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Faten AlSharmani, an Arab educator and children's story author of Yemeni heritage with a Saudi upbringing
Believe in the value of your story. The experiences and perspectives you bring from your background are strengths, not limitations. Be open to new opportunities, seek support when needed and never be afraid to dream bigger than you ever imagined.
— Faten AlSharmani, from Saudi Arabia, Ph.D. student in Organizational Change Leadership

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Talal Arshad, Western Michigan University alumnus and local business owner, smiles for a portrait in Shibam Coffee Co., the Yemeni coffee shop he established in Kalamazoo

From engineer to entrepreneur: How a WMU alum turned global ambitions into a thriving local business

International students from 2016 enjoy a Michigan snow fall.

A decade later, ESL alumna builds a global engineering career

Faten AlSharmani, an international graduate student at Western Michigan University

An Educator's Mission: How Faten AlSharmani is transforming global systems for vulnerable learners

An international student poses in the desert.

Global Talent in the Lab: How Bincy Binny is shaping the future of mass spectrometry research

Headshot of Dhyan Bopanna standing in the courtyard of schneider hall

Brewing up global business

A WMU alumni dances at the Spring Gala.

International alumna brings bold vision to Spring Gala: A full circle moment for an MBA student turned community and corporate leader

Yomi Nathan, a student in a suit jacket, sitting outside of Floyd Hall on a bench.

Passion in research: Yomi Nathan’s journey to finding his niche

International student from India, Manav Trivedi, stands for photo in front of a WMU backdrop. She holds a WMU sign.

Finding community and confidence: Manavi Trivedi’s journey from India to Kalamazoo for an MBA

International students at orientation holding their hands up like W symbols. There is also a Welcome Here promotion image, showing a hand pointing to Michigan on another hand and the word "welcome" in many different languages.

From Bangladesh to Bronco Pride: How Tasfia Al Amin found her confidence and community at WMU

A portrait of Mehran Najafi in his graduation regalia holding up a W sign with his hands.

Political science grad eyes future in advocacy for refugees, immigrants

International students pose together at a Conversation Circle held by the Center for English Language and Culture for International Students

Breaking Barriers: Blind international students find opportunity at WMU

Mohammed Asif sails on a boat.

Doctoral candidate charts course for success in world-class sailing win

man in front of plane

Kenya believe it? Gideon Kipkemoi’s amazing international aviation journey

Photo of Raiyan Wasi sitting in the WMU Haworth lobby in a blue zip-up

Raiyan Wasi turns classroom knowledge into real-world impact

Cybersecurity student Rua Al Rasbi

True belonging and troubleshooting: cybersecurity student finds joy in ever-evolving field

Harinie Narasimhan outside the Haworth College of Business

A flexible path to independence: Harinie Narasimhan’s MBA journey

Luis Jacobo Meija in Floyd Hall

Mechanical and aerospace engineering student finds possibility around every corner

Professional photo of Mihail Naskovski wearing a gray suit

International student builds research acumen in the M.S. in Finance program at WMU

Aus Al Rasbi

Cybersecurity student is unlocking opportunities and finding success

Clifford Mensah

Doctoral student's work recognized at international conference

A Fulbright scholarship recipient proudly holds a Fulbright banner.

Experience-Driven Learning Spans Borders: International alumnus reflects on journey home

Man at computer

Evaluation student's data collection is driving nonprofit's impact in South Sudan

WMU Trustee Lynn Chen-Zhang stands in a library.

From China to the Midwest, WMU trustee finds a home in Kalamazoo

Po Hsien "Johnny" Chen - WMU Aviation Alumnus

From Taipei to the Skies: The Inspiring Journey of SkyWest Captain Po Hsien 'Johnny' Chen

Jason Woo, WMU College of Aviation Alumni and Family

Gaining his Western Wings and Finding His Way to FedEx, Jason Woo’s in Full Control of His Aviation Career

WMU employee and former international student Cheng Kidd Sun on campus.

Malaysian student comes ‘full circle’ in his study of American politics

Varsha Sundareswaran in cap and gown, smiling and making a W with her fingers.

From Middle East to Midwest, aviation management student thrives through new opportunities

Seethal Albert

International MBA student finds dual-enrollment program the key to her success

A portrait of Zabihullah Najafi in front of a bridge in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Empowered by freedom after years in refugee camps, Medallion Scholar ready to change the world