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Western grad students break down communication barriers, empower parents with language class

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… skills and learn from each other," Huls says. They came up with Language Exchange, an evening class where native … to know them." Parents help each other on a language assignment. Supported by Project TEAMS , a federal grant … to do this.' And it was a student who tended to really struggle in grade-level content in my class. For her, it was so …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72377

Food marketing students soar to second place at national university case competition

Haworth College of Business

… business case for the competition focused on Stepherson's Superlo, an independent grocer in Memphis, Tennessee, that … Once the presenters began practicing, it was up to the larger research and preparation team to give … are affiliated associations, manufacturers and service suppliers, as well as other entrepreneurial companies. For …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52530

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute appoints new director

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… which is a University-based, community volunteer program designed for learners age 50 and above. Dr. Toni … replaces the retiring Shirley Swanson who is wrapping up a five-year term as director. Swanson's leadership played … had two separate stints as the director for Upward Bound at WMU with time between the two spent as a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52789

Future Broncos use talents to help frontline health care workers

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… also using their equipment and skills to make essential supplies for doctors and nurses. ENGINEERING AID Ryan Barker … the country sit idle, a laboratory of sorts has sprung up inside Barker’s home in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. His … will be donated to Lakeshore FIRST Robotics. SELF-TAUGHT SUPPORT Michael Mills sits near his 3D printer. Right now, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59007

Unmasking the stigma surrounding face coverings

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… swing state … and this is going to be very politicized." Digging below the surface politics of mask-wearing, a much … The immediate inconvenience masks can create—fogging up glasses and making breathing and speaking incrementally … national Behavioral Science Response to COVID-19 Working Group , he’s worked on similar messaging campaigns aimed at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59906

Mentorship and externship in the era of COVID-19

Haworth College of Business

… a peer mentor involved much more communication with my group of externs,” says James Rubio , a senior from Canton, … to talk any time made them feel more comfortable and supported.” Khansa Shaikh Organization and balance has helped … resilience as we emerge from COVID-19. This extern group is actually quite lucky because they may have more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59337

Western students call virtual study abroad programs 'a great escape'

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… experience." "COVID-19 has shown us that we are all bound up in each other globally. Right now, both the United States … of various speaker sessions, an international group project and additional culture videos. These have helped … culture to life and have helped us enjoy some of the biggest benefits of studying abroad: relationship building and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63298

Western researchers land $2.5M grant to accelerate energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles

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… energy efficiency in autonomous vehicles. U.S. Rep. Fred Upton calls the grant a "well-deserved boost for WMU's … sensors that are drawing tons of power being fed into a super computer that processes all those sensor outputs and … mile of road, it equates to a very minimal investment and a significant improvement in safety and energy efficiency of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64919

Bouncing back: Re-engaging students with the Libraries

University Libraries

… "One of our most vibrant classes is a theater history group. It's a whole group of extroverts," Steuer says. The … to be happy with 25 students. Two hundred thirty-eight signed up for it," recalls Langan. One of the reasons for … to us because they need help, and we help them. We don't assign grades or do any sort of evaluation. We're a safe place …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2023/02/impact-report-bouncing-back

Creating a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion

University Libraries

… to explore basic concepts of intersectionality and microaggressions, acknowledge structures that support white privilege and racist systems, and practice vulnerability. To wrap up the series, Safe on Campus training was provided in …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2023/02/impact-report-dei