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WMU announces new class of Experience-Driven Learning Venture Grant recipients

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… WMU announces new class of Experience-Driven Learning Venture Grant recipients Submitted by Erin Flynn on The … company to  testing propulsion systems with NASA scientists and working alongside Michigan State Police to  solve … Learning Venture Grant recipients, Western is advancing efforts for students to apply classroom …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/05/experience-driven-learning-venture-grants-2025-announcement

Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo Valley Community College and The Kalamazoo Promise receive $620,000 grant to help working-age students earn postsecondary credentials

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… Kalamazoo Valley Community College and The Kalamazoo Promise receive $620,000 grant to help working-age students earn postsecondary credentials Submitted by … Kalamazoo Valley Community College and The Kalamazoo Promise’s efforts to help more working-age adults obtain the …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/11/wmu-kalamazoo-valley-kalamazoo-promise-recieve-innovation-investment-award-grant

A winning combination: Natalie Samdal masters finance and golf

Haworth College of Business

… A winning combination: Natalie Samdal masters finance and golf Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Natalie Samdal is a graduate student in the Haworth College of Business. … financial statements before making any decisions regarding investing, budgeting and more. The ability to connect the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70503

Students place second in international cybersecurity competition

Cybersecurity

… Students place second in international cybersecurity competition Submitted by … University students placed second in the undergraduate division of the 2025 Social Engineering competition at Temple … used to systematically model attack vectors and develop sophisticated penetration strategies—mirroring methodologies …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2025/07/students-place-second-cybersecurity-competition

Libraries awards 10 grants to reduce students' out-of-pocket textbook costs

University Libraries

… out-of-pocket textbook costs Submitted by Sara Volmering on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western MIchigan University … makes a difference in our students’ lives,” said Julie Garrison , dean of University Libraries. “We are investing in the future of education here at WMU and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68028

All WMU campuses close early Friday, Nov. 18, due to worsening winter weather

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… All WMU campuses close early Friday, Nov. 18, due to worsening winter weather Submitted by Megan Looker on Main Campus … walk through the snow-covered campus. The Bronco statue is covered as the snow continues to fall. Heritage Hall on East Campus is a picturesque winter scene. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Except for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69896

WMU commits to expanding college access at White House event

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… WMU commits to expanding college access at White House event Submitted by … as guidance counselors already working in Michigan schools, is designed to positively impact the college-going rate in … creating K-16 partnerships around college readiness, investing in high school counselors as part of the First …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20460

Western honors faculty achievements in tenure and promotion

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… Western honors faculty achievements in tenure and promotion Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—   Western Michigan University is celebrating the achievements of several distinguished faculty members who have earned tenure and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/trustees-approve-faculty-tenure-promotions-june-2025

WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on KALAMAZOO – … Fulbright Specialist Awards to support overseas consulting and advocacy work this summer. Greg Jasperse , associate …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/06/fulbright-specialist-summer-2025

Students turn ideas into market-ready products at RID+I’s Venture Studio

Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation

… Students turn ideas into market-ready products at RID+I’s Venture Studio … at the Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation (RID+I) is blurring the line between education and entrepreneurship. … The Venture Studio, an advanced course at the institute, is giving students a rare opportunity to refine product …

https://wmich.edu/designinstitute/news/2025/04/venture-studio