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Alum over the moon after winning prize in NASA challenge

News

… in NASA's Recycling in Space Challenge . The space agency wanted to find ways to transport and process trash in zero gravity. "Places … site for any future challenges that align with his skill set. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit  WMU News …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52875

Hey, Siri—WMU leads the way in studying human-robot communication

W Magazine

… Hey, Siri—WMU leads the way in studying human-robot communication Submitted by Erin … Assistant turns off the lights you forgot to dim on the way out the door or raises the thermostat when the polar vortex sets in. Living with robots is no longer science fiction. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57097

Caden Carr is empowering others

Haworth College of Business

… his time at WMU Haworth, Carr has learned that the best way to grow is to get involved and lead. “Becoming president … and networking with experienced professionals. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for the club.”  Carr’s … Moving forward in his academic career, Carr has his sights set on his future after graduation. “My goal is to work in …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/03/computer-information-systemscaden-carrbait

Good for the community. Good for business.

Haworth College of Business

… These community partners had brought real problems, waited through a full semester and were about to find out … the numbers and designed the campaigns for organizations waiting on the work. “An exam tells me what a student can … her spring section, with a new cohort of students and a new set of community partners. Learn more about the Haworth …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/06/service-learning-spring-2026-0

Walt Disney Day in Kalamazoo honors Walt's Pilgrimage class at WMU

News

… Walt Disney Day in Kalamazoo honors Walt's Pilgrimage class at WMU Submitted by Anonymous (not … of the celebrated animator, entrepreneur and producer who set the foundation for the animated feature industry as well …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47910

Innovation in Action: WMU's Anastasia Charnesky Honored with the 2024 Central District IDSA Merit Award

Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation

… Honored with the 2024 Central District IDSA Merit Award Submitted by Brandi Engel on In a testament to the … at Western Michigan University, Anastasia Charnesky was awarded the prestigious Industrial Designers Society of … a spice grinding accessory to enhance flavor in commercial settings. Her thesis project centered on designing an …

https://wmich.edu/designinstitute/news/2025/01/2024meritaward

HR student Victoria Loikits finds her passion in impacting others

Haworth College of Business

… helping companies realize that people are their greatest asset.  As she prepares to graduate in spring 2024, Loikits of … “WMU Haworth provided an outstanding education where I was able to explore a variety of majors before settling on … training and development intern at Stryker. There, she was responsible for identifying courses, experiences and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74911

Luke Thelen’s career looks 'pitcher' perfect

Haworth College of Business

… information to the public. My mom is an accountant and was a big inspiration for me when choosing a career field as I saw the impactful work she was doing. It’s also a goal for me to start my own business, … Readiness Series, mock interviews and career fairs set students up for success.”  Outside of his academic …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74603

Students uplift community stories through film

College of Arts and Sciences

… of a WMU experience-driven learning grant along with Wendy Swalla , senior instructional designer, and Shawn Tenney , … I thought, 'What do students get out of it?' It was always very University-centered,” says Mukhongo, an … Media Network on Friday, Dec. 6. In the spring, Bergman is set to visit the students for a scholarly talk and another …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2024/10/arts-sciencesnews202410mukhongocomm3550

Barbara Jane Miller obituary

News

… and widow of WMU's third president, died Feb. 14. She was 98. Miller, of Palm Desert, California, was fondly known as Jane or Janie by family and friends. She … to Kalamazoo, Miller volunteered at WMU, helping to set up a program teaching newly blind persons techniques to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38732