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Building a future defined by connection and purpose

Haworth College of Business

… Michigan. “From working in tax, to audit and assurance, to forensic accounting and more, there are a vast number of … to be admitted to the university itself. After working for a few years, Andres decided he wanted to receive a … both community and academic growth. “I feel it is important for a student’s personal and career development to join a …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/accountancy-michael-andres-naba-nontraditional-student

Language immersion through study abroad at WMU

College of Arts and Sciences

… at WMU Submitted by Amelia Bodinaku on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For students studying languages at Western Michigan … abroad is more than just a change of scenery – it's a transformative experience that deepens language proficiency, … every continent.   While studying abroad is beneficial for any student, it is especially vital for those who are …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/11/language-immersion-study-abroad

Robust new online hub empowers WMU graduate students

News

… as mentorship, first-time teaching, funding, and applying for awards are now spelled out for master’s and Ph.D. students in an easy-to-read format.    “Graduate school is basically an apprenticeship, …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/compass-new-online-hub-graduate-students

Students invited into huddle to design state-of-the-art athletic performance center

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… invited into huddle to design state-of-the-art athletic performance center Submitted by Erin Flynn on Members of the … shovels of dirt and ice at the groundbreaking celebration for the Kalamazoo Event Center and Athletic Performance … I got to watch my favorite hockey team fulfill their biggest quest: their first NCHC regular season championship, …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/kalamazoo-event-center-athletic-performance-center-groundbreaking-event

WMU awarded $13.7M federal grant to support college readiness for thousands of regional middle schoolers

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… awarded $13.7M federal grant to support college readiness for thousands of regional middle schoolers Submitted by … of Education to support college readiness and success for middle school students across five regional school districts. The transformative initiative, led by Dr. Erika Carr, director of …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/federal-grant-supports-regional-middle-schoolers-college-readiness

Kenya believe it? Gideon Kipkemoi’s amazing international aviation journey

College of Aviation

… take a 30-minute flight with his neighbor, sealing his love for flying. Kipkemoi graduated from Moi High School Kabarak, … high school, he pursued a Bachelor of Science degree for marine engineering at Bandari Maritime Academy. Gideon … a Kenyan tanker vessel, it did not seem to be the right fit for him. He always knew in the back of his mind that flying …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/10/kipkemoi

New open textbooks published by WMU Libraries free for learners worldwide

University Libraries

… New open textbooks published by WMU Libraries free for learners worldwide Submitted by Sara Volmering on The new open textbooks are free to access online for leaners and educators around the world.   KALAMAZOO, … “ Communicating Environmental Sustainability in Business for Global Audiences ,” by Marie Moreno . “ Getting Started …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/09/wmu-libraries-publishes-three-open-textbooks

Historic $100M fund launched by WMU faculty to pioneer place-based investment and Experience-Driven Learning

Haworth College of Business

… strategy program, this model creates financial returns for investors, new pathways for entrepreneurship in West Michigan and immersive … opening their facilities for tours to providing historical sales data. Their willingness to involve us so directly has …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/sleeping-giant-capital-historic-fund

WMU Senior Prom is still going strong after 30 years

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—It's time for area senior citizens to slip on their dancing shoes in … live Big Band music, swing and ballroom dancing, and Bingo. Casino games will return this year, but no money will be … Pre-entertainment will begin with Bingo at 5 p.m. The casino tables will open at 6 p.m., and the dance will run …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45802

WMU Study Abroad honors eight recipients of the prestigious Gilman Scholarship

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Scholarship in 2025, matching last year’s record for the prestigious federal study abroad scholarship.   … process, workshopped their applications and gained tips for creating a strong submission. “The Gilman Scholarship improves access to study abroad programs for students with high financial need, increasing …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/09/gilman-scholarship-recipients