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Zhang Financial Presidential Intern Mo Tall stands with Charles Zhang, Lynn Cheng-Zhang and WMU President Kavalhuna. — WMU and Zhang Financial announce special EDL internship

President Kavalhuna entrusts part of his personal investment portfolio to a student intern in a prime example of Experience-Driven Learning.

Learn about the internship

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Samuel Marseille stands on stage with Cultivate 269 stakeholders while holding a giant $100,000 check.

WMU student’s health care AI innovation wins $100K through Cultivate 269 pitch competition

Graduate student Sam Marseille’s AI-powered language-barrier-busting tech won both the $75,000 grand prize and $25,000 popular vote prize at the inaugural event, which drew hundreds of supporters, community and business leaders, and potential investors to the WMU Student Center.

A student pours liquid from a beaker in a science lab.

Earth Day marks grand opening of new, dedicated space for WMU’s IDEAS Collaboratory

Jonny Shatter, a WMU education alumnus who works as an executive loan officer for a mortgage brokerage.

Education alum’s lesson plan for a meaningful career: Embrace the unexpected

Students gather for the Midwest APIDA Students Union Spring 2026 conference hosted at the WMU Student Center.

Students build leadership skills, promote belonging at WMU-hosted MAASU Spring Conference

Mario Antonio Valenzula stocks food on shelves for Montgomery Essential Needs.

Western celebrates contributions of student employees with awards, appreciation week

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A graduate points to his diploma as he crosses the commencement stage at Miller Auditorium — Crossing the stage

When Western graduates cross the commencement stage, they embark on new lives filled with purpose and potential. Take it from these grads, whose experiences at WMU have prepared them for bright futures.

Meet our newest alumni

A family poses for a photo outside with Buster Bronco.

Never too late: WMU dad surprises family by finishing degree

A portrait of Mehran Najafi in his graduation regalia holding up a W sign with his hands.

Political science grad eyes future in advocacy for refugees, immigrants

Hope Donovan, dressed in graduation regalia, shows off her painting.

Art grad curates impressive resume through Experience-Driven Learning

A portrait of Noah Braasch outside in his graduation regalia.

Lessons in language: Mastering Japanese, computer engineering opens doors for WMU grad

Daniela Padilla poses for a photo outside in her graduation regalia.

Daniela Padilla is expanding creative horizons with TikTok, Disney and Hulu

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

Dr. Pnina Ari-Gur, Chef Andrew Francisco

Global Engagement Award recognizes efforts to welcome international scholars

Internationally regarded geographer honored as WMU's Emerging Scholar

Members of the Native American Student Organization stand together on stage.

Native American Student Organization recognized as exemplar in diversity and inclusion

Western Michigan University's Native American Student Organization is being honored for its civic and campus engagement and efforts to amplify Indigenous voices and perspectives through cultural and scholarly programming.

First-year faces

Yoyo Rodriguez Vargas holds a skateboard across his shoulders in front of Miller Fountain.

Gearing up for the grind: Skateboard-loving student ready to roll into WMU's kinetic imaging program

Jonathan Malone stands next to a machine in a lab.

Budding engineer ready to create career opportunities at Western

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 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.

A student holds up a phone with the WellTrack app open.

WellTrack Boost

WellTrack Boost allows users to track their mood over time, identify stressors, intentionally schedule self-care activities and learn about strategies to manage feelings of depression, anxiety and stress.

Uwill

Uwill offers students free access to teletherapy services 24 hours a day, seven days a week throughout the year and tailors the experience based on an individual's unique needs and preferences.