The College of Engineering and Applied Sciences' inaugural Spire Award recipient is Jim Castellano, B.S.E.’87, who spent 35 years with Ford Motor Company and is currently vice president design engineering xEV for Hitachi Astemo Americas.

Through connecting with professors, maintaining a full-time job, and focusing on her studies, Tessa Biondo has continued to explore the abundant opportunities at Western and in her field.

Western Michigan University's Formula SAE student organization is building its first electric vehicle (EV), hoping to meet the stringent technical requirements for competition.

Sunseeker was formed over 30 years ago when a group of students set out to design, build and compete with a solar car. Their goal remains the same today—enhance our understanding of renewable energy and make renewable energy sources more viable for the future.

An engineering team at WMU has put the University at the forefront of applied research in printed electronics and the development of flexible, lightweight sensing systems. 

Senior Tayler Trowbridge is finishing up her final semester at Western Michigan University with a strong sense of who she is professionally. Throughout her time at WMU, Trowbridge has achieved a well-rounded education in business, enhancing her understanding of her chosen profession.

Classes resume at 8 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 27.

Medallion Scholar Nadia Famiano is only in her second year at Western, but she's already a published author. In between school assignments, she's busy entertaining invitations for book readings and honing her literary talents through the University's creative writing program.

Just a few years after graduating from the product design program, four alumni are transforming the flight, auto, medical and pet care industries with their insightful designs and professional experience. "Looking back, I just can't fathom where I'm at. Eighteen-year-old me thought I was going to be a graphic designer … and here I am designing cars in Detroit for a major company," says Danialle Baumgardner, BFA '21.

Wondering what to expect from the 2023 holiday shopping season? So are retailers as they face their own challenges with transportation capacity and the impacts of inflation on U.S. households. Stores are preparing for the entire shopping season, which begins well before Black Friday this year. Haworth College of Business professors weigh in with their insights.

Students are encouraged to submit artwork and research posters for Waldo Library's spring exhibit.

Just a few months into its life, the WMU Student Center is already creating a palpable vibe on campus of community, togetherness and belonging. It was a long journey to create this new hub, but the alumni and leaders who carried it forward say they see a little bit of themselves in this incredible new space.

Western has welcomed hundreds of teacher education candidates this fall thanks to the state-funded Grow Your Own program, which provides a tuition-free education to Michigan school employees. Our newest Broncos come from Ann Arbor, Kelloggsville, Parchment, Van Buren Intermediate and West Ottawa school districts.

Alumni and donors David, MSA ‘75, and Sandy Rozelle, MA ‘73, are dedicated to putting the education of younger generations within reach. David Rozelle says his long journey as an accounting professor at WMU was an "accident" of sorts, but it was an experience that offered him more than he ever imagined.

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association will recognize Dr. Yvette D. Hyter, professor emerita of speech, language and hearing sciences, with the Honors of the Association at its convention in Boston. This is the highest honor bestowed by the organization, distinguishing members for their contributions to communication sciences and disorders disciplines.

Western Michigan University sales students competed at the State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition, where Cameron Musser took first in one of the sales role-plays, bringing home prize money and accolades for the Haworth College of Business.

For this three-day training, firefighters and public safety vehicles, including at least one fire truck, will be outside the Bernhard Center.

Nearly 400 students, faculty and staff attended the event at the WMU Student Center. Each participant declared their individual and communitywide commitment to well-being by signing a banner affirming their pledge.

The ceremony, held at WMU’s newly unveiled student center, celebrated the highest number of transfer agreements ever signed between the two institutions. With these agreements, Kalamazoo Valley students in more than 50 programs can transfer seamlessly to WMU to continue pursuing a bachelor's degree.

During a timeout in the first half of the game, representatives from the Office of Veterans and Military Affairs will honor BSSD dogs and trainers and recognize $15,000 that was donated to the organization over the summer through the sale of Operation Hat Trick merchandise. Blue Star Service Dogs will name a dog cadet in honor of WMU, and Bronco fans will have an opportunity to vote on that name at the football game.

Native American Heritage Month honors the culture and contributions of Indigenous populations in the United States. Western's Native American Student Association and Native American Affairs Council are hosting a number of events to raise awareness and honor Native American history and heritage on campus.

Senior Eric Isaksson is leaning into his academic community as he steps into the business world as a professional.

Themed “Everyone Needs To Read: Community Literacy in Action,” the symposium set for Friday, Dec. 8, aims to bring together educators, volunteer tutors, students, and community members who are passionate about advancing literacy for all.

Western students will perform alongside shadow interpreters in order to expand the theatre-going experience for audience members who are deaf and hard of hearing. This is the first time a shadow performance has been staged at a theatre in Kalamazoo.

Western rarely closes or delays classes, so always assume campuses are open. In the absence of notification via one of the methods listed below, all normal operations will continue as scheduled.

Dr. Wady Ramírez will serve a three-year term as president to develop and promote higher education among Dominican universities.

Six College of Education and Human Development alumni have been recognized by Crain's Grand Rapids Business as either emerging leaders, influential leaders or notable leaders in diversity, equity and inclusion. 

Allegiant Travel Company has selected Western Michigan University as an inaugural partner in its Accelerate Pilot Pathway program, which will streamline the career trajectory for Broncos by giving them a mentor to guide them through their studies as well as a conditional job offer as an Allegiant first officer upon completion of their training requirements.

Student and employee flu shot clinics are planned at the student center in November.

Johanna VanLandegent, a senior finance student at Western Michigan University, is making an impressive start in her career. Condensing her B.B.A. into two years, VanLandegent has already secured her place in the professional world as a member of TruVista Wealth Advisors with her dedication and impressive performance.