Driving connection
A new shuttle launched by the Leadership and Business Strategy Program is "Bringing the Juice" to efforts to better connect campus with Downtown Kalamazoo.
International Education Week Nov. 3-7
The Haenicke Institute for Global Education is hosting several events this week—guest lectures, panel discussions, research presentations and more—that are free and open to the public. Mark your calendars, and read more about the impact of global education on the community here at Western Michigan University.
Student stories
Kenya believe it? Gideon Kipkemoi’s amazing international aviation journey
Carol Cochrane finds global perspective through WMU Haworth
Daniela Padilla is expanding creative horizons with TikTok, Disney and Hulu
Physician assistant students explore global medicine in Kenya
Western welcomes more than 275 new international students to campus
WMU Study Abroad honors eight recipients of the prestigious Gilman Scholarship
Faculty stories
Western Michigan University faculty gain global perspective through University of Passau exchange program
Building global connections through the classroom: WMU’s Global Classrooms Collaborative
Global Engagement Award recognizes efforts to welcome international scholars
Internationally regarded geographer honored as WMU's Emerging Scholar
Latest news
In the know about snow: Winter 2025-26 closure policy and safety information
WMU-AAUP, President Kavalhuna launch scholarship to advance opportunity for first-generation students
WMU’s Sky Broncos crowned regional champions for 4th consecutive year
Champions of the arts, WMU alumni Lynn Chen-Zhang and Charles Zhang win Kalamazoo arts council award
WMU announces second 2025 cohort of Experience-Driven Learning Venture Grants
WMU Board of Trustees to meet Thursday, Oct. 30
Oh, what a feline: Star of WMU Theatre’s ‘Cats’ moonlights as ‘American Ninja Warrior’ competitor
Students crack code for career success at WMU Cybersecurity Summit
Excellence in action
Western honors staff who inspire, connect and lead with 2024-25 Make a Difference Award
WMU geoscientist honored with prestigious scholar award for research in remote sensing, water resources
Exemplars of campus engagement honored with Distinguished Service Award
WMU educators recognized for excellence in teaching and student engagement
Global Engagement Award recognizes efforts to welcome international scholars
Internationally regarded geographer honored as WMU's Emerging Scholar
First-year faces
The future is bright
For Western graduates, commencement isn't the end of a journey—it's the beginning of a new life full of meaning. Their years as a Bronco are creating opportunities of a lifetime.
From cold case to hot career: WMU graduate poised for future in law enforcement
Leadership, internship and relationships elevate sport management grad's experience
Bound for greatness: Chemical and paper engineering grad presses forward in career
Supply chain standout grad racks up resume-worthy experiences
Wellness at Western
The Western experience is designed to prioritize the whole you. You'll find everything you need to thrive intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially both in and out of the classroom. This holistic approach starts with the skills and abilities you don't see on paper: mental well-being, grit and purpose. That's why Western offers wellness tools to help students explore their strengths and areas for growth.
