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When it rains, it stalls: WMU team studies weather impacts on autonomous vehicle technology

W Magazine

… cars if they can only operate in perfect weather? A team at Western Michigan University is leading an effort to develop … have the potential to solve some challenging issues, and we look forward to seeing how the funding and mentorship help … some of these conditions, I think, is a really big deal." Western Michigan's dynamic weather patterns make Kalamazoo a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/60422

Wynonna and The Big Noise bring 'A Simpler Christmas' to campus

News

… Big Noise is bringing their show "A Simpler Christmas" to Western Michigan University's Miller Auditorium for a second … and center for a memorable evening of music. "Every year I look forward to our Christmas tour," says Wynonna. "It's so …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20385

Choosing a business minor helps aviation student’s career take flight

Haworth College of Business

… I first flew on an airplane,” says Shaun Orlikowski, a Western Michigan University student from Minneapolis, … problem solving in different contexts. Upon enrolling at Western, he selected aviation management and operations as … and business classes provide relevant experiences. “I look back at some of the aviation classes I took before the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75440

Financial, academic support available for student-parents in need of child care assistance

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… develop critical skills, and it's also giving his father, a Western Michigan University graduate student, time to focus … we can support the whole person to be successful, we're looking for ways to do that.     —Dr. Regena Fails Nelson … we can support the whole person to be successful, we're looking for ways to do that." A graduate assistant meets …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64780

Isaac Ortega creates real relationships

Haworth College of Business

… analytics student Isaac Ortega is cultivating community at Western Michigan University. Originally from Jackson, … get involved.” With his sights set on graduation, Ortega is looking forward to his career. “I would say I’m most excited … is really appealing to me.” As he finishes up his time at Western, Ortega leaves this advice for future business …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/01/business-analyticsisaac-ortegabait

Student Spotlight: Ellie Lundy – Leading with Compassion and Communication

Information Technology

… a first-year doctoral student in Occupational Therapy at Western Michigan University (WMU), who’s making a difference … have always encouraged her to help others and be herself. Looking Ahead Ellie’s future is bright. She’s focused on …

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/07/ellie-lundy-it-student-highlight

WMU engineering, engineering technology and computer science programs renew ABET accreditation

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Submitted by Liz VandenHeede on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s College of Engineering and … Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET and Western’s bachelor’s degree program in computer science has … students experience and learn. ABET accreditation reviews look at program curricula, faculty, facilities and …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/09/wmu-engineering-accreditation

Investing in opportunity: Wes Nichols’ growth at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… Mich.—For senior accounting student Wes Nichols , Western Michigan University's Haworth College of Business is … get there.” With plans to graduate next spring, Nichols is looking forward to the world of opportunity that awaits him. …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/02/accountingwes-nichols-externship

Alumna returns to WMU as new leader for DEI planning, programs and initiatives

News

… as a higher education administrator. This month, she joins Western Michigan University as associate vice president of … the creation of this inaugural role,” she continues. “I am looking forward to working alongside Dr. McCorkle, the … team as they continue this important work,” she says. “I look forward to contributing to an inclusive environment in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72609

Pitch competition helps tee engineering grad up for business success

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… is taking a swing at starting his own business. The 2021 Western Michigan University engineering design technology … "I asked, 'Is there any chance that you could take a look at these and let me know what you think?' And lo and … "I was president of the Society of Plastics Engineers at Western, and I was really, really against single-use …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68053