University Theatre announces 2016-17 season
Follow along with a pair of star-crossed lovers, gain an understanding of the struggle of substance abuse or take a walk down the Yellow Brick Road. Season passes are now on sale.
Award-winning inventors to kick off entrepreneurship forum
Stephen John and Joseph Barnett, inventors of NeoVent, will speak at 8 a.m. Friday, Sept. 16, in 2150 Schneider Hall.
WMU lauded for value to nation in Washington Monthly college ranking
In its 11th annual assessment of nearly 750 of the nation's colleges and universities, the magazine ranked WMU at No. 64 among national universities—up 28 places from its spot in 2015.
WMU alum and former trustee wins U.S. legal profession's highest award
Dennis W. Archer was honored earlier this month for his lifetime of achievement by the American Bar Association's 2016 ABA Medal.
Fredrick J. Dobney obituary
Dr. Fredrick J. Dobney, former WMU provost and vice president for academic affairs, died Aug. 19 at his home in Brighton. He was 72.
Alum's degree research evolves into new company
A three-time alumnus and his faculty mentor combined diamond-cutting and laser technologies to create a new machining device.
WMU officials formally launch new cutting-edge Valley Dining Center
The Valley Dining Center, which features nine micro-restaurants and a café, is set to open for normal business operations beginning Friday, Sept. 2
Multitalented microbiology student is highly lauded for her scholarship
Carol Beaver has found new passion and talents while pursuing a developing scientific discipline known as biogeophysics.
Ethics Center recruiting students for competition, info sessions slated
Sessions are set for Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 14-15, for students interested in competing in the Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl competition.
Lemonade, games to greet returning students, faculty, staff
Sponsored by WMU's Sindecuse Health Center, the event will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7, at the Campus Flagpoles.
Most WMU offices closed Labor Day weekend
Except for essential and emergency services, WMU offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of U.S. Labor Day. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, Sept. 6.
One Stop offers multiple student services in central location
The temporary One Stop Center will open on the second floor of the Bernhard Center Aug. 29 through Sept. 9, offering numerous campus services in one location. The center will be closed Sept. 3-5.
Governor recognizes WMU renovation for reducing energy waste
WMU's Heritage Hall renovation has won a 2016 Governor's Energy Excellence Award for the success it triggered in reducing energy waste. The award was announced Aug. 11.
New alum's photo chosen for national promotions
A photo of J. Gabriel Ware taken by WMU photographer Mike Lanka was selected by the Phi Kappa Phi honor society as first place winner in its Spring 2016 Graduation Photo Contest.
College of Fine Arts names new director of marketing and communications
In her new role, Courtney Clancy will work with the Gwen Frostic School of Art, the School of Music and the departments of Dance and Theatre.
WMU's new physical therapy department names founding chair, director
WMU is moving forward with plans to open its new Department of Physical Therapy with the hire of Dr. Stacie J. Fruth as founding chair and program director.
Early registration deadline approaching for the Michigan Autism Conference
Early registration ends Friday, Aug. 12, for the Michigan Autism Conference, which will bring leading authorities on autism to Kalamazoo. The conference is set for Sept. 14-16.
Researcher earning impressive national accolades
Dr. Alan D. Poling will receive this year's International Humanitarian Award from the American Psychological Association for his work with landmine-detecting rats.
WMU researchers showcase Fort St. Joseph at open house
"Flowing Back Through Time: Rivers in Historical and Archaeological Perspective" is the theme of the event, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 6-7, at the archaeological site.
OLLI at WMU stages fall kickoff, course registration begins soon
WMU's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is staging a fall kickoff, while registration for courses and day trips it offers for adults is approaching.
WMU's President Dunn announces 2017 retirement date
Dunn, who has served as president of WMU since July 1, 2007, will retire June 30, 2017. He plans to serve in the capacity of president emeritus for the year following his tenure as president.