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WMU’s Dr. Ashlyn Kuersten wins MAC Outstanding Faculty Award for Student Success

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… WMU’s Dr. Ashlyn Kuersten wins MAC Outstanding Faculty Award for Student Success Submitted by Erin Flynn on Dr. … students can apply their knowledge in authentic, real-world settings. She says teaching is most impactful when it is … a commitment to lifelong learning is helping students feel supported by mentors who are genuinely invested in their …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/mac-outstanding-faculty-award-2026-ashlyn-kuersten

Malaysian student comes ‘full circle’ in his study of American politics

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… Sun says.   As he navigated immigration at the airport, Sun watched news of the Capitol attack unfold in real-time. The … the  Sheraton Move, w as akin to a non-violent political coup. It resulted in internal divisions within Malaysia's … conflict is critical for navigating multicultural settings. The two will provide insights into how diverse …

https://wmich.edu/international/news/2024/11/international-cheng-kidd-sun

Behind the exhibits: Creating space for student work

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… work Submitted by Angela Brcka on Artwork by Kamau DaaJa-Ra was featured in the spring 2026 Art and Research exhibit. We … of Western students by featuring their art and research in Waldo Library. Librarians Micky Carignano , Dylan McGlothlin … prints. The wide variety has made it tricky to write up our policies and procedures—when we think we’ve covered …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-behind-exhibits

Western engineering alum helps power next frontier of military defense in Space Force

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… the ranks of the United States Space Force —an elite group of military personnel known as guardians working to … space. Western Michigan University alumnus Lt. James Mostek was among the first service members recruited to the team. … , associate professor of aerospace engineering. "We had a set of satellites that were orbiting the Earth, and we were …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66119

Trustees to consider five-year strategic plan for WMU

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… will consider a new five-year strategic plan designed to set key University priorities through 2020. Trustees will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/31138

Chef awarded gold medal at culinary competition

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… Chef awarded gold medal at culinary competition Submitted by … with Western Michigan University Dining Services, was awarded a Gold Medal at the 2018 Annual Culinary … chutney Each platter is judged on a specific set of guidelines, taking into consideration a wide range of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50295

WMU jazz ensembles present 'Jazz for the Holidays'

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s best jazz groups will perform classic holiday tunes with a twist during the "Jazz for the Holidays" program, set for 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13 , in Miller Auditorium. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28765

Seniors recognized for academic achievement as 2025 Presidential Scholars

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… Presidential Scholar Adrienne Parreno is joined by supporters including Dr. Joshua Naranjo, professor of … promise. The 2025 Presidential Scholars Convocation, which was by invitation only, featured a keynote address by  … in pursuit of academic excellence. These scholars have set high standards for themselves, and their hard work has …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/03/2025-presidential-scholars-celebration

Deborah Brown to join WMU jazz ensembles for annual concert

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… and Western Jazz Quartet at the annual Jazz Masters Series, set for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 , in Western Michigan … director of Gold Company and vocal jazz at WMU, and Scott Cowan , director of University Jazz Orchestra. Tickets are $20 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27428

Booth registration open for Bronco Bash

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… 35th annual Bronco Bash at Western Michigan University is set for 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11 , on the Sangren … involvement opportunities, and promotional items and coupons to a crowd of some 20,000 people. The event also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25431