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WMU student receives prestigious Gilman award to study abroad

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Scholarship Program. EnRico Montalvo , a senior with double majors in Spanish and exercise science, received … 926 undergraduate awardees out of more than 2,800 U.S. applicants to receive a Gilman Scholarship for the spring 2017 … in Kalamazoo. "Hopefully," he says, "this will inspire younger students to study abroad and chase their passions." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/37664

Staff Spotlight: Anthony Smith – From Student Technician to IT Specialist

Information Technology

… by Gary Barton on Jump on any opportunity that piques your interest. If you see a job that interests you, apply—you never know what … Help Desk. He assists students, faculty, and staff with account and network issues while mentoring student …

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/11/anthony-smith-it-staff-highlight

Partnership between Western, Gun Lake Tribe promotes suicide prevention

News

… training and awareness about suicide among Native American youth. "Suicide prevention is everybody's business," says … in our communities." One factor Sherwood talks about with people in Native American communities is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66452

Activist to highlight spring Lyceum Lecture series at WMU

News

… Wednesday in the Lee Honors College lounge, will kick off with "Taking Inspiration from Women of the Civil Rights … her life to transforming grief into advocacy for empowering youth. Since the death of her 17-year-old son during a … Payne Law Office, Kalamazoo. Feb. 15 —"Activist Tools You Can Use," PechaKucha presentation with WMU student leaders. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37365

Campuswide input being gathered to update strategic plan

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… has been extended through Sunday, Dec. 20. "The information you and your colleagues provide will be reviewed by the … to provide the kind of insights and feedback only you can offer." WMU's three pillars—being learner centered, … plan. The update also will retain five strategic goals, but with revised language and reorganized objectives that are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/28841

Alan Turfe now leads WMU Board of Trustees

News

… Thursday , will lead the governing board in 2026. “Thank you all for the trust you’ve placed in me. I’m honored to serve as your chair at … adding that he looks forward to continuing to work closely with his fellow trustees; with Burris, the new vice chair; …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/02/alan-turfe-elected-wmu-board-chair

WMU service-learning, community work wins national praise

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… President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll With Distinction . The Honor Roll recognizes higher … was announced in Washington, D.C., this week at the American Council on Education's annual national conference. Just … Housing and Urban Development, Campus Compact and the American Council on Education. Honorees are chosen based on a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5565

Better buildings through innovation and problem-solving

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… on Jessica Schneider chose the civil engineering major with a minor in climate change because of the … Schneider is vice president of the WMU chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers and captain of the WMU … many resources to get involved on campus in what interests you. What you get involved in opens so many new doors and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73180

Brewpub on tap for Western's new student center

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… from the broader community. "We're looking to partner with a local business or brewery that will highlight the … members. "If there's a program at Miller Auditorium, maybe you come and have a bite or beer before you go to the show. … stone-fired pizza restaurant. ReFresh Market, where diners can create grain, noodle and salad bowls. Deli sandwiches, a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65077

Early childhood educator appointed board president of Kalamazoo County Ready 4s

College of Education and Human Development

… County Ready 4s (KCR4s). The organization partners with pre-K classrooms in Kalamazoo County to advance … I believe in so deeply about how early childhood education can change the trajectory of a child's life that I just want … and found residents were concerned about the well-being of young children, their support and preparation for life. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72088