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In the know about snow: WMU’s closure policy and safety info
News
… announced here: WMU homepage . WMU Alert system . Area radio and television stations . WMU emergency information … the conditions When outdoors in subfreezing weather, always cover your head, ears and hands. Wear a scarf, … Before, During and After webpage and the National Weather Service’s Cold Weather Safety webpage . Weather-related …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/winter-closure-information-2025-26
Broncos charge into Homecoming 2024
News
… cheer on the Western Michigan University football team and dive into the excitement of homecoming and Family Weekend, … a flag football tournament and mini pumpkin give-away to build up energy leading into the big weekend. In … being recognized for their exceptional success, dedicated service and continued professional growth. These individuals …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/10/homecoming-family-weekend-roundup-2024
Dr. Ruth Kaarlela obituary
News
… professor emerita and chair of blindness and low vision studies at Western Michigan University, died Jan. 8 . She was 98. Kaarlela joined what is now the Department of … with emerita status in 1986 after nearly 23 years of service to the University. She was appointed department …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47979
Education student receives achievement award from YWCA Kalamazoo
College of Education and Human Development
… Education student receives achievement award from YWCA Kalamazoo Submitted by Chris Hybels on … honored by the YWCA Kalamazoo for her volunteer work and service to the community on May 18 . She was one of six … and helping out," says Lewis. "Whitney Lewis is an outstanding student and we are very lucky that she chose to …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71728
Nutrition and dietetic interns use lab experience to mentor undergraduates
College of Education and Human Development
… Nutrition and dietetic interns use lab experience to mentor undergraduates … test on her mentor, Kelly McHugh. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—"It was a little nerve wracking, but it was good," said Sarah … settings in medicine, community health, wellness and food service operations. The WMU programs in nutrition and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73841
Alumni classnotes, fall 2024
W Magazine
… ‘77, EdD ‘82, published his historical fiction book, “I, Soldier: A Voice from the American Civil War.” Vinod Thomas , BA ‘70, MA ‘71, published “Risk and … to public education and for demonstrating outstanding service or achievement to the citizens of Detroit. Loren …
https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/fall-2024-alumni-classnotes
Local franchisee first up in entrepreneurship speaker series
Haworth College of Business
… is known for its boneless chicken breast sandwiches. According to Chick-fil-A, thousands of entrepreneurs apply to … chooses about 100 annually. Growing up in Michigan, Rashid wasn't exposed to Chick-fil-A, as the restaurant originally … to visit one in 2007, he was blown away by the customer service he experienced while dining. Prior to owning and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/41931
WMU lauded again with Washington Monthly top-100 ranking
News
… WMU lauded again with Washington Monthly top-100 ranking Submitted by Anonymous … for producing graduates and research destined to make a difference for the nation. In its assessment of nearly 750 … and preparing the next generation of scientists and Ph.D.s. Service, which is measured by the way students are …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42194
University to honor its top four staffers for 2014-15
News
… University have been selected to receive the Annual Make a Difference Award. The recipients for 2014-15 are Kevin Knutson , … honors: the Distinguished Faculty Scholar, Distinguished Service, Distinguished Teaching and Emerging Scholar awards. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/27159
Local sheriff to provide community update at breakfast event
Haworth College of Business
… County citizens by enforcing state laws and local ordinances, investigating crimes, and detaining prisoners … more than 100,000 county residents, making it the largest service agency in the area. Fuller A 20-year veteran of the … Prevention Works boards, among other local commitments. He was the 2013 recipient of the Crime Fighter Award from the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/02/38033