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Student Organization Center opens Aug. 14 in new WMU Student Center

WMU Student Center

… student organizations (RSOs) and student media groups will have a new home in the WMU Student Center beginning … larger than the previous SOC. This unique, thoughtfully designed, student-focused center is intended to serve as the … planning.  The open and inviting semi-formal space was designed with the input of students who will utilize it for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72373

Network neuroscience: Alumnus finds career at the intersection of data science and the brain

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… functions.”  Already, his Google Scholar record is filling up, with 10 publications in just four years. Duong-Tran’s … pushed him to continue his studies. He received continual support and recognition from the Western faculty who … new field, the future Professor Duong-Tran has set-up his life as an educator and researcher in the field he …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67152

In pursuing MBA, Jacobi Wright’s career takes flight

Haworth College of Business

… on campus. Luckily, he has some encouraging mentors to look up to. WMU alumni Randall Rochon, B.S.'03, and Greg Sumner, … have helped me succeed simply by being an example to look up to,” says Wright. “That is all the motivation I could ask …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72876

WMU aviation students to use leading-edge iPad technology

News

… than two pounds versus a 40-pound flight bag that takes up space and can lead to back strain in the cockpit. "The … “The college pioneers new methods of instruction that are designed to improve the pilot’s ability to fly and work … file flight plans, keep charts and terminal procedures up-to-date, and manage iPad deployments. The company’s …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1651

Undergraduate selected to receive prestigious Boren Scholarship

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… a prestigious federal scholarship and has big plans for her upcoming year studying abroad in Brazil. Caitlin Wiley , a … foreign language and international skills. Scholars receive up to $20,000 while fellows receive up to $30,000, but all Boren Award winners agree to work in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47663

Two Broncos tapped to help address racial disparity in COVID-19 outcomes

News

… represent just 13.4% of the U.S. population, they make up more than half of all novel coronavirus cases, and nearly … Manager at  Strong Beginnings , are among a diverse group of two dozen medical professionals, health and community … for many Michiganders beyond COVID-19." One of the biggest challenges facing the task force is time. The group is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59420

Bronco Hockey goalie looks to net support for autism awareness

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… Bronco Hockey goalie looks to net support for autism awareness Submitted by Erin Flynn on … outside the rink. "Being a goalie, we have some artistic freedom with our gear. And we are fortunate here at Western … to go with an autism awareness mask," he says. The helmet designed for Bussi. Bussi worked closely with Allen Schneider …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66854

Five questions with author Dr. Lauron Kehrer

University Libraries

… without weeping strings and booming percussion to ratchet up the tension and prick our eyes with tears. Or a couple’s first dance without a song. Or sitting on hold in … dedicated hip hop day stages, in large part because growing up I had always been told hip hop is inherently misogynistic …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2023/01/five-questions-lauron-kehrer

Building a cultural bridge, engineering students teach refugees about science, math

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… day dart back and forth across a room. They gather in groups, conversing in various languages. All of these children … University's chapter of Engineers without Borders designed a project for children at the Refugee Education … Students make a protective case to cushion an egg that will be dropped off of a balcony. "It's important to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54203

Distinguished writer-graduates return to WMU for Frostic reading

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… Nov. 19 , in 157-159 Bernhard Center. The event is free and open to the public. Brimhall (Photo credit: …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28455