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Motorcycle safety device earns top spot at annual pitch competition

Haworth College of Business

… winner, Cody Middleton , a senior from Grand Blanc, says his winnings will help fund his next step —building a prototype. "I have made so many … apply to participate in the competition, which awards cash prizes and provides an important networking opportunity …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/31426

Helmet sensor technology business created by WMU team honored for innovation

News

… Atashbar, left, and Dr. Binu Baby Narakathu, right, display their award for being a 2019 SmartZone Best Small … step toward revenue." The sensors have potential for more than just injury detection. They have the ability to enhance … to hit the correct way in practice, you're going to play better and safer during the real game." SafeSense is on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53495

WMU institute renames program to meet dynamic demands of design industry

Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation

… as it represents a shift toward a more comprehensive and holistic approach to designing interior spaces.  The interior … clear communication of curriculum, diverse faculty expertise and interdisciplinary experiences students will have … Institute for Design and Innovation.  The program is now better suited to meet the dynamic demands of the design …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72622

Getting in the game: WMU expert discusses Super Bowl advertising in 2021

Haworth College of Business

… Getting in the game: WMU expert discusses Super Bowl advertising in 2021 Submitted by Stacey … Fiverr, Vroom, Chipotle, DoorDash, Hellmann's and Huggies. These companies actually grew during the pandemic and … Super Bowl to build on their momentum. Social causes other than the pandemic will also be prominent. Mercari will talk …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/63006

Sindecuse Health Center makes getting flu shots easy

Sindecuse Health Center

… VanDerBos on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Sindecuse Health Center is offering vaccinations to Western Michigan University … and the people around them from seasonal influenza. This year's vaccination, which protects against four strains … of payment Payments are accepted via personal check, cash or, in the case of students, a charge to a University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34893

Western's ‘Battalion Mom’ retires after 28 years

Haworth College of Business

… 28 years Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Cris Obreiter has worked with six Western Michigan University … was the program continuity. She was also able to explain why things were done the way they were. She made sure that … me from their gardens, and those who sent me flowers as a thank you for just listening and being there for them,” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70295

A Career Couple: Karleigh Pleyer and Mitch Whitcomb Climb the Ranks as Professional Pilots

College of Aviation

… fight instructors for Superior Aviation Gateway, which is based at the executive airport serving the Tampa, Fla., region. Having both finished their training as first officers, the newly appointed … on flights.  I can show them what I do every day."  Other than the enjoyment of screaming at the goalies for the …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/11/karleighandmitch

Three football Broncos are Academic All-MAC

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… All-MAC for the third time in their careers, while Zajac is a first-time honoree. Potter also was named a First Team Academic All-American in 2011 . Ben Armer , an exercise science major with a 3.60 cumulative GPA, achieved a … WMU football had 50 student-athletes with a 3.0 GPA or better during the 2011 season. Related article Bronco …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/97

Academic programs to highlight annual Russian Festival

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… Center on the campus of Western Michigan University. This year, the festival is centered around the theme of … recently retired after teaching history at GVSU for more than 40 years, will transition from literature to history by … more important than ever that we support events that foster better understanding between our peoples and our cultures." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20065

Graduate students take their turn to help raise awareness of ALS

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… Graduate students take their turn to help raise awareness of ALS Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) … in our lectures and readings in real-time to try to be a better team member during this project," says Curran. "I … community was there to support them. "We really have to thank our sponsors who supported this event," says McIver. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40842