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Why I give: Bill Thompson
W Magazine
… "There are many things to love about WMU, starting with my relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, students, former students and … well as many basketball and hockey trips." A few highlights from these trips include Western's football team winning the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68998
Modeling justice and equity featured on the design summer camp drawing board
W Magazine
… 24 local middle and high school students of color imagine how they could shape their careers and communities. Through … environment. Participating in summer camps on campus while his father worked on the renovation of Waldo Hall in the … architecture and its power to address social inequities. "My mission with this camp is to spread the word about …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72541
Graphic design student learns art of networking at WMU
News
… at GHD Partners, the Western Michigan University alumna is a long way from her hometown of Spring Lake, Michigan. Strait talks to … on a campus tour at WMU. "A professor was talking about how they have interns out in New York and Chicago, even …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57683
WMU digital marketing students named world champions in 2025 Digital Marketing Competition
Haworth College of Business
… outside the United States, was narrowed to just six finalist teams, with three of the finalists from Western and … store to find an inventory buyer or cold-calling commercial farms to understand how they might use the client’s product. The teams we …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/05/2025-digital-marketing-competition
Electrical engineering student finds the artistry in problem solving
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Electrical engineering student finds the artistry in problem solving Submitted by Lindsey Haehnel on … acceleration sensors that are designed for cars. “During my time at ZF, I have worked on tasks such as programming, … or plants,” explains Biondo. “I am also learning how to use different testing equipment that mimic various …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73469
Ryan Rubarth races into his finance future
Haworth College of Business
… Ryan Rubarth races into his finance future Submitted by Janine Adamski on KALAMAZOO, … of potential. The Haworth College of Business 2024 graduate from Macomb, Michigan, sped toward his future, getting … Ryan Rubarth at his internship with Recaro Automotive However, the most rewarding professional outcome came from …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/09/finance-ryanrubarth-internship
Behind-the-scenes New York Fashion Week experience solidifies future for Western fashion design student
News
… LeKander represented Western at New York Fashion Week: The Shows through the UofNYFW program. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Walking … fashion design and development student was recently whisked away for a once-in-a-lifetime experience behind the … with industry leaders. Alongside about 30 students from select colleges and universities nationwide, LeKander …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71033
WMU expands, re-envisions definition and measures for sustainability
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… WMU expands, re-envisions definition and measures for sustainability Submitted … is embracing a new nationwide program aimed at expanding how higher education views sustainability and transforming … data will allow us to accurately measure our progress from year to year in the very broad way we have always …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11612
Podcast demystifies behavior change strategies to promote public health
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… technology and wellness. Virtual workout apps, telehealth visits and distance education are now the norm. Keeping users … in positive behaviors and effectively using the technology, however, can be difficult. That's where Dr. Robert Bensley … they can do to help people with their behavior change." So far, the podcast has discussed topics such as the luxury of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/64067
Sales student places first in national competition
Haworth College of Business
… Michigan University sales students competed in the State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition in Warrensburg, Missouri, on Nov. 2 , with one student taking top honors in … A marketing presentation answering the question, "How can State Farm agents leverage their digital presence …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/11/50378