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WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Jasperse , associate professor of applied jazz voice at the Irving S. Gilmore School of Music, traveled to South … and international communities. Jasperse and McMorrow are among some 400 U.S. citizens selected annually to … allowed me to see WMU in a new light as well, appreciating what a gift it is.” In South Africa, there is almost no …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/06/fulbright-specialist-summer-2025

Montalvo receives a prestigious scholarship to study in Argentina

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… a prestigious scholarship to study in Argentina during the Spring 2017 semester through the Benjamin A. Gilman … local transportation, insurance and international airfareThe program has been successful in supporting students … with people and assist them in their time of need. Q. What does receiving the Gilman Award mean to you? A. …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2017/03/montlavo-interview

WMU commits to strategic initiatives to enhance student, faculty and staff well-being under global charter

News

… Submitted by Deanne Puca on President Montgomery says the signing of the Okanagan Charter reaffirms the University … and globally. Nearly 400 students, faculty and staff declared their individual and communitywide commitment to … a small number of colleges in Michigan, one of the first 25 in the nation , to adopt the charter, which is designed to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73324

WMU Aviation’s Jersey girl and recent grad: Jade Joseph

College of Aviation

… and leadership experiences at Western that helped prepare her for a bright professional future. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Jade Joseph began the process of "giving something back" to her university … in aviation.  "Both me and my dad were intrigued" with what it had to offer.  And before that, as a subscriber to …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/12/joseph

International alumna brings bold vision to Spring Gala: A full circle moment for an MBA student turned community and corporate leader

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Asian artistry, cultural traditions and community spirit. The event is Sunday, April 12 at Miller Auditorium.   … how meaningful this kind of work can be,” she says. A dual career: Finance by weekday, artistry by weekend After … and storytelling in new ways for Kalamazoo audiences. “What motivated me was the scale,” she says. “Miller …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/04/karin-li-global-alumna

Celebrating the Power of Reading: Sculpting in Nigeria

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Celebrating the Power of Reading: Sculpting in Nigeria Submitted by … the United States to commemorate the University of Ibadan’s 50 th anniversary. The sculpture also celebrates thethe Yoruba traditional style of sculpture. The Yoruba are an ethnic group in Western Africa, particularly in …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2016/06/lavergne-sculpture-nigeria

WMU Board of Trustees to meet Thursday, April 16

News

… April 16 Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees will meet … Valley Oaks residence hall project.    Also on the agenda are various academic program changes, a personnel report, … public comment sections must email Stacy Thinnes by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15 . Agenda items  and the

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/04/wmu-board-trustees-meets-thursday-april-16

Clarence "Pappy" Vandeventer - WMU Aviation Hall of Honor Inductee

College of Aviation

… Clarence "Pappy" Vandeventer - WMU Aviation Hall of Honor Inductee Submitted by Tom Thinnes on When looking at the experiences, accolades, and impact of Clarence Newton … an associate professor of transportation technology from 1955 until his retirement in 1975. Transportation was destined …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/02/pappy

Experience-Driven Learning Spans Borders: International alumnus reflects on journey home

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… had been awarded a scholarship for medical school in the United States. It was a life-changing opportunity—one … College of Education and Human Development. The program prepares graduates to fill in-demand positions in international … to do, he says. “I know I’m a good leader—that is what I’m taking from Western. The work I did here really …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/07/international-student-internship

Pursuing operational excellence, financial success and a positive culture

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… culture Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Standing inside the stadium surrounding the iconic 16th hole at the WM … and ensuring success for its private equity sponsor. What excites you most about leading InProduction as its CEO? … is what I find most exciting about my role.   What are some of the goals you have for the company in terms of

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70807