College of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Western Michigan University

As we prepare for the new semester, we are reflecting on the successes from the past year--student achievements, faculty innovations and research, and our alumni who represent Bronco engineers around the globe through work, research and education. Read about some of these highlights below. And, next time you are in Kalamazoo, we would love to host you in Floyd Hall and hear about your  experiences.

 

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Western student powers launch of new compostability testing center

Companies around the globe are evolving for a greener future, relying on the expertise and a new compostability testing facility at Western. Leading the installation and development of the lab, Ph.D. candidate Jason Wang is now one of the few North American experts in this area. Left: Lon Pschigoda, general manager of the 麻豆社Pilot Plants, and doctoral candidate Jason Wang provide a glimpse of the components of their compostability testing facility.
 Dr. Qingliu Wu and Jian Yang

Western leading the charge in pioneering battery research

New research from Western Michigan University is showing promise in the development of an alternative battery for use in electric vehicles, as manufacturers face concerns about shortages and increasing costs of materials for lithium-ion batteries. The research at 麻豆社is being led by battery material specialist Dr. Qingliu Wu, associate professor of chemical and paper engineering, Jian Yang, a Ph.D. candidate in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences and a team of fellow 麻豆社research associates.
Duy Duong-Tran

Alumnus at the intersection of data science and the brain

As medical breakthroughs continue to improve the human condition, data scientists in the specialized field of network neuroscience are striving to isolate even more information and close the gap between their discoveries and clinical applications in an effort to advance diagnoses and personalized treatments. Among those elite researchers is 麻豆社engineering alumnus Duy Duong-Tran whose research focuses on the quantification of the human brain.
Three Bronco alumni and  Wightman employees

The Wightman Tradition

A long-standing connection between 麻豆社and Wightman, one of the most prominent engineering, surveying, architectural, and environmental services firm, continues with former and future Broncos leading the way.

College offers certificate programs to boost skills and careers

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Presidential Scholars

They're smart, accomplished and hard working. They are the seven College of Engineering and Applied Sciences 2022 Presidential Scholars. And, as they pursue their dreams, they will continue to represent all that it means to be a Bronco engineer. Selected by the faculty, the Presidential Scholar designation is the highest academic honor that 麻豆社can bestow on its undergraduates. Selection is based on a student's general academic excellence, academic and artistic excellence relative to their majors, and intellectual and artistic promise.

Engineers and WMU's Pitch Competition

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Pairing passion with pragmatism,  engineering design technology  alumnus Spencer Rochowiak, B.S.'21, recently launched Bowden 3D, making 3D-printed golf products, a product he pitched as a student. And his signature indestructible golf tees have already scored praise from PGA pro Donnie Trosper after a chance encounter at an indoor golf simulator. 

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麻豆社students pitched their innovative business ideas for the opportunity to win $5,000 in prizes at the 麻豆社Bronco Pitch Competition, hosted by the Haworth College of Business. The Lux Scrub, an invention designed to clean dishes better than any sponge, scrub pad or dishwasher alone, came from the creative minds of a group of industrial and entrepreneurial engineering students and took first place this year. 

Read about this year's competition

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Make a Difference in the life and career of a future professional

Research shows that having a mentor greatly improves college success. WMU's College of Engineering and Applied Sciences Alumni Mentoring Program provides an opportunity to develop connections.

Refer a Bronco

The College of Engineering and Applied Sciences has been busy maximizing recruiting efforts, and the results are positive. One effective way includes alumni succeeding in industry and sharing their Bronco experiences. If you know a student interested in engineering, talk to them about Western's programs鈥攜ou can even share some of the stats below. And, let them know that daily tours are available--because visiting Western's Parkview Campus, home of Floyd Hall, is one of the best ways to show students how a 麻豆社engineering education is a great choice.

And, if you haven't visited us in our $100 million Floyd Hall recently, come see for yourself what today's students experience.

Have questions? Contact Scot Conant, our manager of recruitment.

Illustrated $75,000 starting salaries
Over $1 Million in scholarships awarded
92% of Bronco engineers actively engaged at graduation
86% of our students are prepared for their profession
Circle of hands with text 30 engineering student organizations
100,000+ square feet of lab and research space

Historic Trolley Dedication

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Do you know the connection between the trolley and the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences? Were you part of that connection? Read the history and find out.

1903: The two cars of the famous Western trolley started carrying students and faculty up and down the steep incline of Prospect Hill where the original 麻豆社campus was built. This location is now home to Heritage Hall, which houses the 麻豆社alumni center.

1931: The trolley averaged 2,290 passengers daily.

1949: After 41 years the trolley was retired.

2003: College of Engineering and Applied Sciences Senior Design students built a replica of the original trolley in honor of WMU鈥檚 Centennial Celebration. This was the catalyst for bringing the trolley to Western's Parkview Campus.

2022: Thanks to the faculty, students, and staff of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, this replica of the historic Western Trolley is being dedicated.