Mechanical and Aeronautical Scholarships

The D. E. Bluman Memorial Award

Award given to an outstanding student in mechanical engineering who has demonstrated interest and ability in liberal studies. The award is given to a student with at least 30 hours at Western Michigan University and within 30 hours of graduation. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. The award is made during the winter semester and the amount varies. Information on the award is available in the Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering.

The Kalamazoo Antique Auto Restorers Club Scholarship

Awarded annually to students in the mechanical engineering curriculum with an option in automotive engineering and an interest in the restoration of classic cars. Awards are given to students with at least 30 hours completed toward their major and a 3.0 GPA. Two $500 awards are given during the winter semester. Award is not renewable. Apply to the Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering Department.

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TowerPinkster Endowed Scholarship

For full-time junior or senior electrical or mechanical engineering students with an interest in environmental design and building. $500 award with an opportunity to apply for an internship at TowerPinkster. Applications are due January 31, 2012 and are available in the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Department offices (B-236 or F-234).

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Graduate Assistantship

Graduate assistantship is available for pursuing master degree in Mechanical Engineering at Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering, Western Michigan University. The preferred research areas, not limited to, are Li-ion battery and hybrid vehicle performance testing, characterization, integration, and system design and optimization technologies. Previous experience related to energy storage and or battery research is highly recommended but not required.

The assistantship is available from Spring Semester of 2011 and screening will continue as applications arrive until awarded. Interested parties have to apply for graduate studies in the department and qualify for admission in the graduate program at the department. For more information one can contact the Department Office or send an email to Cavid@wmich.edu or Bade.Shrestha@wmich.edu