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New interdisciplinary center to address critical challenges in cybersecurity

Cybersecurity

… are entering our most exciting era yet for cybersecurity at WMU.” Because cybersecurity impacts all industries, the … interdisciplinary our cybersecurity initiatives are at WMU,” says Dr. Steve Butt , dean of the WMU College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. “We are …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2026/03/center-addresses-cybersecurity-challenges

WMU's BTR Park Phase 2 moves into final design development; final community forum set

News

WMU's BTR Park Phase 2 moves into final design development; … as a partnership between the city of Kalamazoo and WMU. The Colony Farm Orchard property that will become … For more information about the BTR Park, contact WMU's Bob Miller , associate vice president for community …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/06/33001

Turbulence in technology: cybersecurity student is learning alongside a growing field

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… for his future career, Karn decided on cybersecurity at WMU. He’s always loved computers—much like his father, …   For information about cybersecurity programs at WMU, visit the cybersecurity program website . For more WMU news, arts and events visit WMU News online.    …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/03/ben-karn-cybersecurity

Cybersecurity student creates the community she knew was needed

Cybersecurity

… organization Ekblaw has taken inspiration from. She founded WMU’s Women in Cybersecurity (WiCys) chapter, an … for the communities that she has both built and found at WMU. She began as a transfer student, which required … Ekblaw.  For information about cybersecurity programs at WMU, visit the cybersecurity program website . For more WMU

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2026/02/erika-ekblaw-cybersecurity-creates-community

Western students go 'All In' with short story contest

University Libraries

… and short fiction on receipt-style paper. Although our WMU entries did not win a prize, all students will have … collection is growing with submissions from the entire WMU community. The contest submissions will be added to this … when visiting Waldo Library,” says Volmering. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit  WMU News  online.  …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-short-story-contest

Strong showing from Western Michigan University in Crain’s Newsmakers of 2025—including top honors

News

… “We’re excited to keep the momentum up in 2026.”   WMU President Russ Kavalhuna WMU President Russ Kavalhuna was named Newsmaker of the Year … Kavalhuna hit the ground running when he rejoined WMU, engaging closely with the campus community and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/02/crains-newsmakers-2025-russ-kavalhuna-doug-lepisto-derrick-mciver

From vault to venue: Waldo’s new event space opens

University Libraries

… opens Submitted by Angela Brcka on Listening session with WMU President Russ Kavalhuna held in the newly renovated … meetings, retreats, classes and listening sessions with new WMU President Russ Kavalhuna. With its thoughtful design and … and community engagement for years to come. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. Contact: …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impract-report-new-event-space

Teaching for tomorrow: How hands-on AI experience is empowering new educators

College of Education and Human Development

… instruction. Designed for educators and professionals, WMU’s educational and instructional technology programs are … the program and an instructional technology specialist for WMU Instructional Technology. One student who has learned a … the program and an instructional technology specialist for WMU Instructional Technology. Unfamiliar with AI, she …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/03/wmu-cehd-leading-ai-integration-education

Two library staff members honored with KARE awards

University Libraries

… resources they need, exactly when they need them.” For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. Contact: Sara Volmering September 30, 2025 …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/09/kare-awards

Student fieldwork reimagined through virtual reality

University Libraries

… and possibilities in the Tech Lab,” Teal says. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. Contact: Sara Volmering March 2, 2026 …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/03/impact-report-student-fieldwork-reimagined