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Western’s Pilot Plant gains machine to create recyclable, compostable trays

W Magazine

… has partnered with Kiefel Technologies to become one of a select few institutions in the country that are … a cup in the future, says Lon Pschigoda , general manager of the WMU Pilot Plant. “Molded fiber is growing in … innovation and research.” “It’s a good fit for us,” he adds of the equipment. “We already have traditional papermaking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70874

WMU recognized again for forestry management under national program with new focus

News

… updated its Tree Care Plan to include a fund used to offset tree removal on campus after extensive discussion … effective campus forest management, including establishment of a tree advisory committee, evidence of a campus tree-care plan, dedicated annual expenditures …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61814

Freezer organizer, space optimizer claims first at Bronco Pitch Competition

News

… Pitch Competition Submitted by Stacey Lowis on Dr. Laurel Ofstein welcomes participants of Western's Bronco Pitch Competition. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A … need to optimize their freezers for meal prep is the winner of the K.C. O'Shaughnessy Bronco Pitch Competition and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/04/64011

2023 Arbor Day celebration honors Western's commitment to Tree Campus designation

News

… Eckert, certified arborist, and Jeff Spoelstra, director of Western's Office for Sustainability, help plant a pagoda dogwood. … laboratory. Dr. Todd Barkman, professor of biological sciences, incorporates the campus vegetation into his …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71542

We Talk Spring Keynote Presentation

We Talk

… 04/13/2023 - 3:00pm - Thu, 04/13/2023 - 5:00pm 4010 College of Health and Human Services Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US … Bryan Newland who will share how the cultural teaching of the Seven Grandfathers has guided his experience in … service and helped him engage across divides. A citizen of the Bay Mills Indian Community (Ojibwe) in northern …

https://wmich.edu/events/71225

Data Access

Registrar's Office

… retrieved via a University data system is only for the use of University faculty and staff doing the work of the University. Any other use or disclosure of this information is strictly prohibited. Requesting …

https://wmich.edu/registrar/faculty-staff/data-access

Brewpub on tap for Western's new student center

News

… crews work on the area that will be the outdoor patio of the student center's brewpub. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Big things … enjoy a new brewpub when it opens in late summer 2022—one of the first in a campus student center in Michigan. In … to featuring local and regional beer, the establishment offers opportunities to showcase the work of students in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65077

Manager Marketing, Recruitment and Outreach

Human Resources

… community members, and outreach partners. Leads a team of staff and student employees to ensure the successful implementation of marketing and outreach initiatives. Manages the budget … and outreach activities, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. Utilizes data and analytics to assess the …

https://wmich.edu/hr/employees/staff/jobdescriptions/010928

Breathe the Change: Using Mindfulness to Ease Climate Anxiety

Climate Change Working Group

… the potential to evoke fear, dread, depression, and a sense of powerlessness. Mindfulness can be used to increase present-moment awareness of the environment and our interconnection with it. This … presentation will include an exploration into the impact of climate anxiety, its racial implications, and …

https://wmich.edu/events/75046

Fabric based wireless ECG device

Center for Advanced Smart Sensors and Structures

… activity like walking and running. The device consists of dry electrode sensors, a comfortable chest belt, and a … Sapoznik, P. Fleming, B. Bazuin, M. Atashbar, "Development of a Flexible Wireless ECG Monitoring Device with Dry Fabric … Masihi, D. Maddipatla, M. Panahi, M. Atashbar, "Development of a Flexible and Wireless ECG Monitoring Device," 2020 IEEE …

https://wmich.edu/casss/ecg