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Broncos give back: WMU students strengthen Kalamazoo community during annual Cares Day

College of Education and Human Development

… at Bronson Children’s Hospital. The Aspiring Educators of Michigan at WMU partnered with Blankets for Bronson RSO … Western Michigan University students embodied the College of Education and Human Development’s mission to positively … Council for Exceptional Children (SCEC) both gave back to schools in the area for their Cares Day activities. FTC …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/12/college-education-human-development-cares-day-2025-kalamazoo-community

WMU nursing program students, faculty are pandemic prepared

News

… says Reynolds-Erspamer, adding that “2020 is the year of the nurse, and I chose this profession specifically to … Sypniewski, Stierley, their classmates and WMU’s Bronson School of Nursing faculty and staff are facing the … many reasons, also is a learning experience imparting valuable lessons about patient care and public health issues. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58985

365 days of Dunbar Hall

College of Arts and Sciences

… 365 days of Dunbar Hall Submitted by Amelia Bodinaku on It’s been one … from private nooks to conference rooms, supporting the invaluable learning that takes place outside of the classroom. … Hall is now home to WMU’s media suite–a cornerstone for the School of Communication. The high-tech studio includes TV …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-magazine-dunbar-hall

Events throughout community set to honor King

News

… Martin Luther King Jr., including a convocation, march, day of service, educational programs and presentations by such … Saturday, Jan. 14, with an MLK Celebration and Public School Students Visitation at WMU. That event is being offered to area high school students and will feature a presentation by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/48

In the heart of Samburu

College of Arts and Sciences

… In the heart of Samburu Submitted by Amelia Bodinaku on In the first … family. Straight, professor of anthropology in the School of Environment, Geography and Sustainability, has … this path wasn’t particularly linear either. In grad school, she was interested in the impacts of Christianity …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-magazine-samburu

From Lake Michigan to the Skies: The Journey of Two WMU Aviation Alumni Soaring with Delta

College of Aviation

… From Lake Michigan to the Skies: The Journey of Two WMU Aviation Alumni Soaring with Delta Submitted by … southwest of Chicago -- home and graduated from its high school in 2015, chose Western because "it was close, had a … then I wanted to be an airline pilot.  Every day after school I played 'Flight Simulator'."   Quandt sharing a …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/02/abuzir-quandt

WMU professor’s research shows social connection leads to success in health goals

Haworth College of Business

… WMU professor’s research shows social connection leads to success … plans, exercise programs and more. Despite the prevalence of smartwatches, fitness influencers and health-related … information, it’s understandable to feel overwhelmed. Often, we find ourselves falling short or giving up …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74530

WMU, area law enforcement to conduct training exercise in Knauss Hall during fall break

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… Mich.— The Western Michigan University Department of Public Safety will join Kalamazoo-area law enforcement … coordination and readiness among first responders. Members of the campus community may see police and fire vehicles and personnel in the vicinity of Knauss Hall throughout the exercise. No live weapons or …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/public-safety-training-event

From cowboy hats to kickoff: Bronco pride on display during WMU Spirit Week, Homecoming 2025

News

… From cowboy hats to kickoff: Bronco pride on display during WMU Spirit Week, … from Friday to Sunday, Oct. 10-12 . With a weekend full of spirited traditions, high-energy events and heartfelt … Bronco pride will be on full display.   “Homecoming is one of the most exciting times for WMU. It is one of my personal …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/homecoming-2025-weekend-kickoff

WMU alumni triumph at the 67th annual Grammy Awards

College of Fine Arts

… Mich.—Western Michigan University and the Irving S. Gilmore School of Music are celebrating a remarkable achievement as nine … of winners and nominees from the WMU Irving S. Gilmore School of Music underscores the institution's commitment to …

https://wmich.edu/finearts/news/2025/02/grammy-nods-2025