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WMU experts in medicine, engineering and communication earn national recognition for efforts to reduce medication dosing errors for children
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… left are KC Christopher, Dr. Bryan Harmer, Dr. Autumn Edwards, Dr. John Hoyle, Dr. Tycho Fredericks, Dr. Lee Wells, … a solution that delivers meaningful change. The team was recognized by the National Association of EMS Physicians … in industrial engineering at WMU and affiliate faculty at Grand Valley State University Adam Lecznar , Ph.D. student …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/02/medicine-engineering-national-award
Newly designed program in organizational change leadership offered
News
… main campus as well as its regional locations in Grand Rapids and Metro Detroit. The Master of Arts in … location in Auburn Hills as well as its WMU-Grand Rapids Beltline location. Chai notes that the … adapt to organizational change, they include people who want to sharpen their existing skills or are transitioning …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40184
Champion for college: Grad student wins statewide award for guiding high schoolers
College of Education and Human Development
… Champion for college: Grad student wins statewide award for guiding high schoolers Submitted by Chris Hybels on … received the Michigan College Access Network’s Ombudsman Award. She was recognized for her outstanding contributions … shows up in how I advise—lots of listening, realistic goal-setting and meeting students where they are. I focused on …
https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/12/college-education-advisor-malitta-dillard-award-hesa-student
Founder of engineering firm to speak about sustainable business
Haworth College of Business
… Anonymous (not verified) on Keller KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The executive of a Michigan-based engineering firm will be on … and transparency. Cascade Engineering Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Cascade Engineering is comprised of nine … including automotive, commercial truck and bus, solid waste and recycling, furniture, and material handling. With …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36524
WMU Board of Trustees to meet in formal session Thursday, Dec. 4
News
… Mich.—Western Michigan University’s Board of Trustees is set to convene at noon on Thursday, Dec. 4 , in the WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/12/wmu-board-meets-dec-4-2025
WMU’s Food Marketing Conference to draw over 700 industry leaders
Haworth College of Business
… and 12 , and is expected to draw more than 700 industry executives to DeVos Place in Grand Rapids. Once again this year, the conference is … conference theme "People, Purpose and Passion: The Pathway to Success." Registration is ongoing at …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30897
Growing your own at Western: Bolstering the education workforce
W Magazine
… the education workforce Submitted by Megan Looker on GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.— Kristi VanderWoude is working to … “The best thing about what we’re learning is that we don’t want kids to replace their original language. We want them to be multilingual and use both languages.” says …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73397
George 'Stewart' Johnson obituary
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… George 'Stewart' Johnson obituary Submitted by Deanne Puca on Johnson George "Stewart" Johnson , a former Western Michigan University faculty member, died Aug. 6 . He was 96. Johnson, of Grand Rapids and Spring Lake, joined the WMU faculty in 1960 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42231
WMU's Heritage Hall garners highest green building ranking
News
… building ranking. Historic Heritage Hall The University was notified June 2 by the U.S. Green Building Council, … into one of the most efficient in the region and state. "We set out to honor our campus and community's history and … that oversaw the renovation of the Michigan Capitol and the Grand Hotel. Christman Co. was the construction firm that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40423
WMU received nearly $2 million in externally funded awards in April
News
… WMU received nearly $2 million in externally funded awards in April Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … at their June 3 meeting. Grants for research led the way, passing the $1.3 million mark, while grants for public … for academic support came in at $53,700, bringing the grand total of fiscal-year-to-date externally funded awards …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24633