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WMU closes all campuses, cancels classes for second day due to ice storm

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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Except for essential services, all Western Michigan University campuses are closed and there will be no classes on Thursday, Feb. 23 , due to … 1999 1999, Jan. 4-5—Heavy snowfall delayed the start of spring semester. 2000, Nov. 21-22—Thanksgiving recess began …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70876

True belonging and troubleshooting: cybersecurity student finds joy in ever-evolving field

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… True belonging and troubleshooting: cybersecurity student finds joy in … Lambert on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For some students, arriving to Western Michigan University is an exciting choice, made … Salim Al Rasbi studying at WMU was fate. “I didn’t choose Western myself—my scholarship and embassy selected it for …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/08/cybersecurity-fate-al-rasbi

Standout business graduate enters workforce armed with grit, resilience

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… Standout business graduate enters workforce armed with grit, … a special message from President Edward Montgomery  for Western Michigan University's 2020 graduates. Kordell Smith … then that Kordell Smith emerged as a standout leader in Western Michigan University’s sales and business marketing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59046

Broncos recognized for commitment to diversity, inclusion with 2024 Excellence in Diversity Award

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… Award Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University will honor the recipients of the … highlights the tireless efforts of individuals, departments and groups across campus who are dedicated to fostering a … intentional approach to diversity.” Specifically, this past spring, the group collaborated with Career and Student …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/health-college-cynthia-klekar-cunningham-win-2024-excellence-diversity-award

WMU's Fall Convocation to feature new format, location

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A daylong celebration and collaborative gathering is being planned for Western Michigan University's 2016 Fall Convocation, … of the President. This year, the University launched a Spring Convocation in February to honor achievements in such …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/32063

Academic, practical knowledge are key to success for engineering student

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… something he plans to pursue full-time after graduating spring semester. Ahrens seeks out hands-on experiences, including those available in the Parker … skills that impact engineering decisions. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University mechanical engineering student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71373

Registration open for new lifelong learning classes, trips

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… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Western Michigan University will offer nearly 70 courses, trips, lectures and special programs during its ambitious winter-spring session. To find out about these upcoming activities, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44416

Instructor Joel Boyd gives his "last lecture" before retirement

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… before retirement Submitted by Christie Bierlein on Western Michigan University's Joel Boyd Jr., a master … faculty specialist in the Center for English Language and Culture for International Students, gave a special … an environment that supports the global engagement of the Western community. Its offices assist nearly 2,000 …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2016/12/joel-boyd-final-lecture

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences honors alumni at annual awards ceremony

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… College of Engineering and Applied Sciences honors alumni at annual awards ceremony Submitted by Kayla Lambert on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s College of Engineering and Applied Sciences is pleased to announce its 2025 Spire …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/10/2025-alumni-awards

Make Way for Matteson – Alysse Finds Her Aviation Destiny

College of Aviation

… genealogy of Alysse Matteson, a third-year student in the Western Michigan University College of Aviation. Grandfather Richard Matteson was a radio operator aboard a …  She's not the first Bronco to sense the possibilities springing from this job. No matter what the next step is, …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/05/matteson