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Eric Epplett's Enlightened Aviation Adventure

College of Aviation

… science and administration in 2012 and, while employed by Western, added a master's in sports management in 2015. He … they are to all phases of aviation." Helping make his Western decision was an experience right before his … and for filling Epplett's book of fond memories about the Western chapter in his life.  As part of recruitment …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/03/epplett

Passion in research: Yomi Nathan’s journey to finding his niche

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… of Engineering and Applied Sciences.  KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University has been the hub of mechanical … and environment at Pfizer inspired him to return to Western in 2024 to pursue a master’s degree.    As a … notes that one of the most valuable experiences he’s had at Western is working as a teaching assistant. In this role, he …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/03/yomi-nathan-mechanical-engineering

WMU receives $3M anonymous gift to support Bronco Athletics and Seita Scholars Program

News

… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Generous anonymous donors have gifted Western Michigan University with $3 million in support of … by a dedicated WMU family reflects their profound belief in Western and in the University’s ability to transform lives …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/3m-anonymous-gift-supports-bronco-athletics-seita-scholars-program

From Bangladesh to Bronco Pride: How Tasfia Al Amin found her confidence and community at WMU

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Braaksma on   Tasfia Al Amin is a graduate student in Western Michigan University's Engineering Management … KALAMAZOO, Mich.— When Tasfia Al Amin first learned about Western Michigan University at an IDP Education fair in … could pull me up in my career," she says. "The degree that Western offers is very unique." “WMU is open to students …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/01/international-tasfia-al-amin

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

News

… schoolers Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University received a highly competitive … school graduation rates and postsecondary enrollment.  “Western Michigan University is excited to expand our reach … says. “We demonstrated that we had a high need and that Western will be meeting those needs through a comprehensive …

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

Aviation with Heart: Sharmaine Moulton’s Story of Safety, Service, and Mentorship

College of Aviation

… meeting with a WMU staff member, her next destination was Western Michigan University.   Request College of Aviation … it were not for Mr. Dennis, I would not have known about Western’s elite flight program and likely would have never … as an education, but as a transformation. “I see my time at Western as the beginning of the rest of my life. The …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2026/04/moulton

WMU Alumni Erik Meerschaert Named Michigan Teacher of the Year for 2026-2027

College of Education and Human Development

… out the College’s mission in such meaningful ways. For Western Michigan University, Meerschaert’s achievement is a …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/05/meerschaert-teacher-year

Duncan Aviation gift establishes first endowed professorship in WMU College of Aviation

News

… Mich.—A longtime industry partner and supporter of Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation is making … “Duncan Aviation is thrilled to collaborate with Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation,” says … and opportunities.  About WMU’s College of Aviation Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation is one of …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/duncan-aviation-gift-endowed-professorship-college-aviation

Physician assistant students participate in 2026 Capitol Summit

College of Health and Human Services

… in 2026 Capitol Summit Submitted by Jillian Fraze on Three Western Michigan University Physician Assistant (WMU PA) …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/04/0420-summit

Keeping Up with Kevin: Stolarski’s Rise to the Main Line World of Aviation Technical Operations

College of Aviation

… a lot of my commercial-airline A&P basics there.  At Western, I had been dealing mostly with reciprocating and … Stolarski returned to his alma mater during Aviation Outlook Day to help recruit new technicians Recently retired … are direly needed, he has taken part in the WMU Aviation Outlook Day .  His words ring true -- if you have the …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/07/stolarski