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Department of Special Education and Literacy Studies honored with community award by Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kalamazoo

College of Education and Human Development

… of Special Education and Literacy Studies honored with community award by Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kalamazoo Submitted by Chris Hybels on WMU students travel to different after-school sites to provide individualized … the program offers a supportive, structured environment where children receive specialized attention. According to

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/02/special-education-literacy-children-reading-tutoring-bgc-kalamazoo-award

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

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… University, bringing scholars from Asia and the West to explore how aging is understood across East Asian … in Asian studies at WMU, serving as a professor emeritus of comparative religion. "The theme this year not only advances … .   For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online.   Contact: Beth Walton Braaksma April 23, 2026 …

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

University Theatre presents 'Big Love'

News

… verified) on Performances of "Big Love" begin March 18. (Photo credit: John Lacko) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan … March 18-26 in the Williams Theatre at the Gilmore Theatre Complex. Purchase tickets online: wmutheatre.com This play … wedding night in order to be free of their old country, where marriage is contracted and love is unheard of. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30946

Western Michigan University teams up with Detroit Lions as official educational partner

News

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Western Michigan University is thrilled to kick off its new partnership with the Detroit Lions, … Award. This $5,000 scholarship recognizes Cross’ extensive community service and leadership, which includes impactful … and prospective students in the Detroit metro area, where the University proudly has nearly 47,000 alumni. As …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/western-michigan-university-detroit-lions-official-educational-partner

Three WMU food marketing students awarded scholarships

Haworth College of Business

… on the students but also affirms the effort they have put into their coursework and pursuing their professional goals.  … She is a member of the Food Marketing Association, where she serves as the vice president of marketing and will … Association trade show. Raches is currently working as a commercial strategy intern for WK Kellogg Co. He is a member …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/04/gmr-scholarships2025-knoll-raches-wallace

Fort St. Joseph receives Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation

College of Arts and Sciences

… Fort St. Joseph receives Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation Submitted by Sara Dillon on Students in … work honors our shared past while creating vibrant spaces where people want to live, work, and invest. Historic … growing local businesses, and fostering pride across our communities.”  Fort St. Joseph is home to the WMU …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/ftstjoseph-governorsaward

Student transfers to WMU for cultural exchange, plans trips to three countries

International Student and Scholar Services

… Student transfers to WMU for cultural exchange, plans trips to three countries Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on … thinking about her next trip while pursuing classes at community college. She enrolled at a state university near …

https://wmich.edu/international/news/2024/11/study-abroad-megan-garrett

WMU offers workshop on leadership in a technical world

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… technical education who work in a technical field are asked to take on leadership or management responsibilities, … knowledge, values and styles to define how they can become outstanding leaders in any industry, including … vice president for academic affairs from 2008 until 2017, where he had responsibility for more than 1,700 employees …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67342

Students uplift community stories through film

College of Arts and Sciences

… Students uplift community stories through film Submitted by Sara Dillon on KALAMAZOO, … been under the glare of the camera for much longer. That’s where journalists go; that’s where filmmakers go,” she says. …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2024/10/arts-sciencesnews202410mukhongocomm3550

Fall residence hall sign-up begins

News

… Western Heights residence hall KALAMAZOO—Students planning to return to the residence halls for the 2016-17 academic … with different room features, living options and learning communities. In addition to the social and academic benefits … to the residence halls for fall 2016 should complete the online housing contract starting on the following dates: …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/01/29695