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Help session scheduled on new Library Search engine

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… the new Library Search engine, a simplified and centralized way to conduct research. Introduced in May, the tool may be … expanded results for books, articles and audio visual materials. All items retrieved by searches should be … The remaining session will take place in Room 2809 of the Swain Education Library and is set for 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26772

WMU Haworth faculty adopt Open Educational Resources to save students money

Haworth College of Business

… by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Once upon a time, it was a rite of passage for college students to shell out … costs, universities and faculty members are looking for ways to make sure students have access to the materials they need to be successful in the classroom . E …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/03/wmu-haworth-faculty-oer

WMU co-leading new NSF-funded center dedicated to advancing sustainable packaging

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… packaging Submitted by Liz VandenHeede on Dr. Jason Wang (right), senior research associate, and Qaseem Haider … to pressing issues related to the amount of plastic waste and plastic-coated paper waste produced in the United … the NSF, is dedicated to advancing sustainable packaging materials and circular economy solutions. The center …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/08/center-plastic-paper-hybrid-end-life-solutions

University Libraries acquires David Small and Sarah Stewart archive

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… University Libraries acquires David Small and Sarah Stewart archive Submitted by Deanne Puca on Author and illustrator David Small and author Sarah Stewart KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The University Libraries has acquired … and complexity, the collection will become available as materials are cataloged and prepared for public use. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/57699

Three WMU faculty earn prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Three WMU faculty earn prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards Submitted by John Sweeney on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Three … Alpes University. Her research focuses on superconductors, materials capable of carrying electricity with zero energy … with scholars, musicians and composers here is deeply rewarding,” he says. “It fosters personal growth and opens new …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/01/fulbright-scholar-awardees

From a ‘shot in the dark’ to a national honor: Inside one Bronco’s summer at SmithGroup

Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation

… Mich.— Abby Naugle almost didn’t apply. The scholarship was national, the firm was one she had studied in class, and graduate students were … that we are able to do a lot more than just pick out materiality has been really important.” She is spending her …

https://wmich.edu/designinstitute/news/2026/08/interior-design-smithgroup-internship

Passion in research: Yomi Nathan’s journey to finding his niche

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… College, which he chose because of the accessible pathway it offered to begin his education. He eventually … the Haenicke Scholarship.    “From a young age, I knew I wanted to become an engineer, though I was initially … into interdisciplinary biomedical research that integrates materials science, fluid mechanics and electromagnetic …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/03/yomi-nathan-mechanical-engineering

Online occupational therapy journal taking shape

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… University, and scholars of all kinds are invited to submit material for publication. The inaugural issue of the Open … the WMU Department of Occupational Therapy, part of which was set aside for innovative projects. The journal will be … OT scholars are encouraged to submit, and an annual award will be given to the best article by a student or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/166

Kalamazoo Film Society presents 'Amour'

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… is $5. Critically acclaimed and the recipient of multiple awards, "Amour" is a profound look at life and love. … Michael Haneke, the film is rated PG-13 for mature thematic material and has a run time of 127 minutes. Parking and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6295

WMU Cold Case Program recognized as national benchmark for student-police partnerships

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… Association training in Grand Rapids. “WMU’s program was ahead of its time in the development of student-involved … both law enforcement and the University,” he says. “I’ve always had a passion for investigation, and to see these cold … department’s work with Western students.   “We got the case material from the detectives, and then the students acted as …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/06/cold-case-program-national-benchmark-international-homicide-investigators