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WMU Cold Case Program recognized as national benchmark for student-police partnerships

News

… Association training in Grand Rapids. “WMU’s program was ahead of its time in the development of student-involved … themselves,” retired Detective 1st Lt. Dave Eddy , director of training operations for the International … this, multiplying resources and leveraging the types of services available through the WMU Cold Case Program can’t …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/06/cold-case-program-national-benchmark-international-homicide-investigators

Bronco Food Pantry Assistant receives Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year award

Montgomery Essential Needs

… receives Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year award Submitted by Kaitlynn Boot on Every spring, student … for their critical contributions to campus operations. An additional awards ceremony honoring an exemplary undergraduate … of creating better name recognition for the program and its services across campus. His work to gather survey feedback …

https://wmich.edu/essential-needs/news/2026/04/student-employee-year-award

Two library staff members honored with KARE awards

University Libraries

… Two library staff members honored with KARE awards Submitted by Angela Brcka on KARE award recipients … Libraries recognized two library employees for outstanding customer service to the Western Michigan University community. Angela …

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

Area events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

News

… Luther King Jr. Events include a convocation, march, day of service, educational programs and presentations. "Equity in … Events and activities Wednesday, Dec. 2 Piano recital, Awadagin Pratt, winner of the 1992 Naumberg International … competition for middle and high school students from surrounding area, 5:15 p.m., Linden Grove Middle School. Thursday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28803

WMU’s online master’s in education programs ranked No. 2 in state by U.S. News & World Report

College of Education and Human Development

… States and ranks it No. 2 in the state of Michigan.   In addition to its top 50 national placement, WMU’s online … academic quality, student engagement, faculty credentials, services and technologies, and peer reputation among … top 50 recognition reflects the strength, innovation, and dedication of our faculty and staff, as well as the drive and …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/02/us-news-ranks-wmu-online-graduate-education-nation-state

Jeannine Shafer: A career adding up to big impact

Haworth College of Business

… Jeannine Shafer: A career adding up to big impact Submitted by Stacey Lowis on … doing their best work—and her efforts have added up in big ways. Retiring in June, Shafer’s career has been marked by … Law, says Dr. Jim DeMello, chair. “During her 15 years of service to the department, she has done a fantastic job of …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/06/jeannine-shafer-retirement

WMU to purchase Newell Rubbermaid’s facility on Parkview Campus

News

… Michigan University will purchase the Newell Rubbermaid building located on Parkview Campus following approval by the … It will replace WMU’s Physical Plant building, which was built in 1921 and carries approximately $7.6 million in … WMU facilities operations—facilities management, custodial services and maintenance.   The acquisition will support …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/newell-rubbermaid-facility-purchase-parkview-campus

College of Arts and Sciences faculty and staff recognized for achievements

College of Arts and Sciences

… (not verified) on 2022-23 Faculty and Staff Achievement Award winners pose for group photo with College of Arts and … the award ceremony on April 6 in the Chemistry Building. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s College … Faculty Achievement Award in Professional and Community Service Dr. Bill Warren , Department of History Faculty …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71484

The American Dream: Matt Taylor Ascends Through the Airline Operations World

College of Aviation

… Submitted by Tom Thinnes on WMU Aviation Alumni Matt Taylor Want a short story about a dynamic career and how the WMU … Airport for what was then American Eagle Airlines, and indicative of why it is so valuable to get involved in your … the "go-for" when it comes to the nitty gritty of passenger service.  Seventeen years later, he's much closer to the top …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/11/taylor

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

News

… WMU’s Dr. Ashlyn Kuersten wins MAC Outstanding Faculty Award for Student Success Submitted by Erin … investigators, the program offers a look into public service, victim advocacy and the complexities of justice.  …

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