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WMU offers new ways for students to get passports
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… WMU offers new ways for students to get passports Submitted by … in a study abroad program. Additionally, its Study Abroad office has been selected to host a Council on International … of U.S. students participating in study abroad programs by 2020. Through its caravans, the council aims to provide …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/45606
Application open to incoming freshmen for study abroad programs
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… study at WMU in fall 2018 are encouraged to apply to one of three new 10-day, faculty-led courses that take place … Participants in these programs have the benefit of traveling with a group of other WMU students and being … diversify the number of U.S. students studying abroad by 2020. "Study abroad fortifies the third pillar of WMU—global …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/45866
Sculpture artist Harumi Ori creates fiery-hued mural for new student center
WMU Student Center
… Mich.—A striking, permanent mural adorning a wall of the new WMU Student Center is sure to captivate visitors … Aug. 29 . A competition call for artists was sent out in 2020, with artists from around the world submitting their … a sustainable, permanent installation located in the heart of the new student center. In addition to supporting public …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72374
Dunn visits China and Malaysia to celebrate partnerships
News
… at the Sunway celebration KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Celebrations of both the newest and one of the oldest of Western Michigan University's international … to begin the expanded program and finish their studies in 2020. "International partnerships are important for the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41069
Faculty, grad students travel to Japan to explore pandemic response
College of Arts and Sciences
… in Japan, it’s safe to say that Dr. Stephen Covell , chair of Western Michigan University's Department of Comparative Religion , has a deep passion for Japan and … tightened much further by the time the grant was awarded in 2020. Still, nobody expected it to take another two years …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70129
From the soccer field to electric fields, aerospace engineering degrees propel Bronco toward career success
News
… in a season for the Broncos. But she also gets a kick out of engineering—a penchant that will propel her into the next phase of her career. While competing as a decorated … and Aerospace Engineering's Presidential Scholar in both 2020 and 2021 and earned her bachelor's degree in 2021 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/72012
Popular plant TikTok showcases student’s succulent humor and self care
W Magazine
… chances are you’ve been treated to the delightful wisdom of undergraduate Jacob Soule . Known by his social handle … sharing his obsession with house plants on TikTok in 2020, posting videos about his own plants and answering … care for theirs. Today, Soule’s plant-powered TikTok is one of the most beloved on social media, with nearly 27 million …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71781
WMU joins national initiative to increase study abroad enrollment
News
… by 50 percent over the next five years as part of a national initiative that aims to double the number of United States college students studying abroad by 2019. … about 471 students per year currently to 707 students by 2020. "WMU's student body includes a high percentage of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14323
'This is not a simulation'—pandemic becomes real-life learning opportunity
Haworth College of Business
… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—When Dr. Doug Lepisto , assistant professor of management, and Dr. Derrick McIver , associate professor … , visit WMU News online. Contact: Stacey Markin March 26, 2020 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58722
Dream realized for Western alum working on Marvel's 'WandaVision'
News
… on the hit Disney+ series "WandaVision," an "Avengers'' spinoff based on Marvel Comics characters Wanda Maximoff and Vision. "When I was finally able to sign my … slated to work on “WandaVision” from March to August 2020, Jacobs will now likely work on the project through …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63090