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Center of Excellence for Structural Durability
Civil and Construction Engineering
… design, construction, repair and maintenance of highway structures in harsh climates to improve their durability and prolong service life. The studies conducted by the center integrate … Region bridge engineers review RFAs and bring forward to the Bridge RFA Coordination Committee (BRFACC) for …
https://wmich.edu/civil-construction/structuraldurability
All Life is Learning - December 2024
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU
… help support our organization in an incredibly meaningful way. As you think about year-end giving, please consider … learning community and is one of the most tax efficient ways to support your favorite charities. This type of gift, … 2025. The help needed will focus on three areas— Customer Service/Communications: This volunteer will send out …
https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/december-2024
Pre-Law Application Process
Political Science
… University who have decided to apply to law school will want to consider the following. Deciding where to apply Many … of Political Science or it may be ordered from Law Services using the publication order form in the … wish or can afford. Each application requires a fee ; fee waivers are available in cases of financial need. Apply to …
https://wmich.edu/politics/prelaw-app-process
Paper plane prowess propels Western aviation student to international competition
News
… by chance when he showed up for work one day as a line service representative at Western's College of Aviation . … National Finals in Dayton, Ohio. (Courtesy: Red Bull) "I wasn't even scheduled that day, I just needed some extra … all just messing around throwing airplanes, so it really was kind of a fluke that I showed up that day." Cooper …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68114
Defining a Grant or Contract versus a Gift
Research and Innovation
… or support: is it a gift, grant or contract? It is not always easy to define funding. An award might not meet all of the characteristics in one area … state and local public agencies for procurement of specific services. Proposals for Contracts are submitted through …
https://wmich.edu/research/sponsored-project-vs-gift
WMU Homecoming and Family Weekend events planned
News
… are gathering across campus to welcome alumni home, stage award programs and hold special pregame tailgates Saturday, … Thursday, Oct. 10 Homecoming tailgate luncheon—WMU Dining Services lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at all dining centers, … Alumni and Friends—Annual Golden Apple and Keystone Alumni Awards reception and dinner, 5 p.m. , Bernhard Center East …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55720
Student-athletes ready to tackle senior seasons
News
… by Erin Flynn on WMU football players run drills at Warren Dunes. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Sprints instead of selfies. … the field and in the classroom. As their seasons get underway, a few seasoned student-athletes are giving a glimpse … also find time to give back through camps or other service opportunities. "We definitely want to reach out to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54896
Theatre graduate ready for next act, bolstered by support and mentorship
News
… on the big screen and made multiple trips to the altar. "I was named after my grandmother. She was Elizabeth Taylor first," Taylor laughs. "Our favorite … long after graduation. "I learned so much about customer service and activism and communication. I learned that all …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67925
WMU engineering student excels in the classroom, on the rugby field
News
… major, works on a machine during his internship at Edgewater Automation. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An elite team runs like a … Western, but as soon as I came here I knew this is where I wanted to go. It's a big school, but not too big, and it … every week. Medallion Scholars are required to complete service hours to maintain their scholarship, but working …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53485
Free Speech
Free Speech
… as flag-burning, wearing armbands, using the symbol of the swastika or political cartoons, some types of speech are not … a pamphlet published by the Congressional Research Service. Is hate speech protected by the first amendment? … Yes. Hate speech is generally defined as insults towards a person or group of people based on their race, …
https://wmich.edu/freespeech