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The Art of Aviation: Julie Thiele's Journey to Alaska Airlines

College of Aviation

… in the correct direction. While we often begin heading one way, we soon find ourselves detoured towards another destination. Slowly, but surely the navigation … in on engineering and aviation, Thiele’s path was far from set. After graduating Midland High School in 1987, she …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2016/03/thiele

Dreaming green: student’s sustainable sleepwear line blends matcha, natural dyes, and eco-conscious fashion

College of Education and Human Development

… Michigan University fashion design students are always transforming their creativity into beautiful garments … it just feels amazing. Very few things beat the feeling of waking up well-rested to the sun peeking through the … associate with a peaceful morning and love." What truly sets the fashion line apart is its commitment to creative …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/05/dagny-matcha-tea-fashion-moda-spring-runway-show-2026

Brad Coffman: From Private to Professional Pilot in Four Years

College of Aviation

… early age. With O’Hare International Airport only 12 miles away from his hometown, it’s easy to understand why. However, like the “force” to Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars saga, aviation was stronger in the … while still in high school. He knew what he wanted and set his sights on the goal. With the resolve of the Wright …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2015/12/coffman

Interactive wayfinding maps help library users locate materials with ease

University Libraries

… Interactive wayfinding maps help library users locate materials with … in a large academic library can be challenging, but a new wayfinding tool from University Libraries is making it … spaces. Library staff can use the same feature to send customized guidance to patrons, improving reference support …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-interactive-maps

WMU faculty to perform with Kontras Quartet

News

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36560

Medieval prayer book newly available online

News

… of the 48th International Congress on Medieval Studies, set for Thursday through Sunday, May 9-12, on the campus of … The manuscript, part of the Cistercian Studies Collection, was digitized by the WMU Libraries Digitization Center and a … options and comprehensive metadata for easy research. Custom digitization projects are available for University, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7091

New study abroad experience for first-year students launches a WMU education in the Dominican Republic

Study Abroad

… April 22 at 6 p.m., to learn more. WMU Study Abroad will award a $500 scholarship to any student participating in … geographic and gender‑related factors shape economic pathways. Students visiting a modern sugar mill in San Pedro de … patterns of decision‑making in both urban and rural settings.   After they return to campus, students will …

https://wmich.edu/study-abroad/news/2026/02/first-year-study-abroad

Western's Dr. Chansheng He receives third Fulbright award

College of Arts and Sciences

… Western's Dr. Chansheng He receives third Fulbright award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … Mich.—Western Michigan University's Dr. Chansheng He was awarded his third Fulbright Specialist Program award in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71392

Focused on physics, engineering research, doctoral student embraces his passion for service

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… student embraces his passion for service Submitted by Cindy Wagner on "I volunteer some of my free time to an awesome … organization that everyone should know about called Broncos Kitchen ! We offer hot meals to area college students, … system. Messecar was assigned to Rietoog, a remote, rural settlement in the southern Hardap Region of Namibia, where …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66266

Making 'work from home' work for you

W Magazine

… FOR ideal desks. However, like your lights and darks on wash day, work and home life became difficult to separate … dedicated home office, many of us grabbed what we could and set up makeshift workstations at the kitchen table or sidled a lawn chair up to a work bench for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62168