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Teaching for tomorrow: How hands-on AI experience is empowering new educators
College of Education and Human Development
… course not knowing much about AI and feeling extremely wary of its ethical and environmental impacts. However, both … using AI tools,” says Zelaya. “During the courses, I was able and willing to have more conversations with friends … ethical implications of using them.” AI integrated and project-based courses One of those courses was “Empowering …
https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/03/wmu-cehd-leading-ai-integration-education
Michael Coldagelli’s “Go For Shot” – Attend WMU and Pursue an Aviation Career
College of Aviation
… driver, nine iron and putter in approaching well-manicured greens. Michael Coldagelli pictured in front of a WMU Piper … latter is in New Berlin, Wis., a western suburb of Milwaukee where about 40,000 folks reside. Request College of … 777 pilot whom eighth-grader Coldagelli met doing a career project. "We had a great time talking about what it takes …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/04/coldagelli
WMU announces second 2025 cohort of Experience-Driven Learning Venture Grants
News
… Ambrosia , a doctoral student from Dearborn, Michigan. “It was amazing to interact with fellow individuals from the … the expertise of established community partners, this project provides a unique experiential learning opportunity … partnership with the city to develop strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Some students involved in …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/experience-driven-learning-venture-grants-cohort-2
WMU physics department helps NASA’s Artemis program with spaceflight materials research
Physics
… astronauts’ survival system suits commemorate the historic project. Photo credit: NASA/Joel Kowsky KALAMAZOO, Mich.—It … Western Michigan University’s own Department of Physics was involved? WMU’s physics department in 2024 completed a … research project in support of the Artemis and Lunar Gateway missions, contributing critical data to help ensure the …
https://wmich.edu/physics/news/2026/04/physics-artemis
Summer construction paves way for greener, more sustainable campus
News
… Summer construction paves way for greener, more sustainable campus Submitted by Erin Flynn on … is taking shape. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Dozens of construction projects are underway this summer on Western Michigan …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68076
Open-Minded Olivia Arnold - Stepping Out of Her Comfort Zone, Pursuing Her Passions and Taking to the Sky
College of Aviation
… affinity for the wild blue yonder has been accentuated by greens -- golfing greens to be exact. Why is this so for … fill it out, not really thinking anything of it." Arnold was scripted to have this kind of perspective on … be any different? Almost forgetting about the survey, she was somewhat surprised a few weeks later to see her name on …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/11/arnold
Free at-home COVID-19 test kits distributed throughout campus
Sindecuse Health Center
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69214
Construction near Sangren Hall triggers major traffic changes
News
… rending of the new West Michigan Avenue pedestrian mall and water feature. KALAMAZOO--The fenced construction area … as the University continues work on the $69 million Sangren project, which includes creation of a wide pedestrian mall in front of Sangren that will dramatically increase green space in the heart of West Campus. Work beginning …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/356
New LEED building certifications boost WMU total to seven
News
… the design, construction and operation of high-performance green buildings. Late in December, WMU facilities officials … to use the resources entrusted to us in the most effective ways possible." The six newly certified buildings join the … green design features, including integration into WMU's award-winning stormwater retention system. Also, both Brown …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4731
Alumni classnotes: Summer 2026
W Magazine
… honorees by the board of directors of the General Aviation Awards Program. Judge Michael Hatty , BA ’75, of Brighton, … Associations of Student Councils and Honor Societies. Brian Greenia , BBA ’06, of Ortonville, Michigan, was appointed by … as a graphic designer, working on print, digital and web projects while maintaining client brand standards. Andrew …
https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/alumni-classnotes-summer-2026