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Bronco Innovators Challenge inspires creativity, encourages entrepreneurship
News
… great to talk to (the mentors)," he says. "They taught us how to bring (our idea) to life, which was amazing." The … her jewelry-making business and open a studio where people can craft their own creations. She says the challenge … Challenge on the horizon. The next challenge will launch in fall 2023 and culminate with presentations during a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72467
WMU faculty secure grant to create curriculum on media, news literacy for state libraries
University Libraries
… in 2022 to help people to think critically about media and how they consume it. The project team recruited six … libraries to participate in a site visit to the exhibit in fall 2023. “We wanted to get a wide perspective from people …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74708
Walker Institute’s new director ‘stands on business’ with youth community outreach
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
… “I want to amplify that and let people know what we do, and how we can support them within the local Kalamazoo community.” … what my voice really was,” says Nightengale-Lee. “If we can get students to understand at a younger age, to …
https://wmich.edu/provost/news/2024/10/lewis-walker-nightengale-lee
Western spotlights staff who go above and beyond to make a difference
News
… but is accepting nominations now through Oct. 31 for the fall cycle; spring nominations are due Feb. 28. Four annual … . "The Make a Difference Awards are an important way we can acknowledge and say thanks for the incredible efforts of … are a large part of the reason WMU is a special place and how we make it possible so that all may learn," Montgomery …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65004
Physics alumnus journeys from space dreams to quantum realities
College of Arts and Sciences
… steps toward the quantum advantage for nuclear theory and shows excellent potential for making a profound contribution … Western’s physics department. Thanks to his work, my group can build on it and continue the quantum computing research … Reflecting on his academic and professional career thus far, Hlatshwayo acknowledges the support that shaped his …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73965
Graduate student set to earn first dual degrees from WMU and University of Lisbon
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Pivoting during the last year of college can be difficult but it can also be exciting and rewarding. And João Pedro Sousa is … concussions. “The best academic experience I have had so far has been the involvement in my thesis research project,” …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71261
WMU commits to expanding college access at White House event
News
… the WMU course. The new course, which was rolled out for fall 2014, fits the vision and goals of state organizations … higher education dreams." Dunn's panel begins at 1 p.m. and can also be viewed online . About the course Anderson The … President Obama is expected to announce new steps on how his administration is helping to support these actions, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20460
Seita Scholars program update next up in breakfast speaker series
News
… Fostering Success, will be in the spotlight at the next Mercantile Bank of Michigan Breakfast Speaker Series event. … lives of foster care youth or those involved with child welfare systems. The program has more than 40 graduates with graduation rates far exceeding the national average for youth from the foster …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/21126
Program designed to boost Dominican Republic's education system
News
… Program designed to boost Dominican Republic's education system Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The first cohort will begin in fall 2014. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University will … the United States and that greatly accelerated interest in how WMU could help advance the country’s educational …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17341
Graduate cybersecurity student has secured his future
Haworth College of Business
… Science, Scott found his home . “I always liked computers, how they work and function and I thought coding was cool,” Scott says, explaining how he first got involved in his passions. “ I then took an … with those tools and concepts before you start working can be a huge help in hitting the ground running." Scott …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71284