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Asian Forum 2026 examines East Asian perspectives on aging, honors the late Dr. Timothy Light

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… on aging, honors the late Dr. Timothy Light Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on WMU Asian Initiatives will host a multidisciplinary conference May 2–3 at Western Michigan University, … from Asia and the West to explore how aging is understood across East Asian societies. Those interested in …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/04/asian-forum-2026

Adjunct jazz professor Duane Davis wins prestigious Ellis Marsalis, Jr. Educator of the Year Award

Jazz Studies

… Brandi Engel on Duane Davis, second from left, accepts the 2024 Ellis Marsalis, Jr. Educator of the Year Award in New … jazz educator with over 50 years of experience, has been named the 2024 Ellis Marsalis, Jr. Educator of the Year by … world affirmed the significance of this nomination.    For 31 years, Davis has also served as Chorus Master for Opera …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74753

‘Greatest moment of my life’: WMU Theatre student blows judges away on ‘The Voice’

News

… the talented theatre student. Earlier this month, he was named Pop Vocalist of the Year in the 2025 Josie Music … love your voice,” said McIntyre.   “I thought your melody choices you made—I was like, ‘Should have thought of … become family, really.”   Austin leads a rehearsal for a 2024 performance of "Beauty and the Beast" with Unity …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/jack-austin-joins-voice-team-niall-horan

Governor appoints two to eight-year terms as WMU trustees

News

… Michigan First, will serve an eight-year term ending in 2024. He will replace Trustee James Hettinger of Fenville, … term ending in 2024 as well, and she replaces Mary Asmonga-Knapp of Battle Creek, whose term also is expiring this year. … has served in her current position with the EAA since 2015. Before that, she was senior strategy advisor to Gov. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/37057

WMU gearing up to host 2026 regional Science Olympiad tournament

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… WMU gearing up to host 2026 regional Science Olympiad tournament Submitted by Kayla Lambert … students who participate in Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) often attend the tournament as judges.    “The RSOs definitely benefit,” says Buehler. “It is good on their resume, yes, but it is actually good to be able …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/03/science-olympiad-2026

Experience the world’s food, music and culture at WMU’s International Bazaar

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Experience the world’s food, music and culture at WMU’s International Bazaar Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on Kalamazoo, Mich. — …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/03/international-bazaar-2026

Western celebrates contributions of student employees with awards, appreciation week

News

… critical roles across Western Michigan University—from managing technical systems and major programs to serving as … Career and Student Employment Services office.    In the 2024-25 academic year, WMU employed more than 2,600 students … skills and career readiness that employers value in today’s job market,” Jeppesen says.   Student employees are …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/04/western-celebrates-student-employee-appreciation-week-2026

WMU Board of Trustees to meet in formal session Thursday, April 25

News

… University’s Board of Trustees is set to convene at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 25 , in the WMU Student Center ballroom to consider a wage agreement between WMU and the American … visit WMU News online. Contact: Paula M. Davis April 24, 2024

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75449

Board of Trustees to meet Thursday

News

… University's Board of Trustees meets Thursday, Sept. 28, at 11 a.m. in formal session in rooms 2209-2213 of the WMU … chair of the board and proposed board meeting dates for 2024. Contact Dr. Kahler Schuemann   by 5 p.m. Wednesday, … 27 , to address the board during the public comment periods. Find agenda items and livestream link For more WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72922

WMU, Haenicke Institute for Global Education, announce International Education Week

International Student and Scholar Services

… WMU, Haenicke Institute for Global Education, announce International Education Week Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on KALAMAZOO, Mich.-- Western Michigan … for Global Education announces International Education Week 2024: Internationalization on Campus and Beyond . Several …

https://wmich.edu/international/news/2024/11/globalnews-0