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Katharine Dexter McCormick was a vocal supporter of women’s rights, paving the way for women to enter and excel in previously disallowed career fields. As a suffragist, philanthropist, and scientist, she broke boundaries from an early age. Born in Dexter, Michigan, she was one of the first women to graduate from MIT. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked with the Dexter Area Historical Society’s Caryl Burke and Jan Weaver about her early life and influence on women’s reproductive rights.

Washtenaw Community College is aiming to cultivate mobility industry talent with its new laboratory. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

The University of Michigan has expanded its Battery Lab as it works with auto companies and others to advance electric vehicle research. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert took a tour of the new location and has this report.

Washtenaw Community College is launching five new programs to meet the growing needs of key Michigan industries. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.

Ann Arbor City Council unanimously approved a complete overhaul of Pauline Boulevard between Seventh and Main Street. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more details.

Computer memory storage that can endure temperatures above 1000°F might help with other research discoveries in the near future. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more details.

Eastern Michigan University engineering students will head to Pennsylvania this week to participate in an off-road vehicle competition. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has the story.

Throughout the state, educators are looking for engaging ways to prepare students for careers in STEM fields. The Motor City Alliance connects robotics teams throughout Detroit, helping students participate in competitions and learn more about engineering. WEMU’s Taylor Bowie has more.

Ypsilanti’s Cross Street Bridge needs to be replaced. But as WEMU’s Josh Hakala reports, the questions are how to do it and how to pay for it?

The battery industry is attempting to move away from liquid-based lithium-ion batteries to potentially safer and more efficient ceramic ion conductors. WEMU's Josh Hakala reports.