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Exercise science graduate finds success while juggling school, work and extracurriculars

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… Exercise science graduate finds success while juggling school, work and extracurriculars Submitted by Erin … therapy at the University of Michigan’s Flint campus in the fall. The experience has also helped her respond to the … and my committee to figure out what I needed to do and how to do it,” she says. That couldn’t have been further …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59084

Geology students conduct research as part of carbon sequestration work

College of Arts and Sciences

… and authentic research found in his classroom.    In his fall Sedimentation and Stratigraphy course, fourteen … provide students with the experiential learning that they cannot get just by reading or doing work online.    “I’m … instruments, including an x-ray diffractometer and a scanning electron microscope. Kaczmarek notes that the …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2024/11/kaczmarekgeos4350

Aviation grad sees clear skies ahead with full-time job waiting in the wings

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… time I would fly in an aircraft. I always wanted to see how they worked and loved seeing them fly over me when I was … hooked. "Those experiences (such as the Super D flight) showed me how it could be a great career. I got the feel of … to be close to his family in Chicago. And he won't be too far from his old stomping grounds at Western, where he made …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66510

Agreement reached for WMU to provide services to medical school

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… other services in support of the medical school as well as how WMU will be compensated for those resources and … grants and contracts, and a range of other functions that can include commercialization efforts, public relations and … agree to continue the relationship. The agreement describes how the medical school will pay a fee for services as well …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1107

WMU to confer 1,500 degrees during summer commencement

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… is optional. WMU conducts formal commencement ceremonies in fall, spring and summer, usually in June, December and … who graduate in August are reflected in the upcoming fall's graduation statistics, and they have the option of … for complete graduation information, including how to view the live Webcast or obtain tickets, recordings …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/849

Undergraduate, faculty research published in Biochemistry

College of Arts and Sciences

… in Biochemistry , a prestigious journal of the American Chemical Society. Their project, led by Dr. Frederick … students.” The students worked with Stull to determine how a nicotine degrading enzyme (called NicA2), which … Nature Chemical Biology. “I think this is a good example of how undergraduates at WMU have the opportunity to do real …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73679

WMU secures federal grant to battle opioid epidemic

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… WMU. "This grant presents WMU with an opportunity to make far-reaching impacts through health care workforce expansion … experience and knowledge of evidence-based practices that can make a difference in the communities struggling with … can all be encouraged that Western Michigan University is showing commitment to address this epidemic and that they …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54593

University to honor its top four staffers for 2017-18

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… and Connie Volenski . They will be recognized during WMU's Fall Convocation, set for 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 14 , in the … dedicated, organized, professional and pleasant—no matter how busy or demanding her day becomes. "The managers are … in many Bronco teams and individuals earning Mid-American Conference and NCCA honors for high grade point …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/48805

Essential Needs and Dining Services team up to demo cooking skills for students

Student Affairs

… Center Demo Kitchen. The cooking demonstrations utilized canned food and pantry staples supplemented with fresh produce. Students learned how to properly prepare, plate and garnish a chicken … how to grate block cheese instead of purchasing bagged shredded cheese. Both tips will help students save …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75288

Camp for blind and visually impaired athletes breaks down barriers

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… for joy. The player who threw the ball claps. None of them, however, saw any of the action on the court. WMU student … potential and learn how to adapt sports so that they can participate when they return to their own communities.  … totally shocked to find that every year these athletes jump farther, throw farther and, most importantly, their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53866