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WMU video wins viewer support competition hosted by Planet Forward

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… Climate Leadership Award winners will be announced this spring. KALAMAZOO—Second Nature and Planet Forward announced April 21 that Western Michigan University's submission was the top …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/15427

Local insights, global impact: An MBA journey at WMU

Haworth College of Business

… Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—“Local yet global” is how Western Michigan University MBA student Steve Balaze … his experience in the program. An assistant professor in Western’s Department of Military Science and Leadership, he knows the value of both perspectives, “I …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/mba-steve-balaze

Community, campus programs to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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… Deanne Puca on MLK Day is Monday, Jan. 15. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University continues its tradition of … Luther King Jr. with events planned in January on campus and across the broader Kalamazoo community. Free, public … a convocation, march, day of service, educational programs and presentations. "What is your position in times of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44323

The WMU MBA: A transformative experience

Haworth College of Business

… important yet most overlooked part of organizations,” says Western Michigan University MBA student Nilani Kariappa , … Virajpet , India. The emphasis on global human resources in Western’s MBA program is what drew Kariappa to the … activities in my role. The knowledge I gained from benefits and compensation courses enabled me to actively participate …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/mba-transformative-experience-kariappa

From Middle East to Midwest, aviation management student thrives through new opportunities

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… graduating with a bachelor's degree in aviation management and operations. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—She may be 7,000 miles from her family in Bahrain, but Varsha Sundareswaran says Western Michigan University feels like home.  "The thing about Western is that everyone is friendly here. When I first came …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75474

Student organization seeks imaginative technological solutions to today’s societal problems

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Club (GDSC) is already increasing the opportunities for hands-on experience in innovative technology, complex computer development, and broad community impact at Western Michigan University’s College of Engineering and … have gone to without being a part of a club here at Western. — Cody Thornell Along with these opportunities for …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/student-organization-seeks-solutions-societal-problems

Let's ride: WMU equestrian takes reins of new horse to lead football Broncos onto home turf

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… by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—He's been patrolling the Western Michigan University campus for years, and on Saturday a new brown and white steed will lead the … the Redbirds of Illinois State. Haley Lesiow, president of Western's equestrian team, rides Triumph in Waldo Stadium. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65524

WMU Board of Trustees to meet in formal session Thursday, Sept. 26

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… Sept. 26 Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s Board of Trustees is set to … project priority list, the University’s external audit and a lease agreement with the Michigan Department of Energy, Great Lakes and Environment’s U.P. Geological Repository in Gwinn, …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/wmu-board-trustees-meet-formal-session-thursday-sept-26

Men's basketball Broncos score academic accolades

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… by Anonymous (not verified) on Recent WMU graduate Brandon Pokley KALAMAZOO—Bronco student-athletes have once … been singled out for their winning record in the classroom. Western Michigan University is the only school in the … careers. Eight earned a GPA better than 3.0 during the spring semester, while 12 posted a 3.0 or higher in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/07/8275

‘An exciting time’: WMU to build new residence hall for first-year students

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… students Submitted by Megan Looker on The Harrison/Stinson and Eldridge/Fox residence hall complex, together known as … Valley Pond called “the Valleys.” KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University announced today plans to build a … will close this May to  prepare for construction . “Western Michigan University is becoming a destination for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74307