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New report reveals WMU faculty, researcher perspectives on open access publishing

University Libraries

… Submitted by Angela Brcka on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University Libraries has released the results of …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/09/open-access-report

Rising from Republic Airways and Soaring with Spirit Airlines: Aaron Jones Climbs Higher

College of Aviation

… aviation in his system.  He was dual-enrolled at Eastern Michigan University where he took an "intro" class, a couple … at a Menards near Lansing.  "She graduated from Central (Michigan University)," he says, "but I don't hold that …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/09/ajones

Top model, top student: WMU Medallion Scholar slays in the classroom and on the runway

News

… and top models—just a regular Saturday for Western Michigan University music theatre performance student Maya … Kalamazoo and the historic Barn Theatre in Augusta, Michigan. She also just accepted an offer from Tibbits Opera House in Coldwater, Michigan, to star in a lead role there this summer.   “Those …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/music-theatre-performance-medallion-scholar-new-york-fashion-week-maya-narayan

Staff Spotlight: Anthony Smith – From Student Technician to IT Specialist

Information Technology

… , one of the dedicated Help Desk Specialists at Western Michigan University’s Office of Information Technology … From Lawrence to WMU Anthony grew up in Lawrence, Michigan—a small town with a graduating class of just 30 …

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/11/anthony-smith-it-staff-highlight

WMU trustees appoint Russ Kavalhuna, J.D., as University’s 10th president

News

… President Edward Montgomery. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees today appointed Russ Kavalhuna, J.D. , as the 10th president of Western Michigan University, bringing to the role an unmatched blend … led the more than 11,000-student institution in Dearborn, Michigan, to achieve enrollment growth along with increased …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/trustees-appoint-russ-kavalhuna-10th-president

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 …

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

Immersive program aims to empower next generation of science teachers

News

… them. The Pathways to Science Teaching program at Western Michigan University looks to change that by making science … can have on students. As the cornerstone of Western Michigan University, the College of Education and Human … human service professionals, innovative designers, and health and wellness specialists. Explore programs in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64891

Celebration, connection and campus changes welcome new and returning Broncos at fall welcome

News

… Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Western Michigan University is gearing up to welcome thousands of … both on and around campus. The transformation of West Michigan Avenue into a pedestrian mall may affect traffic … this fall will be the redesigned entryway at 1903 W. Michigan Ave., which will feature a new archway and expanded …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/broncos-return-fall-welcome-2025

AI-powered earbuds enhance language access for newcomer students in local classrooms

Teaching and Learning

… for new ways to bridge communication gaps. At Western Michigan University, Dr. Robyn Edwards , assistant professor … earbuds into five schools in Portage and Ann Arbor, Michigan. The pilot sites—spanning elementary, middle and … motivation.   These findings will be presented at the Michigan Association for Bilingual Education (MABE) …

https://wmich.edu/x/news/2025/05/ai-powered-earbuds

Zhang Career Center speakers address gender in the workplace

Haworth College of Business

… benefits such as gym memberships in addition to health insurance are key indicators to how an employer cares …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67861