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WMU-AAUP, President Kavalhuna launch scholarship to advance opportunity for first-generation students

News

… for first-generation students Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A new scholarship aimed at supporting … students at Western Michigan University has been established through an innovative partnership between the WMU … democracy or health through education. “This initiative is what Bronco teamwork is all about, creating opportunities …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/wmu-aaup-scholarship-first-generation-students

Orion Rahjes is finding belonging and building legacy at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… Orion Rahjes is finding belonging and building legacy at WMU Haworth … on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Accountancy student Orion Rahjes is leaving their mark at Western Michigan University. The senior from Des Moines, Iowa, is creating a bright future at the Haworth College of …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/accountancy-orion-rahjes-naba-student-organizations

Superheroes and pursuing advanced learning: mechanical engineering student finds inspiration in unexpected places  

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… mechanical engineering student Dorian Olson was little, his personal hero was a popular one. Marvel’s Iron Man has … a better quality of life for those in need,” says Olson. “What excites me the most about this field is that it is … and ideas that continue to push the boundaries of what can be done. I want to help people in some shape or …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/11/advanced-learning-dorian-olson

From Army Skies to Life-Saving Flights: The Journey of Brian Vanderberg

College of Aviation

… down at a hospital complex and wonder who the pilot is?   Well, one of those "who's" is Brian Vanderberg, a 1991 … who happened to be participating in the WMU ROTC program suggested that Vanderberg had what it takes to join the Army's Warrant Officer Flight …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/11/vanderberg

Understanding electric propulsion: Aerospace researcher shares expert knowledge with NASA

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… knowledge with NASA Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Dr. Kristina Lemmer and student Margaret Mooney work in the … Experiments. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Former NASA chief scientist and current undersecretary for science and research at … Joint Army, Navy, NASA, Air Force Conferences.  So what is on the horizon for this prolific researcher? “Really …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70801

Accountancy student puts industry learning into action at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Accountancy student Hosanna Ndikumana is taking big career strides at Western Michigan … with peers and mentors who challenge me to think bigger. Career preview events, employer panels and hands-on … Ndikumana got to visit five companies to learn more about what they do, their culture and their day-to-day operations. …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/accountancy-hosanna-ndikumana-externships-nabainc

Fall 2025 student exhibit

University Libraries

… by Angela Brcka on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—University Libraries is honored to feature creative and research works by Western … methods, graffiti, and basic woodworking skills to express what I feel are fun and thoughtful, functional Art toys, … accuracy and the potential for overreliance. The study suggests that AI chatbots can serve as effective academic …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/11/student-exhibit-fall-2025

Culture, Communication and Community Development in Tanzania: A transformative study abroad experience

Study Abroad

… Mich. “To pinpoint just one memory feels impossible, but what stuck with me most was how incredibly kind and … of Communication in the College of Arts and Sciences, this three-credit summer course immerses undergraduate and …   “Understanding that there is so much more around you than what you can physically see or interpret is a huge reason …

https://wmich.edu/studyabroad/news/2025/11/tanzania

WMU alumna named Michigan’s 2026 Superintendent of the Year

College of Education and Human Development

… Michigan’s 2026 Superintendent of the Year Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Kimberly Carter, superintendent of Battle … Year by the Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators (MASA). Carter, who has served as superintendent … and excellence. “Dr. Carter’s work reflects the heart of what we value at Western Michigan University: leadership …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/kimberly-carter-michigan-superintendent-state-award-winner-battle-creek

Ethics Center announces book clubs for Spring 2025

Study of Ethics in Society

… Mich.— The  Center for the Study of Ethics in Society is presenting three book clubs during the spring semester … how to live a good life.  Life Worth Living : A Guide to What Matters Most by  Miroslav Volf ,  Matthew Croasmun and … philosopher who used to be Google’s AI ethicist suggests that the best way to think of AI is as a mirror, …

https://wmich.edu/ethics/news/2025/01/ethics-books