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WMU-AAUP, President Kavalhuna launch scholarship to advance opportunity for first-generation students

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… WMU-AAUP, President Kavalhuna launch scholarship to advance … our campus partners to help Western students achieve their goals, both as scholars and as engaged citizens.” The … democracy or health through education. “This initiative is what Bronco teamwork is all about, creating opportunities …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/wmu-aaup-scholarship-first-generation-students

Daniela Padilla is expanding creative horizons with TikTok, Disney and Hulu

Haworth College of Business

… and honors student at the Lee Honors College, is keeping up with trends through her internship and academic … after starting my journey as a content creator, but what ultimately convinced me to transfer to WMU was the … bigger than you imagined and discover just how far you can go, so dream boldly and work hard. What you put in is what

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/marketing-leadership-business-strategy-daniela-padilla-internship

Superheroes and pursuing advanced learning: mechanical engineering student finds inspiration in unexpected places  

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Superheroes and pursuing advanced learning: mechanical … a better quality of life for those in need,” says Olson. “What excites me the most about this field is that it is … (RSO) is one step Olson has taken to get closer to his goal. He joined after some friends with similar interests …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/11/advanced-learning-dorian-olson

WMU’s student-run WIDR-FM receives national, international recognition

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… from 89.1 WIDR-FM earned recognition as finalists in 16 categories, including Best Overall Station. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The … says Dan Hubble , 89.1 WIDR-FM’s general manager and a multimedia arts technology major from Okemos. “89.1 WIDR-FM has … Caity Ahearne , the station’s program director, agrees.   “What makes WIDR special is the opportunities the station has …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/12/widr-fm-best-student-run-radio-station-awards-2025-26

WMU Study Abroad nears pre-Covid levels, faculty-led programs drive participation growth

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Abroad offerings, Milostan says.   Especially for first-time travelers, these short, faculty-led trips allow … about traveling internationally for the first time. Going with a group of WMU students and a WMU professor … immigration, Snyder says.   The students then experience what they have read about by spending a week studying in the …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/01/studyabroadgrowth

Balancing leadership and learning at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… the program completed, Smith is finding ways to implement what he is learning into his job responsibilities in real time. “I hope to apply the program in many ways to my … could have long or unusual hours,” Smith says. “But by just going out and doing it, I have learned a lot about my …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/09/mba-jumangie-smith-leadership

Mechanical and aerospace engineering student finds possibility around every corner

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

…   After only a few years at WMU, Jacobo already has a lifetime of knowledge and skills under his belt. From … 2+2 agreement with the Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo (INTEC). This program allows for students from the … I start my teaching assistantship, and while I have no idea what to expect, I’m very much looking forward to it.”    …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/08/endless-opportunities-jacobo

A Tailgate with Tesla comes to campus

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… from Tesla Inc. will be on campus for the first time during A Tailgate with Tesla event on Wednesday, Nov. … perspective to the mix.” a Tailgate with Tesla Q&A Q: What is the goal of the Tailgate with Tesla program? A; The … organically on their turf in Kalamazoo. Q; What skills does Tesla recognize among WMU engineering and applied …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69782

WMU MBA student embraces bold choices, new beginnings

Haworth College of Business

… people, while still giving me the flexibility to grow into whatever path best supports my life and family.” Through her … potential. “I’ve learned the importance of perspective. At times, continuing in higher education can seem daunting as … and viewpoints of all team members to accomplish a common goal.” Shepherd has received constant support from the …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/12/mackenzie-shepherd-mba-bold-choices-flexibility

Robust new online hub empowers WMU graduate students

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… of online resources that supplies answers and advice on what is commonly known as the “hidden curriculum” of … and expectations regarding such topics as mentorship, first-time teaching, funding, and applying for awards are now … for resources rather than giving them multiple links that go to different places,” says Kasprzyk, who works as an …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/compass-new-online-hub-graduate-students