Search

Sunseeker shines as WMU team 'exceeds expectations' at Formula Sun Grand Prix

News

… manager. "This event has been the culmination of hard work for at least the last three years." Held in early July … solutions on the fly is some of the most gratifying work I do for the team," says  Luke Edwards , an electrical … vehicle. As an entirely student-run operation, It takes dozens of Broncos from across the University to bring the …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/07/sunseeker-solar-car-project-2025-formula-sun-grand-prix

Mentorship, leadership opportunities open world of possibility for education graduate

News

… Promise recipient herself. "I really love it." Wilson is working as a pathway coach for the Kalamazoo Promise. It's … me to be connected, allowed me to reach out and to learn how to reach out," says Wilson. "It really gave me the … the leadership experiences I've had have taught me how to … do the groundwork and create a foundation to build …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75463

Western welcomes more than 275 new international students to campus

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… reading “ You Are Welcome Here ” in multiple languages adorned campus walls and screens. Many of the new students … students posed by a photo wall with signs and flags showing their home countries. There are students from 95 … College of Engineering and Applied Sciences .   Post-degree work experience programs like Optional Practical Training …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/09/international-enrollment-2025

WMU educators recognized for excellence in teaching and student engagement

News

… and dedication to student learning are core to their work,” says Dr. Chris Cheatham , interim provost and vice … communication in medical settings. Her research explores how communication influences health care delivery and team … measure to her students and to a process of excellence. She does not cut corners and does not sacrifice time, energy or …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/distinguished-teaching-awards-2025-julie-apker-daniela-schroter

Spring 2025 student exhibit

University Libraries

… Libraries is honored to feature creative and research works by Western Michigan University students during the … This student exhibit can be found on the second floor of Waldo Library in the rotunda. Avery Mandigo Undergraduate, … is what I consider to be my best work so far. I have never shown it to anyone outside of friends or family and a brief …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/02/student-exhibit-spring-2025

Wrenches and Wings: Morgan Boyd’s Mission to Keep Aviation Soaring

College of Aviation

… says.  "I knew about the professors and the programs, and how exceptional they were.  It became very clear that there … me to be the best mechanic and person that I can be.  I don't think I'd be where I am today without her.  She pushed … and  training opportunities.  Skills were honed and networking connections made, all of which have been invaluable …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/07/boyd

A ewe-nique approach to sustainability

College of Arts and Sciences

… bachelor’s degree in biology in 2012. After graduation, she worked as a zookeeper at Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek, … formed Tending Tilth in 2018.    “I’d like to be able to show that you don’t have to have huge acreage for cattle...but you could …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/10/lauren-burns-tending-tilth

From outlawed to sustainable: Fashion student's outfit from hemp to be featured in touring exhibit

College of Education and Human Development

… was completely outlawed," explains Covell. "I wanted to do something that was a little reminiscent of the time where … likely tour to different places in the country after being shown at the Capitol. Finished design Covell's entry and final product is a patchwork two-piece set, that includes a jacket and skirt. The …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/09/fashion-design-student-hemp-exhibit-winner

WMU ranked by TIME as a ‘Best College for Future Leaders’

Haworth College of Business

… with many public and private universities making strong showings, including WMU, which placed in the top four in … College of Business, affirms what we already know: Broncos don’t just enter the workforce; they thrive and shape its future,” says WMU …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/02/time-leaders-haworth-2025

Aviation the Apogee Way: Pascal Paffhausen and Austin Harper are the Dynamic Duo

College of Aviation

… both have a Bronco connection. As you may expect, chemistry doesn’t just happen in the lab at WMU, many times it happens … watching the precision flying of the Blue Angels at an air show in Muskegon.  It became a career choice as a junior when … in the Detroit Metro area.  “I knew that I never wanted to work a desk job,” he says.  “I was torn between becoming a …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/01/apogee