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Top geography students test skills in state bee at WMU
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… after winning their local contests. The WMU event is scheduled for the Fetzer Center, with preliminary rounds … compete to determine the Michigan winner. Contestants this year include four students from the Kalamazoo/Portage … area and eight from Grand Rapids and surrounding suburbs. This is the 30th anniversary of the National Geographic Bee. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46180
Be aware of Stadium Drive construction ahead of fall move-in
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… ahead of fall move-in Submitted by Erin Flynn on Western is ready to welcome Broncos back on campus for fall … on Western Michigan University's main campus are advised to pack some patience. A reconstruction project on … runs Thursday through Tuesday, Aug. 25-30 . "Move-in day is always a day that we look forward to in Housing and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68861
WMU fashion program recognized as one of the top in the nation
College of Education and Human Development
… recognized as one of the top in the nation Submitted by Chris Hybels on A student uses a sewing machine in the design … Michigan University's bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising and design (FMD) became one of six programs in the … by the Textile and Apparel Programs Accreditation Commission (TAPAC). TAPAC is the only accrediting body for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71303
Future Broncos use talents to help frontline health care workers
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… for health care professionals across the country. “My goal is to do as much as I can to help people in need,” says Ryan Barker , a Wisconsin high school senior. Both he and Michael Mills , who is set to graduate high school soon in Florida, are …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59007
Mentorship and externship in the era of COVID-19
Haworth College of Business
… Whether those externships are virtual or delayed to later this summer or early fall, they are a key way that students … determine if the career pathway they are interested in is right for them. Arayana Janson The Business Externship … Program , offered through the Zhang Career Center , is a career exploration opportunity, but it is about much …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59337
Western researchers land $2.5M grant to accelerate energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles
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… autonomous research vehicle. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Automation is the future of the automotive industry, and Western … autonomous vehicle research." He adds, "Yes, climate change is real, and technology developed here at institutions like … and protect our planet." Learn more about Dr. Asher and his team's autonomous vehicle research in an interview on …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64919
WMU and KCC announce major transfer agreement
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… on BATTLE CREEK, Mich.—Western Michigan University and Kellogg Community College have signed a major agreement that will … the loss of credits and duplication of coursework. "This partnership between two robust institutions is a victory for the many students who begin their college …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46804
Occupational therapy grad focused on uplifting community
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… focused on uplifting community Submitted by Erin Flynn on Luis Angel Morales is ready to start his career as an occupational therapist. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68336
Focusing on access and high-quality education, WMU trustees approve 2023-24 tuition
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… with great career outcomes." Edgerton adds that Western is a university focused on “equitable access to a degree, as … aid in 2023-24, the University’s Empowering Futures Gift is also funding the greatest expansion of scholarships in the history of the institution. And new this year, students have …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/72055
6 to be inducted into Athletic Hall of Fame
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… are represented in the 2012 Athletic Hall of Fame Class. This year's class also includes the first-ever women's soccer … induction ceremony at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 26 , at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in downtown Kalamazoo and also at halftime … fifth gymnast to be inducted and the first since Bonnie Boggiano in 2006. She is a three-year letterwinner, was named …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1170