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Free virtual reality space open for campus community
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… virtual reality space for students, faculty and staff members on the lower level of Waldo Library in Room 0135. The University community can take a look at the new lab during a grand opening event … learn about the technology and how to integrate VR content into classes and research. The VR lab is available on a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44937
Chaucer scholar honored with prestigious Medieval Institute book prize
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… A European Life ." The award, which comes with a $1,000 cash prize, was announced at the 56th International Congress … late longtime director of WMU's Medieval Institute and has been awarded annually since 1997. It recognizes a … recreates the cosmopolitan world in which he rose from being a wine merchant's son to becoming one of the most …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64343
Engineering student's research aims to drive in-motion wireless charging for electric vehicles
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… they run out of power. That's a problem for the growing number of people around the world turning to electric cars, … the cleaner mode of transportation, however. Cold weather can negatively impact battery life and reduce the vehicle's … putting his idea in motion. He began intensive research into existing wireless energy transmission technologies, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62188
WMU expert tells PBS audience University has resources to help vulnerable students transition to college
College of Education and Human Development
… students transition to college Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The transition from high school to college can be difficult for any student. For those with learning … to college and then when they transition out of college into graduate college or the work environment," says Hadley, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71595
Summer construction paves way for greener, more sustainable campus
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… from across campus about reimagining the main thoroughfare between Haenicke and Sangren Halls. The new design aims to be more accessible, welcoming and sustainable while making … which is the case in this instance where possession will be turned over to Western upon completion. On May 5, 6 and 9 , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68076
Research shows alarming gap in mental health access for adolescents of color
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… yet a Western Michigan University study finds significant racial disparities in access to care. Led by clinical … are very surprising," says Gates. "This is a problem that's been ongoing." For his thesis, Gates and his research team … of a luxury," Gates says. "So now that I'm kind of coming into a position of power (as a professional in the field), I …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63368
Brief trip, big impact: Journey abroad gives nursing student holistic perspective
W Magazine
… student holistic perspective Submitted by Erin Flynn on Rebecca Fraley says her study abroad experience will enable … Overall the trip provided Fraley with perspectives that can only be gained through studying abroad and gaining cultural perspective. “Study abroad molds you into being more accepting of what might come your way, both …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75859
In pursuing MBA, Jacobi Wright’s career takes flight
Haworth College of Business
… “ Ideally, I hope that obtaining this master’s degree will better position me for a managerial role at a major airline. … with managerial and marketing experience, I like how I can easily take what I am learning and apply it the next … often overlook is that all experiences provide insight into what you like, don’t like, or can improve on, and that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72876
WMU advertising students win over Michigan dairy industry with professional-level consulting
Haworth College of Business
… sustainable and healthy choice for Gen Z consumers as they begin to grocery shop on their own and create their future … go through an immersion process of discovering all they can about the client’s business and competition, the … competition allowed them to immediately put this learning into practice. They were able to uncover insights about the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71018
Restored grandeur, adapted reuse planned for East Campus
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… grandeur and the University's Prospect Hill birthplace will become home to a boutique hotel, commercial office space and … plans call for a 450-stall parking structure to be built into the east side of Prospect Hill, with the top part … something short of a top-down historical renovation, but we can confidently say the public and the University will be …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/152