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College of Arts and Sciences students win big in 2025

College of Arts and Sciences

… the opportunity to share so much of what makes WMU special with such a wide, national audience.”    The College of Arts … Wardin, a senior studying political science,   Natalie Duncan, a junior studying criminal justice and psychology,  … WIDR for the project,” says Lambert. “It’s not very often you get the opportunity to meet celebrities and interview …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-national-wins-0

Western celebrates summer 2025 graduates earning nearly 1,000 degrees on June 28

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… 8 a.m. through   Thursday, June 26, at 11:59 p.m . Guests without tickets can watch the livestream linked on the  Commencement webpage …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/western-celebrates-summer-2025-graduates-earning-degrees

From AI to detecting fraud to supply chains: WMU business faculty’s research applies to industry

Haworth College of Business

… and enhance overall efficiency. The research has significant applications in the business world. The integration of … adjustment clauses in their contracts. This trend aligns with the broader push for the use of artificial intelligence … find ourselves falling short or giving up. But what if you could harness the power of social media platforms to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75907

Why I Give: Linda Lesniak

W Magazine

… of the book “Graphs & Digraphs” that I co-wrote in 1979 with another Western faculty member,” she says. “It’s in its … toughen up early on but, luckily, for many years when I was young, I did a lot of work with three guys who became like … be embarrassed to send $10 if that's all you have. You can always send more later, or you can also give time if …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70893

A growing inspiration: Undergraduates’ garden initiative motivates the masses

College of Arts and Sciences

… atop a retaining wall, a vibrant garden flourishes with an array of fresh produce—from baby watermelons to … backyard.  “The problem with farmers markets is you need to have a constant supply,” says Hempel. “If you're … major or not,” says Lawlor. “Because obviously you can still care no matter what your major is.”  A farming …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73961

Japanese studies speakers to give public presentations

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… Wednesday, Mar. 27 Yoshizumi Higuchi , an editor with Iwanami Shoten, Japan's foremost academic publisher, … Arai is one of the leading feminist poets of the young generation in Japan and is known for her dramatic and … them appealing as dramatic heroes and in what ways ghosts can be more compelling on stage than ordinary humans. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5519

Stage set for music theatre students to break into the industry

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… Theatre Showcase gives graduating students an audience with some of the top professionals in the … talent and professionalism for four years, and now they can audition in NYC and have a very real boost to their … to see that." A Place to Become Growing up in community and youth theatre, performing is second nature now for Wineman. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58265

Theatre alum flips script, gets Broadway stars to open up about their love of Disney

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… Disney Submitted by Erin Flynn on David Alpert fell in love with the magic of Mickey Mouse as a kid, left, and remains … [/caption] "I had an off-Broadway show that was canceled; we were supposed to start rehearsals on March 24. … Showman." "She mentioned this beautiful thing where when you go to Disneyland and you're waiting to get on 'It's a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64233

Alumnus turned top Seattle tech CEO tackles health care arena

W Magazine

… engineering grad’s greatest strength. “If people believe you care about them because you do, and they understand … mental health support and expert medical opinion services with intelligent technology and best-in-class navigation. … too hard. “There are moments in your life where somebody can close or open a door,” Singh says. “You look back and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75128

Football program earns NCAA sportsmanship award

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… moment of sportsmanship across all NCAA-sanctioned sports can be nominated under its award program. Established in … rush an extra point attempt during the game. Olson, born with cancer in his retinas, lost his right eye at age 10 and … to Jake Olson on an incredible career and thank you for being an inspiration to us all.” The 2017 game WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51303