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American Samoan a starting linesman for Bronco football

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… back home on the islands,” Uitalia said. He transferred to WMU in fall 2011 and kicked off the football season as a … player,” praised A.J. Ricker, offensive line coach for the WMU football team. “He is now the explosive guy we need; a … and play football in Kalamazoo. “I love everything about WMU’s football program—the coach, the training facilities …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/kasimili-uitalia-spotlight

Foods and history of Thanksgiving served at dinner for international students

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Subramain , who was then a graduate student working for WMU’s International Student Activities office, sat down at a … an extra boost and making them feel more at home in the WMU community,” De Young said. “The Thanksgiving dinner is a … the Haenicke Institute for Global Education .   For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online.   …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2014/11/thanksgiving-international-service

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

Information Technology

… for technology. Anthony Smith works as an IT specialist at WMU's Technology Help Desk. He assists students, faculty, … ensure a smooth tech support experience. From Lawrence to WMU Anthony grew up in Lawrence, Michigan—a small town with … class of just 30 students. With deep family ties to WMU (his grandmother, parents, and even great-grandfather …

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

College of Education and Human Development honors philanthropist and fashion entrepreneur as Outstanding Alumna

College of Education and Human Development

… In 2018, Gores Fredston was the inaugural recipient of the WMU College of Education and Human Development Outstanding … enjoyed a high level of success in their careers. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online.   …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2023/01/rochelle-gores-fredston-wmu-outstanding-alumna-philanthropy-fashion

Spring 2026 lineup announced for Custer Speaker Series 

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… featuring speakers from across the country to inform WMU about various subjects relating to topics across the … and add depth to experiences. It is also an opportunity for WMU alumni and community members to engage with students, … events on the Custer Speaker Series webpage .    For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News  online.   …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/spring-2026-custer-speaker-series

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

Teaching and Learning

… English as a second language (ESL) methods course at WMU, where teaching English to speakers of other languages … and even participating in class,” says Colleen Jbeily , a WMU TESOL master’s student. “The best moment was when he … on his computer, or tidying up,” says Maribeth Sonsara , a WMU TESOL master’s student. “The earbuds have really helped …

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

Fashion program hosts annual career week giving students an inside look at the industry

College of Education and Human Development

… of The Fulton Foundry, spoke to students about her time at WMU and developing her own clothing line. McKeena Whipple, … town/tower connection, often with professionals who were WMU students themselves, is rich with potential and very … adds Weathers.  ABOUT FASHION MERCHANDISING AND DESIGN AT WMU  The fashion merchandising and fashion design and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71206

Electrical engineering student comes full circle via Innovation Expo

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… here, and it played a big role in my decision to choose WMU.”   Bowerman was in Floyd Hall as a high school student … Innovation Expo, Bowerman also credits her preparation for WMU to the Branch Area Career Center. She participated in … “Connecting on a deeper level with a family member who is a WMU alumni was great.”   To learn more about Innovation …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/mckenna-bowerman-innovation-expo

Early release Dec. 23 due to campuswide network connectivity issues

News

… Intermittent outages are expected throughout the day. WMU network status updates are posted at wmich.status.io . … information on campus hours during this time. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/12/closure-dec-23-2025-network-connectivity-repairs

Speaking the language of success

News

… to speak with students about the potential to study abroad. WMU happened to be one of them," says Toker. "I was in … think much of his interaction with the representative from WMU at first. But a couple of years later, as political … Toker. "I jumped at the opportunity." FINDING A HOME AT WMU Toker was accepted into the graduate program in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53035