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First students in Multimedia Arts Technology program to graduate

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… verified) on From left: Nate Elkus and Dr. Christopher Biggs KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The first graduates of Western Michigan … of the Kalamazoo Laptop Orchestra; Dr. Christopher Biggs , assistant professor of music; and John Campos , … audio engineering, computer generated audio technology, live sound reinforcement, computer programming and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31952

Behind-the-scenes New York Fashion Week experience solidifies future for Western fashion design student

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… was my first time in New York, and nothing is going to live up to this!" LeKander says. The winner of Western's … “Our goal for the UofNYFW college program is to deliver innovative experiences and once-in-a-lifetime learning … by an exclusive experience at one of the fashion world's biggest events. "If I hadn't come to Western, I don't think …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71033

Enlightened aviation adventure creates path to success for alumnus

College of Aviation

… Reilly), the "Dumb and Dumber" movies, and "Saturday Night Live" skits. "And watching Tom ‘smoke’ the Golden Gate … a fleet of almost 40 freighters that provide express air delivery of virtually anything—as well as on-demand charter … it all very worthwhile.  I want to keep that enthusiasm alive and well." For more WMU news, arts and events , visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58542

Family overcoming adversity thrives through WMU programs, partnerships

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… Michigan—In elementary school, Trayshawna Thomas struggled. Disinterested and frustrated in the classroom, she … I was a kid who had a lot of potential but didn't always live up to it. So, I had some people from Upward Bound and Western Michigan University reach out and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57303

Uncharted Waters: Campus community navigates unprecedented shift to distance learning

W Magazine

… in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Personally, my biggest challenge is dealing with the grief of leaving my … offered assistance with online teaching fundamentals and delivery options during the transition. Stinson took advantage … locations like Traverse City and Macomb County staffing the live chat feature to provide quick responses to student and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59590

Redefining Normal: Alumni find strength in each other to inspire a new generation

W Magazine

… Stability is a sanctuary, and for the first time in their lives, Justin and Alexis Black have found it. Both … father and later her boyfriend. "We went most of our lives not really understanding what that looks like." "I had … mentors around me gave me the confidence to apply. They suggested I go to the Seita Scholars Program because they had …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63818

Esports summer camp at WMU lets youth hone skills, explore growing industry

News

… reasoning, you learn all that kind of stuff," he says. "We live in a different time where you can do so much with this …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54279

The other potent greenhouse gas

Research and Innovation

… A little change in the things we control create much bigger changes in the amount of water vapor. “So, we care … all of us. And none of us as humans has figured out how to live without it yet.” Read more about WMU researchers and …

https://wmich.edu/research/other-potent-greenhouse-gas

Faculty awarded prestigious Fulbright fellowships for global research and teaching opportunities

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https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/url-2025-fulbright-fellowships-awarded-stephen-covell-chien-juh-gu

Guidelines for Stewarding our Institutional Voice

Office of the President

… faculty, staff, alumni and donors from a wide array of lived experiences from across our state and around the … official statement prematurely may give the impression of delivering a final say on matters that remain unsettled. It’s …

https://wmich.edu/president/leadership/institutional-voice