2024 WMU News

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

Seethal Albert is embracing the unknown during her time at Western Michigan University. Originally from India, Albert is an international student in her second year of the MBA dual-enrollment program between Christ University, Bangalore, and the WMU Haworth College of Business, using her love of business to drive her to success.

Black mason broke barriers, laid first building blocks for learning at Western

Dr. Karika Parker, B.A.'02, M.A.'07, Ph.D.'22, a postdoctoral fellow with the Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations, uncovered the lead role Albert White played in constructing Heritage Hall and considers it her "life's work ... to make sure everybody knows (his work) and to celebrate him even beyond Black History Month."

Graduate student endeavors for social change through communication

For Western Michigan University graduate student Daniel Ebo, studying communication wasn’t always the plan — in fact, it just so happened to be the best chance he ever took.  Now, Ebo is delving into communication-based research, focusing on the impact of social media on social change by exploring the relationship between news organizations' tweets and the actions taken by audiences in response.

WMU professor’s research shows social connection leads to success in health goals

What if you could harness the power of social media platforms to help you reach your goals? Dr. Jiahe (Carrie) Song, associate professor of business information systems at Western Michigan University, has recently published research that delves into this question, with interesting applications for both consumers and health care providers.

Mentors and memberships: Becoming an engineer and a leader

Finding and becoming a mentor while studying to become an industrial engineer, Western student Rachel Millett has taken on leadership roles on campus and is ready to start her career in a field experiencing explosive growth.

Ethics Center announces book clubs for spring 2024

Selections highlight ethical questions regarding body size, plagiarism, cancel culture and the place of the virtues in living a good life. All discussions take place in person on Western Michigan University’s Main Campus.

International grad student takes big steps in the right direction

Hellen Yaa Agbevey is taking her first steps toward professional success. Originally from Ghana, Africa, Agbevey is a graduate student in WMU Haworth’s Master of Science in Finance program and on her way to achieving her goal of becoming a financial analyst.

WALI helps expand access to space education

The Western Aerospace Launch Initiative (WALI) is a student organization dedicated to designing, building, testing and launching WMU’s first satellite.

WMU to close all campuses at 3 p.m. for winter storm

Except for essential services, all WMU campuses will close at 3 p.m. for the remainder of today, Friday, Jan. 12, due to severe weather. Classes scheduled for 3 p.m. or later today are canceled.

Governor names new trustees to Western’s governing board

Joining the University’s board are James L. Liggins Jr., senior counsel with the Kalamazoo office of Warner Norcross + Judd, and Kara Wood, executive director of the Grand Rapids-based economic development organization Grand Action 2.0.

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