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Chemical engineering grad ready to make a splash in sustainability efforts
News
… a paper mill in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. "I'm looking forward to being part of PFAS removal from wastewater, nutrient extraction from water, removal of … helped Sanchez stand out in her chosen field. One project involved working with Dr. Mert Atilhan , associate …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71513
From grading to wading, student finds success shifting academic focus to follow passion
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… From grading to wading, student finds success shifting academic focus to follow passion Submitted by Erin Flynn on Adam Austin wades through a wetland while conducting field research. … biological sciences student leading a wetland research project at WMU, he began his Bronco journey more than a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60045
Revising approaches to reduce vehicle accidents
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… in inclement weather, particularly snow. This pilot project on semi-controlled grounds aims to demonstrate the … accidents and enhance driver safety, changing the roadways with its innovations. “We believe fully autonomous … engineering. “Our work serves as a stepping stone toward autonomous driving and improved safety.” Creating this …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/revising-approaches-reduce-vehicle-accidents
3D maps could help people with visual impairments navigate their world
W Magazine
… our studio off the ground and were looking for interesting projects that used 3D media,” says Kevin Abbott , … “Through trial and error, we decided just using the hallways would be the best approach for the smaller model, and … to the fourth-floor larger model,” says Barton. “We didn’t want the features to be too sharp or too jumbled, because …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57071
April 1 deadline for international development funding for faculty
International Student and Scholar Services
… faculty are invited to apply for funding to support projects that improve international education at the … H. Haenicke Institute for Global Education. The maximum award is $1,200 and cannot exceed 50 percent of the total … and projects that occur within the following 12 months. Award announcements will be made approximately two weeks …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22473
WMU’s 2025 Gründler Book Prize winner examines how early medieval money systems have influenced the modern economy
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… role in trade, power and social connections--much like wallets and digital transactions do today. It reveals that even when money was scarce, it held immense meaning and shaped the lives of … to me like a very long, carefully planned, slowly refined project brought to a very full and satisfying conclusion,” …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/05/2025-grundler-book-prize-winner
Clinical psychology Ph.D. student wins first place in regional Three-Minute Thesis
College of Arts and Sciences
… research for a general audience. DiBacco's presentation was based on her dissertation project, which contends that using Acceptance and Commitment … of the project.” One finding that stood out to DiBacco was that of the rising suicidality during the pandemic. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68578
Information sessions set for Nov. 29 on South Neighborhood projects
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… Information sessions set for Nov. 29 on South Neighborhood projects Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, … which is bordered on one side by Stadium Drive, was given a high priority last fall. When completed, the … major new-building needs as well as create a new campus gateway that is more connected with the community and offers …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/11/50450
College of Education and Human Development Alumni receive awards
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… College of Education and Human Development Alumni receive awards Submitted by Tyler Sonnenberg on The College of … unemployment and initiated over $20.2 billion worth of new projects in city development. While mayor, Archer was named … administrative positions at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Eastern Washington University and Michigan …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/56072
WMU researchers win $526,000 grant to better treat substance abuse
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… Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, was awarded to Dr. Tiffany Lee-Parker , assistant professor in … Health Professions in West Michigan." three initiatives The project has three major initiatives, says Lee-Parker, the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30797