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WMU Board of Trustees approves updated contract with faculty union
News
… , the union representing faculty. The contract, originally set to expire early this September, now runs through Sept. … faces significant COVID-19-induced fiscal challenges in the wake of the pandemic's economic impact on higher education … of which may be felt for years to come," says President Edward Montgomery . WMU announced in April that as part of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59586
Professor’s research team helping MDOT reduce construction timeline
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… MDOT reduce construction timeline Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A sure sign of spring is road … at Western Michigan University are helping to pave the way for ensuring the durability of Michigan bridge surfaces, … sealer performance,” says Attanayake. Attanayake’s team set out to test the performance of healer sealers at 21 days …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70417
Bronco Racing speeds into the future with their first EV
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… “Many teams are beginning to transfer over to EV, and we want to stay competitive so that our team learns the most … the students must consider in their design. “We want to win!” says Gould. “For a first-year team that bar might be set a bit high, but realistically we plan to build WMU’s …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73446
WMU grad helps combat 'brain drain' with his social startup
News
… Mich.—After graduation, many young professionals migrate away from the comfort of their college town in search of a … working and playing in the Lansing area. Since Lansing 5:01 was founded in 2016, it has hosted more than 3,000 guests at … Michigan because it felt like home from the first moment I set foot on campus," says the 2007 graduate of WMU's …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47828
Be aware of Stadium Drive construction ahead of fall move-in
News
… Be aware of Stadium Drive construction ahead of fall move-in … Thursday through Tuesday, Aug. 25-30 . "Move-in day is always a day that we look forward to in Housing and Residence … to his support staff and student workers for helping to set the tone for fall semester. "We are here to support and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68861
Western's jazz program earns accolades from international publication
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… on The WMU Advanced Jazz Ensemble received one of three awards granted to Western's jazz studies program from DownBeat magazine's 45th annual Student Music awards. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s jazz … stage. Keith Hall , assistant professor of jazz drum set and jazz studies, received 4.5 stars from critics for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68549
Candidates announced for 2013 Make a Difference annual awards
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… Candidates announced for 2013 Make a Difference annual awards Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The award committee invites additional comments in support of any … and will be honored at the 2013 WMU Academic Convocation, set for Friday, Oct. 4. Contact: Jeanne Baron April 25, 2013 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6857
College of Arts and Sciences faculty and staff recognized for achievements
College of Arts and Sciences
… 2023-24 Arts and Sciences Faculty and Staff Achievement Awards. Recipients were honored during a ceremony on April 12 . The awards aim to acknowledge the exemplary work of individuals … of Arts and Sciences. "Their dedication and passion have set a standard of excellence that inspires us all within the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75480
Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings
College of Aviation
… in the country and named to honor a B-17 navigator who was shot down and executed in a Japanese POW camp during WW2. His B-17 was the Georgia Peach, which has become the squadron mascot. … Martin, and many more. After planned activities, time is set aside to enjoy the local attractions such as the USS …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/aas
Elevating his manufacturing engineering education through Argonne internships
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… on During his time at Western Michigan University, Joe Funk set out to make the most of his undergraduate studies. Funk … and development center in Lemont, Ill. In 2024 and 2025, he was a manufacturing engineering intern. As an intern, he … three have helped Funk shape his future. “Joe’s goal has always been to be a hands-on engineer working on advanced …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/12/joe-funk-manufacturing-engineering