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Restricted ATP
College of Aviation
… certificate with reduced aeronautical experience if they meet certain requirements. The requirements an individual must meet include all of the following: They must … cannot credit pilot training completed outside of WMU toward the instrument or commercial courses and qualify for …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/academics/aviation-flight-science/r-atp
Think Big leads to Rethink Smart
W Magazine
… an introspective process called Think Big to examine WMU's distinctive strengths as an institution of higher learning … qualities to advance our students. After extensive engagement with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and … WMU is helping students find a deeper meaning and a better way of thinking. It’s what we call Rethink Smart. Rethink …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61956
Lithium-ion Battery Safety Guidance
Environmental Health and Safety
… is to provide users of lithium-ion (Li-ion) and lithium polymer (LiPo) cells and battery packs with comprehensive … in training and communicating safety requirements. Manage waste disposal. Investigate incidents involving Li-ion/LiPo … vendors. 9.0 INCIDENT REPORTING Report all incidents and near-misses in the laboratory involving Li-ion/LiPo …
https://wmich.edu/ehs/lithium-ion-battery-safety-guidance
Think Big initiative shifts from thought to action
W Magazine
… to action Submitted by Erin Flynn on "Western has prepared me to follow my dreams by giving me well-rounded training in … rates are expected to slide 14% through the year 2031—nearly triple the national average. "Our enrollment is … realize this promise, is incredible," says WMU President Edward Montgomery. "It can offer us the kind of hope and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57294
Michigan Geological Survey receives state funding for continued science support
News
… Geological Survey at Western Michigan University has been awarded $500,000 from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's new state budget for its ongoing research in statewide … less than 7% of the state to provide this important scientific data to manage and protect our natural …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61873
All Life is Learning - September 2025
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU
… Note Happy Fall, Thank You, and Transitions OLLI at WMU members—can you believe September is already here? A new … your interest. As we begin the fall semester, which always brings seasonal changes—cooler temperatures, shorter … homework, just exploring lots of interesting topics. In the near future we will offer courses in different formats -- …
https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/september-2025
Figures of speech: Instructor helps Kalamazoo TV anchor recover his voice
W Magazine
… the evening anchor for WWMT-TV Newschannel 3 in Kalamazoo was determined to find his voice again. The singular, … the other.” “The larynx for all of us is an emotional thermostat,” Douglas-Vogley explains. “Anytime we have … signature evening newscast greeting and his own name were nearly impossible to utter. Proper coordination of breathing …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59637
Doctoral student earns recognition for research
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… student earns recognition for research Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich. – Baraah Qawasmeh , a Western Michigan University civil engineering … student who just successfully defended her doctoral dissertation, has received numerous accolades for her work …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75926
In Tempo, fall 2024
W Magazine
… with new album Jordan Hamilton performs at the Kalamazoo Farmers Market. Jordan Hamilton ’s latest record, “Project … with the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra for nearly a decade and being a member of the longtime Kalamazoo … Elements: Works for Horn and Piano by Female Composers,” was released in 2004. ■ Western music theatre performance …
https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/fall-2024-tempo
Unmanned aerial systems operations
College of Aviation
… used for surveying operations, natural disaster relief and emergency response. Many local law enforcement agencies as … the NAS to allow them to operate safely. Information Video Watch Here Market Demand “Last year, the FAA forecasted that … There will be many high-paying, technical jobs in the very near future and WMU has the resources to train those …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/uascert