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Striking the right chord: From mock interview to music classroom

College of Education and Human Development

… we felt she had the interpersonal skills, energy and outlook on education that would be a good pairing in … “We are fortunate to have a dependable connection with Western Michigan University so we can not only provide …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/05/art-education-alumni-lands-job-schoolcraft

New open textbooks published by WMU Libraries free for learners worldwide

University Libraries

… leaners and educators around the world.   KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University Libraries is excited to announce the publication of three new open textbooks by Western faculty funded by Open Educational Resources (OER) Creation Grants.  Western students and learners worldwide now have free online …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/09/wmu-libraries-publishes-three-open-textbooks

WMU Libraries publishes open textbooks on religion and Chinese language

University Libraries

… language Submitted by Sara Volmering on Kalamazoo, Mich.—Western Michigan University Libraries is thrilled to announce the publication of two open textbooks by Western faculty funded by Open Educational Resources Creation Grants.  Western students and learners worldwide now have free online …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/01/new-religion-chinese-language-textbooks-published

Sunseeker shines as WMU team ‘exceeds expectations’ at Formula Sun Grand Prix

News

… future is bright for the Sunseeker Solar Car Project. The Western Michigan University solar racing team eclipsed a … the team that happened in the final days of preparation on Western's campus. "A week before we left for the race, our …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/07/sunseeker-solar-car-project-2025-formula-sun-grand-prix

From co-owner to consultant to volunteer, industrial engineering alumna’s career is dedicated to data-driven solutions

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… of Engineering and Applied Sciences.  KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University industrial and entrepreneurial … run smoothly. Utilizing the skillset she learned at Western, Johnson is a time-saver and a chaos reducer, … Excel.”    Johnson credits her undergraduate experience at Western, particularly Dr. Tycho Fredericks , professor and …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/amber-johnson-industrial-engineer

WMU alumna named Michigan’s 2026 Superintendent of the Year

College of Education and Human Development

… of Battle Creek Public Schools KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University alumna Dr. Kimberly Carter , … “Dr. Carter’s work reflects the heart of what we value at Western Michigan University: leadership grounded in service, … earned her Master of Arts in educational leadership from Western in 2002, a foundation she credits for shaping her …

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

Electrical engineering student comes full circle via Innovation Expo

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… of Engineering and Applied Sciences.   KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is built up of iconic spaces. … locate hydrants in high-stress situations.   Now, as a Western student, Bowerman had the opportunity to return to … to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.”   Since arriving at Western, Bowerman has enjoyed everything that being a Bronco …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/mckenna-bowerman-innovation-expo

Mario Matasovic says sports brought him from Croatia to WMU

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mario Matasovic Western Michigan University freshman Mario Matasovic made … on these four years and doing the best that I can here at Western,” he said. His first chance to play on an … he had received offers from other colleges, but in the end, Western seemed like the right fit. By the time he arrived on …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2014/09/mario-matasovic-spotlight

Navigating the digital landscape: WMU expert publishes book for early childhood pros

College of Education and Human Development

… specialist II of family science and human development at Western Michigan University, is the co-author of a new book …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/03/melinda-holohan-new-textbook-digital-screen-awareness-education

CELCIS Alumna Pursues Sports Management Degree

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… degree in sports management through a twinning program Western Michigan University has arranged with Hubei … an environment that supports the global engagement of the Western community. Its offices assist nearly 2,000 …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2016/08/ran-wei-spotlight