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Freshwater studies graduate already making a splash in his field

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… his career—donning his cap and gown on a paddleboard in Higgins Lake in Roscommon, Michigan, where his freshwater … "Everything was either online or my professors drove up and met me at the Traverse City campus, which was … being out in the field. Dr. Devin Bloom was scooping fish up. It was really fun. We were out with waders, right in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60101

Focus, dedication pay dividends as working mom rises to top of data science program

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… Sun holds her infant son, Alex. Determined to help support her family, Sun began researching potential fields of … about embarking on her new career path at WMU. With support from her professors and her own laser-sharp focus, … utilized the resources of WMU's Writing Center to button up her resume and searched Handshake, a database available …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62546

Sisters of the Skies: WMU aviation alumni help dreams take flight for young women of color

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… path, and decades later she’d still be among a small group of women forging a path for young girls waiting in the … first African American female pilot, Black women still make up less than 1% of professional pilots in the United States. … other Western Michigan University alumni are part of a group leading the charge to change that. Created to inspire …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62257

Interdisciplinary faculty cohort works to expand project-based learning at WMU

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Savannah Xaver, instructional designer with WMUx, presents at the PBL Works workshop. … PBL Higher Education Certification workshop specifically designed to equip faculty with strategies for implementing … they use economic analysis and an economic toolkit to come up with solutions that are actionable?" he says. "We may …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/interdisciplinary-faculty-project-based-learning-wmux

Top brass: Western alumnus leads trumpet master class as member of U.S. Marine Band

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… I came here that I had developed from trying different warm-up techniques," he remembers. "I didn't have a lot of faith … I should continue to pursue music. He really helped pick me up off the ground and gave me a sense of confidence again." … says Proseus, recalling sitting on a platform that rose up to meet the stage. "I was at the very back, so the stage …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73221

Board of Trustees to meet Thursday

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… five-year capital outlay master plan. Other agenda items up for vote include a recommendation to fill the position of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72922

New WMU T-shirt benefits student scholarship

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… benefits student scholarship Submitted by Deanne Puca on Design of T-shirt for sale KALAMAZOO—The Western Student Association is selling a special T-shirt designed by a Western Michigan University student with part of … Pointe Plaza across from campus and will be sold at ugpwmuapparel.com beginning Monday, June 3. Contact: Deanne …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7423

Event draws top students to vie for $50,000 Medallion Scholarships

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… to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1. The competition is one of the biggest events of its kind in Michigan. Since it began in … performance will be measured through essay writing and a group problem-solving activity. Student and parent registration …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/01/13180

Weather prompts WMU to close at 5 today, all day Wednesday, Jan. 30

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… (not verified) on Please refer to the newest article for updated information. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Except for essential … regional locations also will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 30 . Updates will be posted here as they become available. Campus … Jan. 31—Snow and icy conditions closed WMU. 2014, Jan. 6-7—Significant snowfall and expected severely cold temperatures …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51367

Small Business Development Center receives funding to boost technical training services

Haworth College of Business

… secured private funding to administer ongoing technical support for entrepreneurs and small business owners … or growing a small business through the Michigan SBDC’s Uplift Kalamazoo training series. “This funding is coming at … in requests for service, and this interest is not letting up. Entrepreneurs and small business owners are looking for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/69014