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Student innovation on display at capstone event

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Engineering Design Conference when graduating seniors showcased the innovative projects that put their knowledge … gap between those who use sign language and those who don't. “We learned how significant of a change e-textile can … Matthew Bergstrom, James Peter and Jessica Schneider worked with Matt Johnson from Fleis & VandenBrink to …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/senior-engineering-design-fall-2024

WMU professor's research paves the way to improving pedestrian safety nationwide

W Magazine

… Flynn on It’s not why the chicken crossed the road, but how drivers behaved when it did, that interests Dr. Ron Van … Much of the recognition Van Houten is receiving is for his work developing the gateway treatment—placing signs on the … You've got to get people to believe first, because if they don't, they're going to fight it." Word quickly spread, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57296

Fashion program hosts annual career week giving students an inside look at the industry

College of Education and Human Development

… Relative Ways and The Waiting Room, shared his experience working with brands and owning a retail store. Kelly … variety of different classes to speak about what it is they do in their job,” explained Kelly Weathers , faculty … world. It is one thing when I tell them what the job is or how the industry works; it is another thing when a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71206

America's drift away from equal opportunity to be discussed

News

… later this month to present a talk that focuses on how America is drifting further away from the ideal of equal opportunity and what local communities can do to reverse this trend. Dr. Richard V. Reeves , who … team for the ambitious initiative, says considerable good work is currently being done to address each of those …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23269

Western students break down barriers through music with United Sound

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… Western students break down barriers through music with United Sound Submitted by … musicians from Western Michigan University steals the show. "I almost cried at the end; I definitely teared up a … the program, which mainly operates in high schools, and worked with the national founder to expand it to the college …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70294

Western community celebrates outstanding observations in CDC study on campus

W Magazine

… impact mask mandates are having on campuses, specifically how many people are wearing masks and how many are wearing … the team that helped Broncos get there. “I am proud of the work our public health students have done in implementing this surveillance project. Being part …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63785

From spores to scores: WMU grad student cultivates connection through mycology, music

News

… Pocono Mountains where she grew up. "I just love being outdoors. And the more I get to know what I'm surrounded by, … and a program supportive of exploration and innovation. "My work isn't very traditional, and (when I was looking at … Forager's adventures on social media as well. "It's about showing there is value in your forest. There is value in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66721

Many WMU offices closed during Labor Day weekend

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… Many represented employees are contractually scheduled to work Sept. 3, since the University continues to provide … Monday, Sept. 1-3, are: the Bernhard Information Desk, Biggby Coffee, Buster's/Textbook Alley, Kzoo Coney and Subway. … Auditorium ticket office is closed Monday, Sept. 3. Waldo Library is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 1; …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48656

Lemmer recognized among elite in aeronautics and astronautics field

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… and astronautics,” says Lemmer. “To know that the work I do has made an impact is very important to me.” … of important engineering or scientific work, or who have done original work of outstanding merit, or who have …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65729

Counseling Services helping students cope with pandemic-related anxiety, stress

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… pandemic-related anxiety and stress, and is committed to doing so for the duration of this crisis and beyond. Located … They are scheduling crisis appointments, continuing to work with established clients and helping students now … says Fuller. “We are working very hard to plan carefully how to continue to support all WMU students during this …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58671