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AI-powered earbuds enhance language access for newcomer students in local classrooms

Teaching and Learning

… in local classrooms Submitted by Ross Fuller on Dr. Robyn Edwards, Assistant Professor of TESOL, Department of Special … the devices in their own placements. In total, seven sets of AI earbuds were deployed across classrooms, reaching … innovation our instructional development project grants are designed to support—creative approaches that strengthen …

https://wmich.edu/x/news/2025/05/ai-powered-earbuds

Looking for success at WMU? The sky is not the limit!

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… at WMU? The sky is not the limit! Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Alumnus Tyler Wall not only works in the aerospace … were project-based and required working on a team, understanding how to approach a problem, and knowing when and how to … the assembly teams, assisting R&D teams with ensuring new designs for manufacturability, and addressing quality …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/69019

Far out! Researchers at Western testing technology to propel NASA deeper into space

News

… shuttles blasting off from Cape Canaveral accelerate toward the sky with explosive chemical reactions, electric … Launch Initiative, or WALI, which teaches students how to design and build a cube satellite—a type of miniature … with Lemmer provided a number of practical experiences to set Mooney on the path to success in the aerospace field. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63430

Accountancy professor finds formula for connecting with students

Haworth College of Business

… University’s Haworth College of Business has found a way to see beyond the numbers and connect with students in a … has a passion for connecting with her students and setting them up for professional success. She created a … ownership of their academic performance, while also providing her a concrete way to support them individually.  “At …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/accounting-connections-brittani-shantel-jackson

Faculty support key to cybersecurity student's goals

Cybersecurity

… key to cybersecurity student's goals Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Between working in Western … real-world experience while remaining focused on his studies as a cybersecurity major.   He says one of the best … the secure web apps and technology and system analysis and design courses, Breadon and his team worked to design and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73209

East Campus redevelopment is topic of town hall meeting

News

… (not verified) on East Campus redevelopment up for discussion Feb. 1. KALAMAZOO--A campus town hall meeting has been set for Wednesday, Feb. 1 , to discuss the status of efforts … which is open to the public, is set for 9 to 10 a.m. in the Walwood Hall lobby . It is being organized by WMU's Office …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/100

Chen awarded third Fulbright award, research to focus on AI and business analytics

Haworth College of Business

… Chen awarded third Fulbright award, research to focus on AI and … he assisted in building faculty expertise, curriculum re-design and collaborative research in business analytics and … Fulbright Specialist Roster based on their knowledge, skill sets and ability to make a significant contribution to …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/09/kaunchin-chen-fulbright-specialist-award

WMU to celebrate green buildings with unveiling of LEED designations

News

… WMU to celebrate green buildings with unveiling of LEED designations Submitted by … Gibbs House. Originally scheduled for Nov. 18, this event was postponed due to severe weather. For more news, arts and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20341

Alumni Classnotes, summer 2026

W Magazine

… Cleveland, Ohio, were named FAA Safety Team Representative district honorees by the board of directors of the General Aviation Awards Program. Judge Michael Hatty , BA ’75, of Brighton, … was appointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to the Barrier Free Design Board for a term from Oct. 31, 2026, to Oct. 31, …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/alumni-classnotes-summer-2026

Senior BFA dance majors to present concert

News

… features a new work choreographed for the seniors by Terk Waters , a WMU alumnus and former company member of the … Ballet. All performances will be held in Dance Studio B on the third floor of the Dalton Center. Performances … intellectual and emotional movement triggers. Davis' modern dance explores the path of finding one’s identity. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38876