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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute appoints new director

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… will transition to her new role with OLLI at WMU on Wednesday, May 1 . Woolfork-Barnes brings more than … experience in leading various student-focused programs at WMU into her new role with OLLI at WMU, most recently serving as the director of the Office of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52789

Jazz students continue winning streak in DownBeat competition

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… comprehensive competition for collegiate jazz programs, WMU students earned two awards, placing among the top 10 … universities brought home an award. The two wins meant WMU tied with many major institutions for the most awards, … competition going international more than 10 years ago. "WMU's jazz studies program has been earning awards in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47375

New campus emergency communication system in place

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Click the logo in GoWMU to update your emergency alert preferences. … deliver emergency information to any currently enrolled WMU student or active WMU employee. Features of new system The Rave system will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7554

Western celebrates summer 2025 graduates earning nearly 1,000 degrees on June 28

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… before retirement after nearly eight years at the helm of WMU.  Ceremonies begin at  9 a.m. in Miller Auditorium and … watch the livestream linked on the  Commencement webpage . WMU conducts formal graduation exercises after the fall and … also may graduate after the summer II session. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit  WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/western-celebrates-summer-2025-graduates-earning-degrees

Study Abroad Fair is first step to journey of a lifetime

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… Study Abroad Fair will showcase the more than 70 programs WMU offers in some 30 countries. It is free and open to the … provides a bridge for students wishing to enhance their WMU degree with an international experience that will also … available to them worldwide," says Dr. Jane Blyth, WMU director of study abroad and global program development. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9904

Booth registration open for Bronco Bash

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… of entertainment acts. Bronco Bash booth rental Affiliates: WMU registered student organizations, departments and … All other businesses and organizations not affiliated with WMU Early registration through July. 31: $175. Late …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/07/25431

Aviation college honors individuals for diversity, historical achievements

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… College of Aviation. Randall Rochon , alumnus, founder of WMU's chapter of the Organization of Black Aerospace … Airlines. The honorees were feted at a Dec. 9 event held on WMU's main campus in Kalamazoo. A number of scholarship … at the forefront of the agricultural aviation industry. The WMU alumnus and licensed pilot has operated out of Nunica …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37239

Chorale earns second place in national competition

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… competition Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU Chorale took second place in the national contest. … choral division of the 2013 American Prize competition. The WMU Chorale was announced as runner-up in the national … the Pacific Lutheran University Choir. Judges praised the WMU Chorale, WMU's flagship choral ensemble, in large part …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9535

Western climbs in 'Best for Vets' list

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… veterans pursuing higher education. Military Times placed WMU on its 2023 "Best for Vets" list of colleges and … the Military Times. “Rankings such as these help solidify WMU as a school of choice for military-connected students … into academia," says Kenneth Franks , military advocate in WMU's Office of Military and Veteran Affairs . 'In my first …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73500

Football, fun and fans highlight homecoming week

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… fans highlight homecoming week Submitted by Deanne Puca on WMU football at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, against Kent … to gear up for the annual homecoming game, which will pit WMU against the Kent State University Golden Flashes at 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 16 . The WMU Bookstore is also offering discounts to alumni during …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/65814