Making history in 2023
Western celebrates grand opening of 'newest, most innovative student union in the state'
The WMU Student Center is a testament to our dedication to fostering a student-centered environment where memories will be created for many years to come. This remarkable space will serve as the hub of connections, the heart of campus and a cherished place of belonging.
WMU President Edward Montgomery
School of Environment, Geography, and Sustainability reimagines environmental education and scholarship at WMU
WMU commits to strategic initiatives to enhance student, faculty and staff well-being under global charter
WMU introduces new tribal governance certificate
WMU Board of Trustees approves investment in new fleet for College of Aviation
Western's Hilltop Village development ramps up with new parking structure, pedestrian bridge
Unprecedented cross-campus collaboration leads to streamlined student support
Raise the roof
Finch Greenhouse made room this spring for its 50-year-old Agave American plant, affectionately named Alice, to bloom. The plant grew so large, greenhouse specialist Chris Jackson had to remove a glass panel on the roof to accommodate its height.
Impactful research
Michigan Geological Survey receives $14 million in funding
WMU researchers hope to revolutionize papermaking with $2.5M grant
WMU Evaluation Center celebrates 50 years of impact with $7.2M in recent grants
WMU research team awarded National Science Foundation grant for AI readiness through cyber training
WMU researcher making groundbreaking gains in filtration of toxic chemicals
WMU establishes interdisciplinary energy center with grant from U.S. Department of Energy
WMU and Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers team up to improve the reliability of autonomous vehicles
Professor’s research team helping MDOT reduce construction timeline
Empowering Futures
Empowering Futures takes student support to new levels
Two new initiatives supported by the Empowering Futures Gift launched in spring, giving students new avenues for support to keep them on the right track and give them resume-worthy experiences.
First cohort finding success, belonging in new Bronco Connect Living Learning Community
One of the most tightknit groups on campus didn’t know each other just one year ago. Now, the Bronco Connect Scholars have found their community and their passions, changing their lives forever.
Student successes
Western student leaders attend inaugural first-generation college celebration at White House
Noemí Méndez and Joana Zuniga were invited to participate in the first-ever First-Generation College Student Day in Washington, D.C. They were able to meet with leaders in the Biden Administration as well as legislators.
Michigan State Police fund WMU Cold Case Program students: A win-win for justice and education
Behind-the-scenes New York Fashion Week experience solidifies future for Western fashion design student
Julia LeKander's "zero waste" skirt design helped her win Western's 2022 New York Fashion Week Competition and earned her a trip to the Big Apple for UofNYFW, a behind-the-scenes look at one of fashion's most exclusive celebrations.
Seniors honored for academic excellence as 2023 Presidential Scholars
Starting Gate business accelerator serves 100th student company
Sustainable innovation earns Western students a share of $19,000
Ingenious invention gives plant lovers a green thumb and wins Bronco Pitch
Graduate student set to earn first dual degrees from WMU and University of Lisbon
Western's jazz program captures three 2023 DownBeat magazine Student Music Awards
WMU Theatre hosts American Sign Language shadow-cast performance of 'Clue'
Sky Broncos soar to fourth overall in 2023 national flight competition
Student-led fashion marketing project marking hockey milestone hits market at Western
WMU digital marketing student wins first place in national Adobe competition
WMU’s ROTC cadets excel in state, region and nation during capstone training exercises
Three Broncos honored by YWCA as Young Women of Achievement
Employee accolades
We will reign
Amazing alumni
New to the crew
Noteworthy developments
WMU first Michigan campus to bring live visual interpreting to users 24/7
Growing your own at Western: Bolstering the education workforce
WMU, Kalamazoo Valley forge pathways to success through more than 50 program-level transfer agreements
Western honors, celebrates veterans with service dog program donation, scholarship
Kalamazoo Literacy Council, WMU celebrate 10th annual literacy symposium
New partnership gives Western students pipeline to pilot's seat at Allegiant
New name for WMU program reflects commitment to support students' Essential Needs
Western Michigan University recognized for innovation in sustainability
Culture, fashion and food on display as Western's International Festival moves to new venue
WMU campus United Way campaign returns to ‘make a difference' in our communities
Bronco Innovators Challenge inspires creativity, encourages entrepreneurship
$4M state funding boost will help WMU's Kalamazoo Autism Center expand services
WMU named a top sales program for 16th consecutive year
WMU, WMed join forces in $1.37M project to reduce prehospital medication errors for children
Western opens campus to medieval scholars for 2023 International Congress
Western, Kellogg Community College renew agreements to maintain smooth transfer pathways for students
WMU fashion program recognized as one of the top in the nation
WMU becomes second in the state to offer esport minor amidst growing interest in the field
Three new dinosaurs stomping into Rood Hall Dino Park in summer 2023
WMU recognized for viewpoint diversity, only Michigan institution in inaugural Campus Community Network
No card? No problem. Valley Dining Center allows entry with a wave of your hand
Ebony Vision celebrates 20 years of dance at Western
Western community comes together in support of Michigan State University
Trailblazing Western alumna Dr. Merze Tate honored with celebration, statewide tributes
WMU, Kalamazoo College partner to provide immersive, collaborative business experience for students
WMU, Kalamazoo Valley sign agreement leading to smoother degree path for students
