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Fulbright Scholar visiting WMU's vision studies programs
College of Health and Human Services
… Fulbright Scholar visiting WMU's vision studies programs Submitted by Joel Krauss on Dr. … rehabilitation specialists," says Dr. Okonji. "I hope to better understand how this kind of coursework and teaching …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/62851
WMU and Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers team up to improve the reliability of autonomous vehicles
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… of self-driving electric vehicles. Dr. Zach Asher , assistant professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering and … information that helps autonomous driving features function better in remote areas or in bad weather. Credit: Carlos … with no wireless access. They found that it transmits more than five times beyond the original 100-meter goal. The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71976
Five students receive Gilman scholarships to study abroad
International Student and Scholar Services
… International Scholarship Program. Shelby Flanagan of Manistee, Andrew Laws of Jackson and Alainah Montemayor of … 2015-16 academic year. Since its inception in 2001, more than 16,819 students from across the nation have received … Education, adds that the returning students are better prepared to assume leadership roles within government …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/06/24872
Longtime tennis coach inducted into MAC Hall of Fame
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… Longtime tennis coach inducted into MAC Hall of Fame Submitted by … Athletics) KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Betsy Kuhle , who for more than three decades guided the Western Michigan University … Broncos had 69 ITA Scholar Athletes with a GPA of 3.50 or better. A 1976 graduate of the University of Illinois with a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40347
Campus community, alumni welcomed to homecoming week events ahead of game
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… faculty and staff are gathering across campus under this year’s theme, “Home Sweet Home,” to welcome alumni, … of homecoming royalty during the football game. This year's royalty contestant group was one of the largest in … can be purchased on the day of the event through Venmo, Cashapp or Zelle. Register here or through Experience WMU . …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69383
Focused on the future
W Magazine
… on the future Submitted by Erin Flynn on Drs. Doug Lepisto and Derrick McIver are co-directors of the Center for … wide, positive community impact,” says Lepisto. “That is why the center fills a critical need—it teaches this … such as Meijer, Harding’s and Trader Joe’s, has raised more than $25,000 for student scholarships and is operated by a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62166
Professor's book on ethical issues of terrorism and torture published
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… Professor's book on ethical issues of terrorism and torture published Submitted by Anonymous (not … University. He is coauthor of "What Is Nanotechnology and Why Does It Matter?" Contact: Mark Schwerin December 19, 2012 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3698
WMU awarded $13.7M federal grant to support college readiness for thousands of regional middle schoolers
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… of regional middle schoolers Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University received … for middle school students across five regional school districts. The transformative initiative, led by Dr. Erika … interns, supervisors and building site coordinators. More than 30 WMU undergraduates will be recruited for in-school …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/federal-grant-supports-regional-middle-schoolers-college-readiness
Internationally regarded geographer honored as WMU's Emerging Scholar
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… by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Globally recognized for his pioneering work related to extreme weather and climate … School of Environment, Geography and Sustainability , is being celebrated for his growing contributions to his … Geography and Sustainability. Zhu has published more than two dozen papers—most of them since his arrival at …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/emerging-scholar-award-2025-laiyin-zhu
Volunteer experience feeds student's passion to help others
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… on Wheels. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Access to a nutritious meal is something many people take for granted. Western Michigan University alumna Nora Guensche got a firsthand look at the need in the Kalamazoo area when she … would come in every day and tell touching stories about why they chose to volunteer," Guensche says. "Their spirit …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53331