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WMU researchers develop framework for creating more efficient masks
News
… Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A little more than a year ago, the average American may have worn a mask for a home … equipment (PPE)—such as N95 masks—based on how fibers are arranged in the mask material. Their discovery could … or make equally effective masks out of other materials. "What we found was that, at least for the ability to remove …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64847
4 important questions to ask yourself before submitting your portfolio
College of Fine Arts
… your favorite art teacher for a recommendation letter. Are you ready to hit submit? Take a moment to ask yourself these four questions just to cross your 't's and dot your … or motivation behind the piece, if appropriate - What idea or theme are you conveying? What inspired you to …
https://wmich.edu/finearts/blog/2021/12/4-important-questions-ask-yourself-submitting-your-portfolio
Academics
Medieval Institute
… Academics The Medieval Institute at Western Michigan University offers … oldest such program at a public university in the United States. The graduate program draws on the expertise of … studies at WMU can take medieval studies courses or declare a minor in medieval studies . Medieval studies minors …
https://wmich.edu/medieval/academics
New Native American Affairs Council aims to build relationships, understanding across campus and in community
News
… and establish Native American programming and curriculum at the institution. The new Native American Affairs Council … between the University and tribal communities both on and off campus. Western's Main Campus is on land historically … Acknowledging the importance of the University's shared history with Native American communities and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/66068
Honors College hosts award-winning author
News
… Gordon Henry Jr. will perform live with founding members of music group Northwoods Improvisors at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13 , on the campus of Western Michigan University. The event in Room 1730 of the Lee Honors College features …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20137
Directions
Visit
… Directions Whether you're visiting our campus to attend a concert, … and a thoroughly enjoyable time while you're here. If you are thinking about attending WMU, we strongly encourage you … then turn left onto Ring Road N. Follow Ring Road N for 0.5 miles; turn left onto Central Campus Dr. Follow the road …
https://wmich.edu/visit/directions
Think Big leads to Rethink Smart
W Magazine
… learning and, most importantly, determine how best to further fortify these qualities to advance our students. After … staff and market research of prospective Broncos, we are leaning in to WMU's identity as a university that is … find a deeper meaning and a better way of thinking. It’s what we call Rethink Smart. Rethink Smart understands that …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/61956
WMU Theatre, Face Off Theatre partner to bring “Black Lives, Black Words” back to Kalamazoo
News
… WMU Theatre, Face Off Theatre partner to bring “Black Lives, … the real need across the arts industry to ensure that there are places for people of color and that they have equitable … artists of color a space to express their feelings about what's going on in the world and educate them in how to use …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/07/60278
Business prof wins national award for classroom innovation
News
… professor has been recognized for her innovation in the classroom. Dr. Ann Veeck , professor of marketing, has … marketing research and the innovations she brings to class are legendary," says Dr. Mushtaq Luqmani , chair of the WMU … and has worked in marketing research in the United States and in Taiwan. Contact: Mark Schwerin October 31, 2012 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2725
Nomination for Article Prize
Medieval Institute
… Nomination for Article Prize The Richard Rawlinson Center at Western Michigan University awards the Paul E. Szarmach Prize to the author of a first article on a topic in the culture and history of … for the 2026 competition has been extended to November 15, 2025 . Author of article (required) Title of article …
https://wmich.edu/medieval/article-prize-nomination