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Library putting new twist on communicating with patrons

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on A student interacts with Waldo Library's telepresence robot. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A … interacting with patrons of Western Michigan University's Waldo Library. The robot figuratively joined the library … Saturdays and 4 to 6 p.m. Sundays. The telepresence robot project is a collaboration between University Libraries and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28111

Mexican migration focus of documentary screening and panel discussion

International Student and Scholar Services

… Institute for Global Education to develop a study-abroad project about the transformative power of love and … and the documentary. The Both Sides of the Fence program was offered again in 2015, as one of just 10 U.S. university … to and from Latin America, the Caribbean. The documentary was filmed by Hector Lara with Luis Hernandez. Bowen, Mickus …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27258

Doctoral student's work recognized at international conference

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… recognized at international conference Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Clifford Mensah KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … , M.S.’24, received an Outstanding Student Paper Award at the annual Institute of Industrial and Systems … and audience,” says Aidoo-Mensah, whose advisor for the project is Dr. Ying Thaviphoke , assistant professor …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/07/clifford-mensah-best-paper-award

Open house to review findings of WMU parking, transportation study

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… Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Recommendations for bus routes, walkability, bike usage and parking at Western Michigan … well as input on a future road as part of a new development project, are the focus of two public sessions Thursday, … Master Plan and the proposed Hilltop Village Roadway will speak with campus and community members from noon …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55508

Area Sustainability Leadership Summit hosted by WMU

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… and sustainability manager, Bronson Health Care Group Inc. Walker Modic , sustainability specialist, Bells Brewery, Inc. Darcy Nelles-Serba , facilities project manager, Stryker Medical Skip Pruss , principal and … or moderator of international conferences, including the Washington and Bonn International Conferences on Renewable …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14523

Kalamazoo County students are up to something big

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… science and technology collaborative, and the Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations … at Western Michigan University. Gus Calbert is serving as project coordinator, and Yolanda Lavender is coordinating … with the 'One Community' foundational theme of the Walker Institute's community engagement work," says Dr. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13855

Education meets innovation: Interior design students envision accessible future for teen living with rare progressive disease

W Magazine

… been through a lot in his young life. At the age of 2, he was diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP). He endured a number … his symptoms, but instead of stabilizing, his ability to walk only worsened when he became a teenager. Donovan Lassig … making an impact. "I don't think we could have done a project like this with just any firm. It's the fresh ideas; …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69849

Preparing to prosper: Broncos get resume-worthy experience through internships

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… through internships Submitted by Erin Flynn on Hannah Kalleward, center, is helping develop safety procedures for … GPI's Kalamazoo converting plant. "I have done many large projects. Some of them have a pretty significant … Tyler Matta, Meegan Heerlyn, Hunter Shulfer, Hannah Kalleward and Max Vreman are all Broncos interning at GPI. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68872

Students invited to apply for Gibbs House Fellowships

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… University students interested in taking the next step toward sustainable living are encouraged to apply for one of … are paid to research and work on campus sustainability projects and policies while living in the historic Gibbs … student-run farm. Bronco Transit bus service is within walking distance, and the house is a short bicycle ride from …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/3878

Waldo Library to extend hours for end of semester

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Waldo Library to extend hours for end of semester Submitted by Deanne Puca on WMU's Waldo Library KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s … WSA has partnered with University Libraries in this pilot project, which will be evaluated for future planning …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31703