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Breaking it Down and Building it Up – Broderick Bebout Aims for A Career in Aviation Maintenance

College of Aviation

… Breaking it Down and Building it Up – Broderick Bebout Aims for A Career in Aviation Maintenance Submitted … on WMU Aviation Technical Operations student Broderick Bebout working on a WMU Technical Operations aircraft One of … "The class has given me a better appreciation of how and why our government does certain things.  I have no intention …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/12/broderick

Western Michigan University, MEDC announce major new state-of-the-art EV and semiconductor technical learning program expansions

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… across Southwest Michigan, Greater Grand Rapids and beyond beginning in 2025. The goal—announced by leaders with Western Michigan University, Kellogg Community College (KCC) and the Michigan Economic … College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. “That’s why the MEDC is leading the largest state talent attraction …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/wmu-medc-kcc-electric-vehicle-semiconductor-training-program-expansions

WMU Libraries publishes two new open textbooks

University Libraries

… accessible online textbook will help learners around the globe learn about life and culture in Spain, she adds. … purchase a textbook or pay bills,” adds Omilion-Hodges. “I believe that everyone should have access to high quality content, without it being cost prohibitive. Writing an open textbook allowed me …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75382

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

W Magazine

… safety nationwide Submitted by Erin Flynn on It’s not why the chicken crossed the road, but how drivers behaved when it did, that interests Dr. Ron Van Houten. The … were actually following the posted speed limits. So, he suggested enlisting police to strictly enforce the law when …

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

Preparing to prosper: Broncos get resume-worthy experience through internships

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… Md Marsad Zoardar gets advice from his mentor, Jason Becht, a process control engineer at GPI. Md Marsad Zoardar … to GPI, companies and organizations like Stryker, Kellogg’s, Eaton, Landscape Forms, Ascension Borgess, Bronson … "For us, the connection to the University was key. That's why we called it 'Project Bronco.' And we have a lot of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68872

Immersive program aims to empower next generation of science teachers

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… from the river. Jovaughn Carver pours water into test tubes. All of the equipment students in the program use is … teachers. "We're really trying to get to the root cause of why, for most students, science is not a pleasant … from nearby ponds. Both campers and teachers excitedly logged the various macroinvertebrates—such as fly larvae and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64891

Researcher who models off-world storms earns NASA fellowship

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… fellowship Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Brueshaber KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Figuring out how the weather on Earth … solar system's giant gas planets. Shawn R. Brueshaber , a doctoral candidate at Western Michigan University, … favor and suppress vortices. "I have a hypothesis of why these storms exist, and my work to date shows similar …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36117

The Velvelettes: A legendary Motown group born on Western's campus

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… is my life. It still is and it was when I was a kid," says Bertha Barbee-McNeal , co-founder of legendary Motown group … needs a name. Street was studying French at the time and suggested Les Jolies Femmes—French for The Pretty Women. The … an uncle who has a recording studio called Hitsville USA. Why don't you come and audition?'" Barbee-McNeal says. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63261

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in February

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… CELCIS conversation circle (women only) —2 to 3 p.m. in the Bernhard Center Bronco Global Lounge, hosted by the Center … to attend. First class is always free, $10 for non-members; open to the public. Sunday, Feb. 4 "Rhythmic Vitality: … Free and open to the public. Wednesday, Feb. 14 "Why has Income Inequality Increased while Education …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/45005

Unprecedented cross-campus collaboration leads to streamlined student support

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… Western. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From career exploration and well-being coaching to academic guidance and financial aid … it a more facilitated, coordinated experience for our staff behind the scenes," says Dr. Edwin Martini , vice provost … is unprecedented in my 17 years at Western," Martini says. Beginning Thursday, March 16 , undergraduate students will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/70934