on Smoots is part of the less than 7 percent of women who are sole patent holders in the United States. KALAMAZOO, … Mich.—After years of dealing with her children's soggy mittens and stinky winter boots, Western Michigan University alumna Karen Smoots longed for a sustainable, quick and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47805

Graduate student pushes the boundaries of traditional music genres with 'Tango Avenue'

W Magazine

… a dance with a cliché rose in the mouth. Most of my pieces are not meant to be danced to,” says the graduate student. … possible!” says Kozhevnikova. She and the band—all but one are current Western students or alumni—spent seven hours … “Also, I realized that a lot of my fellow musicians struggled because of the pandemic, so I tried to support them in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63905

Annual festival brings theatre artists from across Midwest to campus

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… in the Gilmore Theatre Complex. Tickets and reservations are not necessary. The festival combines resources with … new works. It is very exciting for audience members to share work early in its life. It offers great insight into the … reading as part of the festival. Plays to be featured are: Friday, June 15, 7 p.m. ,"Faith in a Fallen World" by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47468

Spring 2024 career fairs connect Western students with hundreds of employers

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… Spring 2024 career fairs connect Western students with hundreds of … as well as internships and co-op positions during spring career fairs beginning Tuesday, Feb. 6 . The Western Michigan … Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The biggest spring event is the annual spring Career Fair in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74469

Accountancy students take first and third at regional competition

Haworth College of Business

… on WMU accountancy students in front row, left to right, are Shannon Hill, Likun Sun, Jessica Chin, Angela Middaugh, … Mehta and Kevin Silitonga. In back row, left to right, are Lori Terrell, Shelby Christian, Max Fiebelkorn, Adrian … on progress with their membership requirements The Career Fair Plus app, which complements the chapter's Meet …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53127

Student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation

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… entrepreneurs from Western Michigan University are being recognized for their innovative business ideas. … specializing in sportbikes and supersports. The products are designed to provide a more comfortable and superior riding experience. “Noah and I are very honored and thankful for the Brian Thomas Award,” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59392

Self-watering planters sow seeds of sustainability across campus

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… for Landscape Services as well as water usage. The planters are made of recycled plastic and carpet and include a … only need water every two to three weeks on average. "These are self-contained. When we fill them with water, we can add … time to get all of the pots and flats ready to go. "The biggest challenge was space or, more specifically, lack of …

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

Doctoral student earns recognition for research

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… “The research findings, with their practical implications, are anticipated to enhance understanding of pedestrian crash … focuses on the safety assessment of road users who are at high risk of crash involvement and are classified due to their limited ability to respond in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75926

WMU closes all campuses, cancels classes for second day due to ice storm

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… services, all Western Michigan University campuses are closed and there will be no classes on Thursday, Feb. 23 , due to an ice storm in the area. This is the fifth time in recent history that the … is canceled. Those who have posted items to the calendar are expected to update the event post to indicate whether …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70876

Expedited counseling psychology master’s program now offered to meet industry demand

College of Education and Human Development

… alarming trend in high mental health issues. Western is prepared to meet this demand by making it easier to obtain your … Graduates of the accelerated counseling psychology program are eligible for a state of Michigan license as a limited licensed psychologist. Courses are offered in-person on WMU’s Main Campus and online. A …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72294