The funding from the Michigan Innovation Fund will help accelerate biotech startups and drive economic development through Western Michigan University's Biosciences Research and Commercialization Center.

Information regarding the 2025 Rider Colloquium.

Mihail Naskovski is an accomplished student, professional and researcher who doesn’t shy away from a challenge. Completing the Master of Science in Finance program at WMU Haworth prepared him with a deep understanding of finance theory and research skills that he’s using while he pursues a Ph.D. 

WWMT coverage of BLVS resource fair

“Student, builder, hacker, dreamer!” Lochlan McElroy is dreaming big and embracing his role as student and leader and honing his skills for his chosen field of cybersecurity.

With over 35 years of service to the University Libraries, Jean Douglas, manager, User Services, will retire from Western Michigan University on July 31.

Yoyo Rodriguez-Vargas, who plans to study kinetic imaging at Western Michigan University, got a let up on his college studies through the dual enrollment program at WMU-Grand Rapids.

Jonathan Malone, who has been taking classes at Western Michigan University through a dual enrollment partnership with Grand Rapids Public Schools, is excited to start his first year at WMU as an engineering major.

The project remains on track to open the walkways in the newly created pedestrian green space ahead of the start of fall classes.

Western Michigan University's Sunseeker Solar Car Project took home fourth place and won the Aesthetics Award at the 2025 Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix. The registered student organization includes dozens of students who design, build and ultimately race a fully solar powered vehicle.

This was WMU’s 21st race since 2000, which culminates events during the past year dedicated to encouraging and promoting women in aviation.

Dr. Rosemary Max began her work July 14 as the new associate vice president of the Haenicke Institute for Global Education. Max brings more than two decades of leadership experience in international education and global engagement to Western.  

Western Michigan University recently secured a grant from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity to significantly boost PK-12 STEM education in Southwest Michigan. The University's College of Education and Human Development will use these funds to provide wider access to engaging, hands-on STEM experiences.

One of the most prestigious honors in the field of early music. Administered biennially by Early Music America, this distinguished award supports advanced study of Medieval, Renaissance or Baroque bowed stringed instruments outside North America and provides up to $25,000 in funding.

Ellie Lundy, a first-year doctoral student in Occupational Therapy at Western Michigan University, serves as the Switchboard Student Lead in the IT department. Originally from Charlotte, MI, Ellie chose WMU for its renowned OT program. In her IT role, she manages calls, assists students with inquiries, and develops leadership and communication skills that complement her career goals. Outside of work, she enjoys reading fantasy novels, spending time with friends, and nannying children with disabilities—a passion inspired by her mother, a special education teacher.

A new school psychologist training program, set to launch in fall 2027, will offer an EdS degree to address practitioner shortages and support student mental health in Michigan, thanks to a $650,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity.

Hands-on learning pushes Aus Al Rasbi, cybersecurity student, to seeks opportunities as part of his college education at WMU. He relishes solving problems and is excited about the growth of AI and machine learning in cybersecurity, especially how AI can improve threat detection and response in real time.  

Clifford Aidoo-Mensah, M.S.’24, received an Outstanding Student Paper Award at the annual Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) 2025 Conference for his work to assess the financial viability, scalability and efficiency of adopting a hybrid manufacturing process.

A team of four Western Michigan University students placed second in the undergraduate division of the 2025 Social Engineering competition at Temple University in Philadelphia.

Many of WMU’s 1,200 international students seek post-graduation job training before returning to their home countries. Currently, around 400 international alumni are enrolled in various federal occupational practice and academic training programs, supported by Western in partnership with employers nationwide. 

Featured in Assessing and Treating Behavioral Addictions, the chapter explores the historical development and current prevalence of exercise addiction.