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Youth and community development student prepares juveniles for success after detention

College of Education and Human Development

… the Berrien County Juvenile Center (BCJC). A student in WMU's youth and community development program, she is … also believes some of youth are inspired by her journey to WMU. "I've had them ask me, so you're in college and you … positions, she is earning a criminal justice minor at WMU. She believes the combination of her major and minor …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72160

Broncos Lead intern pursues passion for early child development at preschool

College of Education and Human Development

… Submitted by Chris Hybels on Allison Hoeksema, a student in WMU's child development and services program, reads to … part of the  Broncos Lead Internship Program . A student in WMU's child development and services program, she is working … to providing meaningful, resume-worthy experience for WMU students, extending learning that begins in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72185

Aspiring educators gather from across the state to learn, grow and collaborate

College of Education and Human Development

… and how to stand-out when applying for positions. “AEM at WMU is a place where aspiring educators can gather and … grow," explained  Collin Holzberger , president of AEM at WMU. "This event helps create a community of current and … to attendees. "I left with a strong conviction that AEM at WMU and their colleagues are part of the change we wish to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71409

Date sugar is the winning ingredient for nutrition and dietetics students

College of Education and Human Development

… poster contest is impressive, but of note is that the WMU group were all undergraduate students and were … a promising substitute." About nutrition and dietetics at wmu The nutrition and dietetics major at WMU equips students with the foundational knowledge needed …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71622

Cybersecurity student dreams big

Cybersecurity

… the demands of his chosen field. He works part-time as a WMU computer technician and participates in two cybersecurity student organizations—WMU Computer Club and Western Research Advisory for … the incoming president of both clubs, which are open to all WMU students. He is the founder of WRAVEN, which focuses on …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2025/07/lochlan-mcelroy-cybersecurity

Western’s ‘Golden Girls’ soar through cross-country air race

News

… from Fairhope, Alabama, to Spokane, Washington, the WMU team competed against 17 other collegiate teams June 17–20 . This was WMU’s 21st race since 2000, which culminates events during … encouraging and promoting women in aviation. “I joined the WMU Air Race Classic Team to push my limits and gain a …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/07/golden-girls-soar-through-cross-country-air-race

From giveaways to games to performances, epic celebration planned for Bronco Bash 2025

News

… as well as to showcase their talents and their services.”   WMU President Russ Kavalhuna will kick off the festivities … Yung Gravy, who will perform a free tailgate concert before WMU football’s home opener on Saturday, Sept. 6 .   … in a Bronco Athletics zone and get photos with all seven of WMU's championship trophies from the past year, including …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/bronco-bash-2025

Budding engineer ready to create career opportunities at Western

First-Year Faces

… college courses through a dual enrollment partnership at WMU-Grand Rapids. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Jonathan Malone is … his degree through a dual enrollment  partnership between WMU and Grand Rapids Public Schools that allows students to … campus free of charge. Malone got to know his new home on WMU's Main Campus during orientation. "Dual enrollment …

https://wmich.edu/firstyearfaces/news/2025/07/class-2029-jonathan-malone-engineering

Fall 2025 student exhibit

University Libraries

… Effectiveness of AI Chatbots for Academic Support among WMU Students" Research poster This qualitative study …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/11/student-exhibit-fall-2025

Preserving History and Canopy: Collaborative Progress at The Oaklands Residence

Planning, Design and Construction

… As part of the University's ongoing campus improvements, WMU's Department of Planning, Design, and Construction (PDC) … To safeguard the grove, PDC has partnered closely with WMU's Landscape Services, including their arborists, and the WMU Tree Committee. WMU's arborist discusses plans on the …

https://wmich.edu/facilitiespdc/news/2026/06/preserving-history-oaklands-residence