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Political science grad eyes future in advocacy for refugees, immigrants

News

… on his resume. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From crossing the border to flee war-torn Afghanistan to crossing the stage at … receive his bachelor’s degree, Mehran (Zabi) Najafi has overcome a lot over the past 10 years.   Najafi visited New York …   “WMU gave me a home when I needed it most. It’s the place where I grew from a student trying to find his footing into

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/12/graduate-success-political-science-mehran-najafi

From Oman to Aviation to America – Amna AI Bulushi Finds Her Fit in Aviation Management and Operations

College of Aviation

… From Oman to Aviation to America – Amna AI Bulushi Finds Her Fit in Aviation Management and Operations Submitted by Tom Thinnes on   Contact: Posted by Tom Thinnes on April 11, …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/04/bulushi

Flying High with Fink – Jason’s Jaunt to WMU’s College of Aviation

College of Aviation

… Flying High with Fink – Jason’s Jaunt to WMU’s College of Aviation Submitted by Tom Thinnes on … the industry from an aspect other than just being a pilot." Commenting that most of his COA classes have been enjoyable … himself, Fink offers some sound advice for those coming after him at the WMU College of Aviation.  "Get …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/09/jasonfink

WMU, Kalamazoo County officials explore transitioning management of Asylum Lake Preserve from WMU to county

News

… transitioning management of Asylum Lake Preserve from WMU to county Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, … activities, environmental preservation efforts, and free community access to the property.  The proposal would first … For more WMU news, arts and events , visit  WMU News  online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/01/wmu-kalamazoo-county-officials-explore-asylum-lake-preserve-transfer

The philosophy of grief

College of Arts and Sciences

… Bodinaku on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Ashley Atkins can’t point to a specific moment when she realized she was destined to … first real outlet in Atkins’ high school philosophy class, where both her teacher and the subject began to stir the … to pursue more in-depth study into what would eventually become a monograph.   “The book project is a way of engaging …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-magazine-atkins

The FMC: Welcoming food industry professionals and next gen talent to Kalamazoo

Haworth College of Business

… The FMC: Welcoming food industry professionals and next gen talent to Kalamazoo Submitted by Stacey Lowis on KALAMAZOO, … . To learn more about the program, visit WMU food marketing online. For more WMU news, arts and events,  visit  WMU News …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/01/food-marketing-conference-2026

Interactive wayfinding maps help library users locate materials with ease

University Libraries

… academic library can be challenging, but a new wayfinding tool from University Libraries is making it easier for … , they can click the “Locate it” button to see exactly where the item is shelved. The tool highlights the item’s … to patrons, improving reference support and follow-up communication. Together, these enhancements elevate the user …

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

A Presidential Scholarship Takes Student from Dominican Republic to WMU

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Scholarship Takes Student from Dominican Republic to WMU Submitted by Bradley Horstman on Nayibe Tavares … that supports the global engagement of the Western community. Its offices assist nearly 2,000 international … .   For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online.   …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/nayibe-tavares-spotlight

WMU gear featured in Costco this holiday season

Brand

… from the recent movement of Trademarks and Licensing into the Office of Marketing and Strategic Communications. With this move, WMU can now build stronger … for placement of Bronco spirit wear in mainstream stores where shoppers can buy college-branded merchandise. Costco …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62399

Stability and support: Education alum journey from TRIO FESP to camp leadership

College of Education and Human Development

… Stability and support: Education alum journey from TRIO FESP to camp leadership Submitted by Chris Hybels on Grace Eishen … initiative designed to support education majors who are income-eligible, first-generation college students, or … Schools. For more WMU news, arts and events, visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/02/grace-eishen-sherman-lake-ymca-trio-fesp-leadership