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WMU professor’s research shows social connection leads to success in health goals

Haworth College of Business

… WMU professor’s research shows social connection leads to success in health goals Submitted by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As we step into a new year, we encounter countless messages promoting … exercise programs and more. Despite the prevalence of smartwatches, fitness influencers and health-related information, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74530

Native seed project helps WMU get back to its roots

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… Native seed project helps WMU get back to its roots Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … of the Native Plant Propagation Project's seedlings into waiting containers that they care for until the seedlings … can help beautify campus or help our community in other ways." Jackson waters some of the flats of plants he grows …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54808

Open house to review findings of WMU parking, transportation study

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… Open house to review findings of WMU parking, transportation study … Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Recommendations for bus routes, walkability, bike usage and parking at Western Michigan … Master Plan and the proposed Hilltop Village Roadway will speak with campus and community members from noon …

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

WMU trustees to consider sale of property, capital outlay requests

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… WMU trustees to consider sale of property, capital outlay requests … building projects the state requires each public university to submit annually. Trustees are additionally expected to act on a request to adopt a proposed Land Acknowledgment …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55244

Faculty experts give free science talks to boost research awareness

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… Faculty experts give free science talks to boost research awareness Submitted by Deanne Puca on … preserving the migration of monarch butterflies and clean water. "We just like talking about what we do, and all of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/55183

WMU researchers awarded NIH grant to improve canes used by blind

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… WMU researchers awarded NIH grant to improve canes used by blind Submitted by Anonymous (not … design and cane-use biomechanics to see what has the greatest impact on detecting obstacles and drop-offs in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15729

Grants and Contracts to Join Office of the VP for Research

Research and Innovation

… Grants and Contracts to Join Office of the VP for Research Western Michigan … between all stages of receiving and administering awards, grants, and contracts will add value to our service … while planning occurs for the physical move of the staff to Walwood Hall. In the meantime, work will continue to enhance …

https://wmich.edu/research/grants-contracts-join-ovpr

Business student ready to get into the game at Nike

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… Business student ready to get into the game at Nike Submitted by Erin Flynn on … process to land what he calls a dream job. "Growing up, I was a Nike fan. My favorite athletes are endorsed by Nike," says Tuggle. "It's a long distance away, but it's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity." Tuggle will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53037

Student startup connects small businesses to Gen Z for events, food and shopping

College of Education and Human Development

… Student startup connects small businesses to Gen Z for events, food and shopping Submitted by Chris … in doing. There didn't exist a simple website that was targeted for Gen Z," says Ford. Shindigz was conceptualized and developed as part of a group project …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74175

WMU trustees meet to consider 2019-20 budget, tuition rates

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… WMU trustees meet to consider 2019-20 budget, tuition rates Submitted by … general fund operating budget for the 2019-20 academic year top the agenda for the Western Michigan University Board of … 11 a.m. in 157-159 Bernhard Center . The board is expected to adopt a general fund budget for the upcoming fiscal year, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/54079