Western Michigan University is taking on a leadership role with the Center for Plastic, Paper and Hybrid Packaging End-of-Life Solutions, which is focused on developing solutions to pressing issues related to the amount of plastic waste and plastic-coated paper waste produced in the United States.

The Sustainable Housing Equipment (S.H.E.) Shed takes donations of new and gently used items that Western Michigan University students can then pick up for free to furnish their homes.

For some students, arriving to Western Michigan University is an exciting choice, made after careful consideration; for others, attending the university is a lifelong dream coming to fruition. But for cybersecurity student Rua Hamed Salim Al Rasbi studying at WMU was fate.

Western Michigan University opened its new Bronco Esports Lab, a shared space for gamers and students pursuing a career in the field. The lab, which is a key part of the university's esports minor, gives students hands-on experience with industry-standard hardware and software.

From move-in to Stadium Night to cookouts and Bronco Bash, Western Michigan University's newest students are getting acclimated to campus and ready to kick off the academic year.

Flexibility first drew Harinie Narasimhan to Western Michigan University from India to earn her MBA. Participating in Christ University’s dual degree program with Western, Narasimhan has experienced the best of both institutions’ expertise and the opportunity to take a variety of electives in a course progression that meets her needs. 

Mechanical engineering student Luis Jacobo Meija is always working to advance his future career, propelled forward by the opportunities offered to him by Western Michigan University. 

Rock Garden at Unified Clinics

For Western Michigan University students in Supply Chain Management 3810, Experience-Driven Learning took the form of consulting with a local company, putting their classroom knowledge into action and partnering with a WMU Haworth alumnus. Dr. Sime Curkovic and Jake Caldwell, B.B.A.'12, MBA'18, created a partnership to give students real-world experience and Kenco fresh insight on a specific operations challenge.

Steve Neal, a Bronco alum and Midwest area scout for the Detroit Lions, has helped the team harness homegrown talent to excel in recent years.

The WMU Student Center was recognized as a leader in sustainable construction, receiving a Silver LEED certification for new construction.

Forbes ranked WMU first among education institutions and 16th overall in the state of Michigan on its list of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025. 

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.

This article links to Dean Smith's latest publication.

Funded by a nearly $15,000 award from the Native American Heritage Fund, Western Michigan University will consult with elders and councils of the three Potawatomi tribal nations in Southwest Michigan to bring elders to campus for office hours and events.

The Haenicke Institute for Global Education recognizes and thanks the 47 dedicated faculty, staff and graduate student leaders who led study abroad programming during the ‘24–’25 academic year.

Two-time WMU Study Abroad traveler and business student says global experiences change lives and careers 

At Moetion Technologies, Dan Praise and Landon Sykes were able to build their resumes up by working on client projects.

The special virtual meeting will be at 1 p.m.

It's the unofficial kickoff to the academic year: Bronco Bash will take over Western Michigan University's Main Campus on Tuesday, August 26, from 3 to 6 p.m.

The Office of the University Ombuds, in conjunction with the Faculty Senate and Registrar's Office, would like to announce that the committees comprised of faculty that review hardship withdrawal, course grade and program dismissal appeals have changed their name. Moving forward, the committee formerly known as the Grade Appeal and Program Dismissal Appeal Committee (GAPDAC) will now be known as the Academic Appeals Review Committee (AARC). This change, put in place by an approved MOA, better reflects the mission of this committee and represents all of the appeals it reviews. Future messages from the Office of the University Ombuds regarding this committee will now be written as "AARC Availability", "AARC Instructor Form" and "AARC Non-attendance Form". Please contact the Ombud's office right away with any questions or concerns.  

This article is about WMed and Nursing collaborating to educate more students on renal health.

Hosted by the Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations, the WIRE Math and Science Summer Camp gives students in grades three through eight the opportunity to explore the worlds of mathematics and technology in ways relevant to their lives.

Two WMU accountancy students were honored with significant scholarships from the Michigan Accountancy Foundation. Orion Rahjes and Frans Tanade are in their final year at WMU Haworth and received awards that will significantly impact their further education.

Campus move in and Fall Welcome 2025 includes a week filled with excitement, community spirit and energy for the new academic year. 

In July, the College of Education and Human Development held its first Organizational Change Leadership Ph.D. Summer Summit. Over 20 doctoral students from the fully online program, along with program coordinators Dr. Vanessa Hills and Dr. David Szabla, traveled from across North America to meet in person for the first time.