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New Sangren designed for instructional change and sustainability

News

… New Sangren designed for instructional change and sustainability … built with the goal of achieving LEED gold certification, was designed by SHW Group of Berkley, Mich. and constructed … Co. A formal celebration, "Excellence Renewed," was set for Sept. 28. It also recognized the creation of an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1840

Aspiring aviator’s dreams take flight at WMU’s College of Aviation through Make-A-Wish

News

… through Make-A-Wish Submitted by Erin Flynn on Vail Fear was all smiles on his visit to the College of Aviation. Vail … of pre-flight checks on the G7 aircraft with Vail, including checking the plane’s fuel. Vail takes the Cirrus … house.   “He’s got all kinds of plane models and Lego plane sets, and he knows so much about planes—it’s amazing,” his …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/05/college-aviation-make-wish-flight-simulator-vail-fear

Cole and Alec Hoffman: Brothers in Arms and Aviation

College of Aviation

… a career in aviation seemed to be in their genes, the spark was not quickly ignited, even though their father routinely … Illinois Saluki.  Alec Hoffman shaking the hand of his designated pilot examiner after passing his check ride Cole … the destination Alec is mapping.  But in the interim, he's set his sights on becoming a flight instructor for the …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/11/hoffman

There “Arndt” Reasons to Skydive? Teagan Works to Maintain and Jump

College of Aviation

… wondered what made cars tick.  Even beyond the innards of a set of wheels, Arndt took part in a program that taught … Broncos at Bronco Bash Sensing that this kind of enterprise was right down her flight path, Arndt pointed her career … been the membership officer for the organization, a role designed to help new and prospective teammates enter that …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/10/arndt

WMU fashion program recognized as one of the top in the nation

College of Education and Human Development

… by Chris Hybels on A student uses a sewing machine in the design lab located in Kohrman Hall. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … Michigan University's bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising and design (FMD) became one of six programs in the … elements.  “This work is ongoing, but the accreditation was a massive undertaking that required long-term …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71303

From safer helmets to heated gloves: students unveil capstone projects

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… and presenting a project at the Senior Engineering Design Conference, held every fall and spring semester. … and will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Continue reading to learn about some of the projects that these Broncos … utilizes advanced multi-layer screen printing to maintain warmth in temperatures as low as negative 40 degrees …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/04/senior-engineering-design-conference-spring-2026

WMU SLP alum chairs national conference

College of Health and Human Services

… by Jillian Fraze on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Jerrold Jackson , a distinguished speech-language practitioner, CEO, and … The event, scheduled for December 5-7, 2024, in Seattle, WA, will bring together over 10,000 speech-language-hearing … In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Jerrold was honored with the ASHA Dorothy Dreyer Award for …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2024/12/jjackson

International alumna brings bold vision to Spring Gala: A full circle moment for an MBA student turned community and corporate leader

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… It is her third time serving in this role. “I’ve always had two hats,” Li says with a laugh. “People at work … Karin Li performs at Spring Gala 2025. Spring Gala 2026 is set for 6 p.m. Sunday, April 12. Tickets can be purchased at … It hosts a variety of global learning activities, such as designing and promoting scholarship and academic …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/04/karin-li-global-alumna

Leadership and business strategy: The stakes are high, the recommendations real

Haworth College of Business

… Management 2020, Leading in Business Organizations. “When I was looking for an elective course to take that would help … Giant Capital’s operating companies with a common data set, particularly company and industry financials. Across 12 … a place-based alternative to private equity—a model designed to preserve and grow the next generation of …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/04/leadership-business-strategy-2026

Malaysian student comes ‘full circle’ in his study of American politics

International Student and Scholar Services

… Sun says.   As he navigated immigration at the airport, Sun watched news of the Capitol attack unfold in real-time. The … conflict is critical for navigating multicultural settings. The two will provide insights into how diverse … Center, Room 2213. Other sessions during the week are designed to support the more than 1,170 international …

https://wmich.edu/international/news/2024/11/international-cheng-kidd-sun