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How can we improve STEM learning outcomes? WMU professor wins $1.3M NSF award to find out

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… Flynn on [caption] [/caption] KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Research is underway at Western Michigan University that could impact … am extremely excited that the National Science Foundation is supporting this work. Over the past decade we have seen tremendous growth …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60237

Ready for liftoff: Engineering student has sights set on space

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… with me since I learn best by doing. When I first visited WMU, I got to see all of the different labs at the … makes me excited for my future. I want to be a rocket scientist!" Jarrett recognizes the pursuit to her dream is challenging, adding that her lifelong love for math and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66271

Agreement gives K College students head start in earning grad degrees

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… work out specific details about which courses in their disciplines may count toward degree requirements. "This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage the resources we have …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40237

Event management alum brings first-of-its-kind tater tot festival to Grand Rapids

College of Education and Human Development

… tater tot festival to Grand Rapids Submitted by Chris Hybels on Kendall Soto KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Get ready to … a Western Michigan University event management alumna, is part of the team bringing one of the nation's first tater … Attendees can anticipate sampling a diverse array of dishes at the  Tots & Taps Festival  at LMCU Ballpark on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74872

We Talk and Fetzer Institute partner to ease political divisiveness

We Talk

… We Talk and Fetzer Institute partner to ease political divisiveness Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … grant to support Western Michigan University's civil discourse initiative, We Talk , to expand its educational … to resolving conflicting beliefs through intentional listening, rational actions and language, and empathy. Dave …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67459

Classes and trips part of spring lifelong learning activities

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… activities Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Registration is under way for Lifelong Learning Academy classes. … outdoor sculpture and the medieval legend of Tristan and Isolde. In all, 20 classes will be offered. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4507

Gordon's 'Misrule' continues to attract literary world's praise

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… Gordon's 'Misrule' continues to attract literary world's praise Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Gordon KALAMAZOO--" Lord of Misrule ," a novel by Western Michigan University Professor …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/219

4 aviation grads first to qualify under new FAA program

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… Western Michigan University aviation graduates have the distinction of being the first from the University to successfully complete Federal Aviation Administration requirements of the Air Traffic Collegiate … June with bachelor's degrees in aviation science and administration. Under the AT-CTI program that WMU was selected to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1240

WMU dean chosen for YWCA of Kalamazoo award

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… Michigan University's Dr. Margaret Merrion is one of five recipients of 2013 YWCA Women of Achievement … Award Celebration at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 , at the Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites in Kalamazoo. She shares the distinction with Ronda Stryker, a Portage philanthropist best …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7014

GVSU, WMU join forces for study of family owned businesses

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The study is a partnership between WMU and GVSU. GRAND RAPIDS, … impact on the west side of the state, yet little data is available on the number, needs or impact of these … research and program development." Laurel Ofstein, assistant professor of management at the Haworth College of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8622