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College of Arts and Sciences students win big in 2025

College of Arts and Sciences

… in 2025 Submitted by Amelia Bodinaku on From the ice rink to the dance floor to the radio booth, College of Arts and … 16, defeating Boston University 6-2.   The entire weekend was electric. Broncos took to the streets to celebrate the … support excellence across disciplines, this past year was a testament to the talent, dedication and achievement of …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-national-wins-0

Opportunities abound for Western students with in-person, virtual career fairs

News

… hundreds of employers about their hiring needs, leading to thousands of full- and part-time internships and jobs posted to the online career site Handshake .  Using this trove of resources, employers from business firms to graduate schools can reach out to Western and other area …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65067

Planned public safety officer training happening at the Bernhard Center beginning July 31

News

… an advantageous opportunity for its public safety officers to train for emergencies. WMU Department of Public Safety … will use the center, which is scheduled for demolition, to hold a two-week scenario-based training experience for officers from Monday, July 31, to Friday, Aug. 11. Multiple emergency vehicles will be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72233

WMU closes campuses Jan. 21 for severe weather as frigid temperatures, snow continue

News

… campuses will be closed, and classes will not be held due to severe weather.  The men's basketball game against Northern Illinois University today, Tuesday, Jan. 21, at 7 p.m. in University Arena will … 2022, Dec. 22—Impending severe winter weather and blizzard warning cause the University to close early on the final day …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/closure-january-21-2025

Get ready and connect at Waldo Fest on Tuesday, Feb. 11

University Libraries

… Get ready and connect at Waldo Fest on Tuesday, Feb. 11 Submitted by Sara Volmering on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Get ready to connect at the third annual Waldo Fest on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/01/waldo-fest-2025

WMU closes campuses for second day of severe freezing temperatures, snow

News

… in a row, Western Michigan University canceled classes due to severe weather. Except for essential services, Wednesday, … becomes available. Check the University events calendar to confirm whether an event is canceled. Those who have … 2022, Dec. 22—Impending severe winter weather and blizzard warning cause the University to close early on the final day …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/closure-january-22-2025

Fashion program hosts annual career week giving students an inside look at the industry

College of Education and Human Development

… look at the industry Submitted by Chris Hybels on Kathy Fulton, founder of The Fulton Foundry, spoke to students about … and discussed internships. Tom Crowe , founder of Relative Ways and The Waiting Room, shared his experience working with brands and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71206

WMU’s century plant reaches new heights

College of Arts and Sciences

… daily since mid-January in preparation of its bloom. (Photo by Michael Lanka) In order to give the Agave, … tape and thermostats to hopefully ensure the spike stays warm in the cold February weather. As of Feb. 22, Alice … Make greenhouse specialist Chris Jackson figure out a way to move the roof out of its way. Alice, an Agave …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70881

Historic walks showcase the hidden history of Kalamazoo's neighborhoods and districts

University Libraries

… Historic walks showcase the hidden history of Kalamazoo's neighborhoods and districts Submitted by Sara Volmering on Lynn Houghton leads a walk in the Westnedge Hill neighborhood in October 2022. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71724

Student Recreation Center creates lasting impact on students’ personal growth, sense of belonging

Student Life

… group classes on the multipurpose courts. The climbing wall on the first floor of the SRC also is popular with … we ll as an increase in feelings of belonging , according to a recent study conducted by the University. In s pring 20 … to do well in school.” Electrical engineering senior Colin Goldschmidt notes that starting his day with a workout or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70910