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Anthropology alumna digging life after graduation

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… about different archaeological techniques as much as you want, but you won't truly understand that until you get out … Archaeological Project's field school in Niles, Michigan, unearthing centuries-old artifacts. "I took introduction to … with Dr. Michael Nassaney ," says Delmonico. "He got me involved with the project, and there was no turning back. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58025

WMU students claim top spot in national digital marketing competition

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… WMU students claim top spot in national digital marketing competition Submitted by Samantha Hooker … first in a digital marketing case competition and also claimed a category award for Best Research. The event featured more than 50 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57297

Lucas-Perry makes declaration in Broadway debut: She's here to stay

W Magazine

… Lucas-Perry makes declaration in Broadway debut: She's here to stay Submitted by Erin Flynn on … YORK—Gracing a Broadway stage is a bucket-list accomplishment for many actors, and debuting in a lead role is rare. … Gilmore Theatre Complex to audition for the theatre program nearly two decades ago. "I already felt like I was in a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69836

WMU researchers creating national database of religious response to COVID-19

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… Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Research underway at Western Michigan University will create a national … response grant, the project will also fuel the development of relevant coursework for students at WMU and other … chair and professor of comparative religion, who is leading the project alongside Dr. Diane Riggs , a faculty …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/60002

Grad student who lost sight finds hope in transforming rehabilitation for the blind

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… Flynn on Parsons, left, developed an adaptive running and walking clinic during an internship at Mary Free Bed … master's degrees from Western Michigan University, he's become an inspirational force for change in the blindness and … he disliked with no real career aspirations. His life was nearly cut short in 2014 when he interrupted a home invasion …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/06/64537

WMU engineering student excels in the classroom, on the rugby field

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… the rugby field Submitted by Erin Flynn on Joseph Backe, a mechanical engineering major, works on a machine during his internship at Edgewater Automation. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An elite team runs like a … ethic. He's a hard worker and he's focused." Chad Henry , director of engineering at Edgewater Automation, describes …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53485

Thousands gather for the 60th International Congress on Medieval Studies

College of Arts and Sciences

… Thousands gather for the 60th International Congress on Medieval Studies Submitted by Amelia Bodinaku on Hosted by … The first Conference on Medieval Studies at Western was held in 1962 and by 1966 the conference had grown to include nearly 200 participants from colleges and universities …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/06/magazine-medieval

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Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engineering and Engineering Management

… 9 through 12    1st place—Mix it Up , Van Buren Tech Team members: Mason Weenink, Zachary Danes 2nd place—Mailluminate … Arechiga, Katelyn Van Es, Julianne Mounce 3rd place—Caddie Clip , Clinton High School Team members: Robert McDonald … West Middle School Team members: Felix Wu Grade 5 1st place—Wall Desk , Our Lady of the Lake Team members: Olivia Sarno …

https://wmich.edu/ieeem/innovationexpo/winners

WMU digital marketing professor wins national teaching award by being 'R.E.A.L.' in the classroom

Haworth College of Business

… WMU digital marketing professor wins national teaching award by … of marketing and director of the digital marketing and eCommerce program at Western Michigan University, won the 2022 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69581

Three WMU food marketing students awarded scholarships

Haworth College of Business

… Three WMU food marketing students awarded scholarships Submitted by Amy Coughenour on … Evan Raches and Layla Wallace “Receiving this scholarship means the world to me,” says Knoll. “As someone who is … Raches and Wallace speak highly of Dr. Russell Zwanka , director of the food marketing program, who has led …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/04/gmr-scholarships2025-knoll-raches-wallace