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Construction near Sangren Hall triggers major traffic changes

News

… new West Michigan Avenue pedestrian mall and water feature. KALAMAZOO--The fenced construction area around the new … including: The closure of Michigan Avenue at the Bernhard Center's Archer Drive stop sign. The permanent removal of … the west-end lawn being suitable for lounging and staging events and the east-end lawn being heavily landscaped. That …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/356

Fashion startup focused on sustainability wins WMU's business pitch competition

Haworth College of Business

… for a company that makes shirts from discarded textiles. KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A clothing company focused on sustainable … fashion won first place at Western Michigan University’s seventh annual K.C. O'Shaughnessy Business Pitch Competition … original business ideas to potential investors. During the event, participants compete for cash prizes while obtaining …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52258

Tandem Van de Graaff Accelerator

Physics

… and high school science mentorship projects overseen by the Kalamazoo Area Mathematics and Science Center . Additionally, students from many high schools and …

https://wmich.edu/physics/accelerator

WMU expands programs for business executives to learn new skills

News

… learn new skills Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A new program offered through the Haworth … and includes lodging, breakfast, lunch and two evening events. Registration is limited to 25 participants. … training these programs offer." Workshops from WMU's Center for Integrated Supply Management focus on developing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38329

Newly revamped Western Wellness effort takes fitness and well-being to new heights

News

… organized a number of fitness-related activities on campus. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Be well. That's the spirit behind an effort … of each month in the Faculty Dining Room off the Bernhard Center Lunchroom. Led by facilitators from Holtyn & Associates and HelpNet, discussions will center of a variety of topics impacting health and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/32843

From Broadway to Bronco: Incoming music theatre student hits stage in New York City

News

… was a message on Instagram asking me to come sing at this event in New York. I thought it was a scam at first, but the … performance with other rising stars and Mary Kate Morrisey, center. Courtesy: Rebecca J Michelson Austin sings a duet …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68788

New fund affiliated with WMU aims to raise $50M to acquire small businesses in West Michigan

News

… Anderson on (Left to right) Doug Lepisto and Derrick McIver KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Sleeping Giant Capital , a private … Drs. Derrick McIver and Doug Lepisto , co-directors of the Center for Principled Leadership and Business Strategy at … and emotional investments." For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. Contact: Stacey Anderson …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60872

Physical therapy students research impact of lift training in facilities for adults with disabilities

College of Health and Human Services

… Begley, Dr. Rodney Weir, Keegan Shannon and Molly Perski. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Although there is little research looking … reception and poster presentations, collaborating with the Center for Disability Services (CDS) Skill Building program. … chair.   Their research and training are intended to prevent injuries and maintain safety for CDS participants and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73971

WMU supply chain program names new director

Haworth College of Business

… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. Marcel Zondag KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Dr. Marcel Zondag , associate professor of … and director of the Food Industry Research and Education Center (FIRE) at Western Michigan University, has been named … or contact Dr. Marcel Zondag . For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67917

Student Employment Opportunities

WMU Student Center

… hiring baristas to start work in Starbucks in the Student Center! Please download the PDF application below and see … Opportunities  Interested in working at one of the Student Center retail food outlets? Mi Pi will offer fast-fired … and submit on Handshake. Look for postings with "Student Center Retail Food Employee" and choose which location you …

https://wmich.edu/student-center/eat/employment