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Enhancing STEM education: Western secures $230K grant to establish regional support hub as part of statewide network

College of Education and Human Development

… across the state and position more Michigan students for career success. The College of Education and Human … throughout the region, including math and science centers, career and technical education programs, early middle … regional employer needs, creating guided pathways for STEM careers that are in high demand. We are ready for this …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/08/michigan-education-stem-grant-award-programs-learning-lori-henrickson

WMU announces new class of Experience-Driven Learning Venture Grant recipients

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… by Erin Flynn on The inaugural DigitalWMU marketing career fair was a success, netting multiple students … efforts for students to apply classroom knowledge to their careers. "Experience-Driven Learning isn't just an idea at … and Research in Public Service (CERPS) DigitalWMU 2.0: The Career Fair for Digital Marketing Professional Preparation …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/05/experience-driven-learning-venture-grants-2025-announcement

College of Health and Human Services selects new associate dean for academic affairs

College of Health and Human Services

… has held teaching and research roles throughout his career in higher education. Prior to his administrative career, he transitioned from an Assistant Professor to … year retention rates. In addition to his administrative career, he exemplifies the teacher-scholar model in that he …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/09/associate-dean-announced

Building a future defined by connection and purpose

Haworth College of Business

… vast number of choices to ensure an exciting and rewarding career.” Having applied to WMU right after high school, … “I feel it is important for a student’s personal and career development to join a registered student organization …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/accountancy-michael-andres-naba-nontraditional-student

Wings of Resolve: The Air Force Journey of WMU Aviation Bronco Tracy Smiedendorf

College of Aviation

… during his WMU Commencement in 1983 During a 27-year career in the Air Force, Tracy Smiedendorf logged more than … Training School in 1985 Along the way, in his book of career highlights, Smiedendorf was also involved in the … of Niles High School says he first sampled his future career when "my dad took me to an airport to watch planes …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/09/smiedendorf

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

Haworth College of Business

… connections and a sense of belonging. According to the WMU Career Outcomes Report:  100% of food marketing graduates …

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

Recognizing excellence: College of Education and Human Development hosts 27th annual Alumni Awards

College of Education and Human Development

… Apple Awards, Lindsey Hemmerlein with a Keystone Early Career Award, Ameer Ismail with a Keystone Meritorious … Rynberg During Dr. Andrew Rynberg’s, Ph.D.’16, storied career in education he has been considered by those around … the United Nations has inspired Hemmerlein throughout her career. She always remains curious and operates with …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/10/college-education-human-development-awards-alumni-annual-2025

WMU launches Western Outfitters to help Broncos dress for success

College of Education and Human Development

… attire as they prepare for job interviews, internships and career opportunities. Items include blazers, dress pants, … transform the space with fresh paint and installation work. Career and Student Employment Services and the College of …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/western-outfitters-fashion-clothing-career-internship-campus-free-resource

ArtPrize internship helps kinetic imaging students see big picture

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… gallery they curated. “It’s so clear to me that I want a career in art; this experience has really sealed the deal … aspects of the industry where they intend to launch their careers.   “You’re getting the tools in class, and while … and professional development," says Souther. “These are career-defining encounters that connect our students to an …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/artprize-2025-internship-kinetic-imaging-resonant-gallery

Speakers to challenge silence, erasure at WMU MLK Jr. Day events

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… chair at Union Theological Seminary. His academic career includes teaching positions at Harvard, Princeton and …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/01/mlk-day-2026-events-preview