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New engineering and applied sciences faculty usher in a bright future

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… and applied sciences knowledge. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The hallways and labs of WMU’s College of Engineering and Applied … current in his own research area, which has evolved toward design, analysis and operations of resilient systems from … using drones. The goal is to improve safety in campus-like settings by expanding surveillance coverage, with an …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/new-faculty

Brewing up global business

Haworth College of Business

… University’s Haworth College of Business. From Coorg, India, Bopanna is preparing to become a leader who can build … from Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Bopanna was looking for a way to propel his dreams forward and … to graduate this upcoming fall, Bopanna has his sights set on his career and the future of his business. “My …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/04/mba-dhyan-bopanna

Bronco Buds program to welcome hundreds of Kalamazoo high schoolers to WMU campus

News

… collaboration between KPS and WMU, the program is designed to give students an immersive college experience … Cheatham; Dr. Darrin Slade , KPS superintendent; and Von Washington Jr. , CEO of The Kalamazoo Promise, as well as … as possible to what’s out there,” Carr says, “and help set them up for success in school and in life.” For more WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/bronco-buds-fall-2025-kalamazoo-public-schools-college-prep

WMU students claim top spots at DECA competition

Haworth College of Business

… by Stacey Lowis on Alexis Ehlebracht and Tatum Kral display their first-place "DECA glass" in the lobby of … without clearly informing employees about changes to the way performance is being measured . Liam Zoli of Canton, … came in third in professional sales, an event that sets the task for competitors months in advance. Ehlebracht …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/05/deca-competition-2026

CEHD students explore India through interdisciplinary study abroad

College of Education and Human Development

… CEHD students explore India through interdisciplinary study abroad Submitted by … Indian village. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—“Going to India for me was about stepping outside of my comfort zone and navigating … Facilities Management's director of architecture and design, adds "traveling to India literally colored my life …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74398

Van Cooley obituary

News

… educator who worked extensively with Michigan school districts and spearheaded education reform as a professor at … died suddenly during a trip to Florida July 31. He was 64. Cooley, a member of the WMU faculty since 1996, was … Home, 12010 Allisonville Road, Fishers, Ind., (317) 842-5310. Visitation will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1117

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences recognizes its 2023 Presidential Scholars

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… its 2023 Presidential Scholars Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's … exploring his post-graduation career options and is set to take on management consulting roles. “I am most … particularly bicyclist- and pedestrian-friendly design. He has held internships with Michigan Department of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71264

WMU student develops AI solutions to enhance K-12 education assessment

College of Education and Human Development

… on Ernest Amoateng KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Contributing to the modernization of educational assessment, Ernest Amoateng is … the Grand Rapids Southeast Promise Neighborhood , and are designed to reduce rater bias, increase scalability and … and Human Development's Rising Star-Doctoral Student Award in May 2025. The college's highest student honor, the …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/06/amoateng-artificial-intelligence-education-research

College of Fine Arts Names Rebecca Brienen Associate Dean

College of Fine Arts

… Arts Names Rebecca Brienen Associate Dean Submitted by Brandi Engel on KALAMAZOO, Mich. —  Rebecca Brienen, Associate … and founding director of the Prairie Arts Center in Stillwater, Oklahoma, has been named Associate Dean of Western … the College’s programs in art, music, theatre, dance, and design, serving as a key partner to the Dean in advancing …

https://wmich.edu/finearts/news/2026/05/rebecca-brienan-associate-dean

Shining light on the future of disinfection

W Magazine

… that could be harmful," says Rob Hicks , senior lead designer. "We look at Western as such a great partner for … , WMU's associate vice president for facilities management, was eager to add to his team's arsenal. "We were looking at … Cassidy Taylor/Tekna A large Cube 2 unit is used in the kitchen of Valley Dining Center to sanitize equipment. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61834