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Battery research project will support company's clean energy plan

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… and its racks of batteries work. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Consumers Energy ushered in a new technology Sept. 17 at Western … Energy employees who worked on the project, WMU President Edward Montgomery as well as local legislators and county … power its 15  electric vehicle charging stations located near Miller Auditorium. The massive 50-kilowatt, grid-tied …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49068

New scholarship honors WMU graduate's life-changing mentor

College of Arts and Sciences

… New scholarship honors WMU graduate's life-changing mentor Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … student who is involved in the study or development of renewable energy technologies. The scholarship, begun with a … announced during a Nov. 17 reception in WMU's Chemistry Building, with Yassaman and Akhavan-Tafti in attendance. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36667

Youth and community development student prepares juveniles for success after detention

College of Education and Human Development

… Youth and community development student prepares juveniles for success after detention … at BCJC. Soko works closely with office staff to coordinate schedules for youth. Soko gives a tour of the … that's younger and they're coming here to help. So in a way, being a role model has been something that I feel like …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72160

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Resources

College of Arts and Sciences

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Resources An ongoing … academic books, documentaries, etc.). One of the best ways is to learn a second language. Interact with Diverse …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/dei-resources-cas

Multimillion-dollar research center addresses construction challenges

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… University researchers is busily studying new and creative ways to build better in an age of climate change and other … in grants to seven projects being conducted by faculty members at the University. In addition, construction has … in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences annex near the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47955

Camp for blind and visually impaired athletes breaks down barriers

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… Mich.—A rubber ball thuds on the ground, followed by a metallic clanging that fills a silent gym. Young athletes … the opposing team. In a synchronized sprawl, three athletes dive toward the jingling noise as they try to defend their net, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53866

'Book of Mormon' to anchor Miller Auditorium's 2016-17 PNC Broadway series

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… 'Book of Mormon' to anchor Miller Auditorium's 2016-17 PNC Broadway series Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU's … the hit songs, "Hungry Eyes," "Hey Baby," "Do You Love Me?" and "(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life" as well as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30808

University College to become Merze Tate College, honoring legacy of trailblazing alumna

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… University College to become Merze Tate College, honoring legacy of trailblazing … for exploratory majors—after the inspirational alumna who was a scholar, world traveler, journalist, author and disarmament specialist who advised world leaders. "Dr. Tate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65686

New WMU enrollment management leader aims to drive student recruitment growth, success

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… New WMU enrollment management leader aims to drive student recruitment … associate vice president for enrollment management, which was effective  Jan. 21. Salomonson brings 17 years of … expertise spans a range of critical areas, including financial aid optimization, strategic planning and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/url-kristen-salomonson-new-associate-vice-president-enrollment-management

Rianna Clay-Valdez: Building a career path and leaning into authenticity

Haworth College of Business

… Rianna Clay-Valdez: Building a career path and leaning into authenticity Submitted … on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Trial and error—It is one of the best methods of learning. And Rianna Clay-Valdez , a senior from … before finding that her capacity to work with numbers was an inroad to a future in finance. “Entering Western, I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75085