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Landscape Services plants seeds of stewardship, innovation on WMU campus
News
… in the balance in Finch Greenhouse. "Normally we'd come in with a group of people and once those seedlings come up, we … the grass grow a little taller and adding trees in there, you're going to have a lot deeper root system" which will … WMU horticulturalist Nick Gooch . "I wanted to find out, can we integrate those? Can you be in an urban corridor like …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60122
Looking for success at WMU? The sky is not the limit!
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… the technical and the practical so that as engineers we can approach real-world problems effectively,” explains … and the needs of the assembly teams, assisting R&D teams with ensuring new designs for manufacturability, and … by visiting office hours to get extra insight to what you are studying and to demonstrate you have a genuine …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/69019
From Hollywood to the metaverse, WMU expert reveals how advertisers will try to score big during Super Bowl
Haworth College of Business
… the field and advertisers are going all in to score points with consumers this year. Prices for ads during Super Bowl … of Business, has the play-by-play on four major trends you can expect when you saddle up to the TV for the Big …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67029
Research shows alarming gap in mental health access for adolescents of color
News
… Disease Control and Prevention says the pandemic has pushed youth mental health concerns to crisis levels, yet a Western Michigan University study finds significant racial disparities in access to care. Led by clinical … access to mental health care," he says. In working with his advisor, associate professor Dr. Amy Damashek , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63368
Engineering student designs her future at WMU
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… her passion for engineering design technology. Now with experiences as a student ambassador and two internships … “To me this is neat because as technology grows, we can grow with it.” Kieliszewski has completed an design … “I also learned that life is too short to do something you’re not interested in,” says Kieliszewski. “After going …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75588
Pandemic pushes dancers to explore new territory in virtual Winter Gala
News
… at the annual Winter Gala Dance Concert . Teaming up with interactive media specialist Kevin Abbott , who runs … resembled a video chat grid. "There's no partnering. We can't move across the space; they can't touch. There are all … with the idea of the glitch and the loss of communication—you know, the freezes and that shared experience of not …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63239
New name for WMU program reflects commitment to support students' Essential Needs
Student Affairs
… Needs program manager. “We know that unmet basic needs can prevent students from attending class or even … that, and claim it, and really be there to help students with what they need.” Left to right, Anna L. Roeder, food … now taking the stance that these services are essential to your success here on campus and you deserve these …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73121
Mindful change: One professor's vision to transform stroke recovery
W Magazine
… in a specific way to the present moment experience without judgment, anchoring it with breathing. Dr. Lori … down the road. I’m five years post-stroke, and every day I can do something I couldn’t do the day before. “My vision is … stress reduction. “According to him, ‘As long as you are breathing, there is more right with you than wrong …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70900
Renowned author coming to Western teaches importance of conversations in divided times
News
… by Deanne Puca on Irshad Manji says people who disagree can listen and respect each other. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Can we … is free, but registration is required to ensure compliance with COVID-19 facility guidelines. Manji’s visit also will … ideas that I wouldn’t have thought of on my own. That’s how you can stand your ground and seek common ground at the same …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65252
Services, programs at WMU highlighted during LBGT Pride Month
News
… to be able to live in a world that actively tries to keep you from being who you are and simultaneously be who you … MAKING HISTORY Nguyen, second from left, stands with students at the Office of LBGT Student Services table … time, college makes you feel like you're on your own. That can be great for creating independence, but when you're also …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53968