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WMU awarded $13.7M federal grant to support college readiness for thousands of regional middle schoolers

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WMU awarded $13.7M federal grant to support college … a degree long before they arrive on a college campus,” says WMU President Russ Kavalhuna . “This federal investment … president of enrollment management. "The award will boost WMU’s contribution to college readiness in the region and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/federal-grant-supports-regional-middle-schoolers-college-readiness

Oh, what a feline: Star of WMU Theatre’s ‘Cats’ moonlights as ‘American Ninja Warrior’ competitor

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… Oh, what a feline: Star of WMU Theatre’s ‘Cats’ moonlights as ‘American Ninja Warrior’ … Michael Vasilevich, center, stars as narrator Munkustrap in WMU Theatre's production of "Cats." Vasilevich says the … his "American Ninja Warrior" skills. "Cats" is the sixth WMU Theatre production Vasilevich is involved in. See …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/michael-vasilevich-wmu-theatre-cats-american-ninja-warrior

WMU’s Dr. Ashlyn Kuersten wins MAC Outstanding Faculty Award for Student Success

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WMU’s Dr. Ashlyn Kuersten wins MAC Outstanding Faculty Award … Learning pathways for students. Also the director of the WMU Cold Case Program , which she founded in 2020 in … invested in their success.” The Cold Case Program trains WMU students to assist police detectives with unresolved …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/mac-outstanding-faculty-award-2026-ashlyn-kuersten

Champions of the arts, WMU alumni Lynn Chen-Zhang and Charles Zhang win Kalamazoo arts council award

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… Champions of the arts, WMU alumni Lynn Chen-Zhang and Charles Zhang win Kalamazoo … Financial’s support directly impacts youth and students at WMU and throughout Kalamazoo County,” wrote representatives … Auditorium in their nomination. “ Their sponsorship of the WMU Theatre Guild President’s Performance provides essential …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/lynn-chen-zhang-charles-zhang-arts-council-greater-kalamazoo-business-award-2025

Experience the world’s food, music and culture at WMU’s International Bazaar

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… Experience the world’s food, music and culture at WMU’s International Bazaar Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma … to this community event, scheduled for 4 to 9 p.m. in the WMU Student Center. Admission is free, and food and drink … the world. More than 1,000 international students attend WMU, representing 95 countries across the globe. From the …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/03/international-bazaar-2026

WMU receives $3M anonymous gift to support Bronco Athletics and Seita Scholars Program

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WMU receives $3M anonymous gift to support Bronco Athletics … Of this impactful gift, $2.5 million is designated to the WMU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. An additional … foster care. This extraordinary commitment by a dedicated WMU family reflects their profound belief in Western and in …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/3m-anonymous-gift-supports-bronco-athletics-seita-scholars-program

WMU closes early Jan. 27 because of severe weather

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WMU closes early Jan. 27 because of severe weather Submitted … on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Except for essential services, all WMU campuses will close at 2 p.m. today, Tuesday, Jan. 27 , … check their email for the meeting link this afternoon. The WMU Student Center and the game room will operate during …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/01/early-release-january-27-2026

WMU Board of Trustees to meet in special formal session Tuesday

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WMU Board of Trustees to meet in special formal session … of Newell Rubbermaid's building at 3300 Research Way within WMU’s Business Technology and Research Park on the Parkview … notify Stacy Thinnes by 5 p.m. on Monday, March 9. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit  WMU News  online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/wmu-trustees-meet-special-formal-session-march-10

Alumni panel and scholarship presentation strike big during WMU and Grand Rapids Gold partnership

College of Education and Human Development

… Alumni panel and scholarship presentation strike big during WMU and Grand Rapids Gold partnership Submitted by Chris … on March 15 at Van Andel Arena. "All of the panelists are WMU alums and their diverse experiences have led them to … mentors, leaders and teachers, like Dr. James Lewis , at WMU did a great job helping me." Following the discussion, …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/03/grand-rapids-gold-basketball-partnership-alumni-panel-scholarship

WMU welcomes Indigenous leaders as elders in residence

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WMU welcomes Indigenous leaders as elders in residence … and Martin, appointed after a comprehensive search by WMU’s Native American Affairs Council and Native American … and showcasing how allyship can be strengthened.   For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/native-american-elders-residence-robin-greymountain-shannon-martin