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Western’s women’s aviation team finishes fourth in ‘empowering’ cross-country race

News

… and Caroline Yuska. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Teamwork was the name of the game for Western Michigan University’s women’s … Air Race Classic. Finishing fourth in their class against 21 other collegiate teams, the “Bronco Baddies” raced … , visit WMU News online. Contact: Deanne Puca July 3, 2024

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75918

WMU students shed light on Kalamazoo's early settlers

College of Arts and Sciences

… the burial grounds were previously known by several names, including South West Street Cemetery, Pioneer … Cemetery. As the community grew and surrounding neighborhoods developed, in 1862 the city decided to bury the … of the region,” says Kutzler.    Before the fall 2024 semester started, Kutzler and Jason Glatz , maps and …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2024/10/kutzlerhistory3404

Professor awarded fellowship to support transportation engineering in Africa

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP) to travel to Tanzania to work with the Dar Es Salaam Institute of Technology … research, graduate training and mentoring activities in 2024.  The CADFP, now in its tenth year, is designed to … among universities in Africa and the United States and Canada. It is funded by Carnegie Corporation of New York and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75619

Native American Student Organization recognized as exemplar in diversity and inclusion

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Native American Student Organization recognized as exemplar … at IndigiJam in April 2025. They served as fashion models for Indigenous fashion designer Jillian Waterman.  … and annual Make a Difference awards. The event begins at 11 a.m. in Kirsch Auditorium of the Fetzer Center .     For …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/excellence-diversity-award-2025-native-american-student-organization

Mentors and memberships: Becoming an engineer and a leader

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… listen to advice from mentors. “Growing up, I always had a knack for finding the quickest and most efficient way to do … of determination to achieve success.” “These student organizations are an opportunity to grow as a leader and member of … future. To get there, she has taken on two internships. In 2024, she worked at Hormel Foods as an industrial …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/01/news20240174502

Sixth-grade students welcomed for tour and day of activities

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… Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—More than 1,000 sixth-grade students in the Kalamazoo Public Schools' Class of 2024 will tour Western Michigan University for a day on a … through a program called Bronco BUDS—Building Unique Dynamic Students. Through the initiative, the University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45572

One-of-a-kind small and medium business conference to be held in downtown Kalamazoo

Haworth College of Business

… . The casual, two-day conference is made possible by the Menard family and offers engaging presentations and … restaurants. Verne Harnish, founder of Entrepreneurs Organization and CEO of Scaling Up, who is renowned in global … , visit WMU News online. Contact: Stacey Anderson May 13, 2024

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75567

WMU Ethics Center announces keynote speaker on privilege in research ethics

Study of Ethics in Society

… Ethics in Society has announced the keynote speaker for a National Science Foundation-funded conference Feb. 25 in … and facilitator to diverse audiences. Privileged Logics 2024 aims to r aise awareness about issues of privilege in … 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza. Limited space is available to attend and participate in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73512

Secretary turned teacher finds success with new expedited special education program

College of Education and Human Development

… was started to address the statewide teacher shortage. Modeled after the Michigan Department of Education's "Grow … the Kalamazoo Community Foundation , PPS began offering financial aid to existing employees looking to earn college … , visit  WMU News  online. Contact: Chris Hybels January 9, 2024

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74283

Got lag? Doctoral student’s research connects gaming performance to exercise science

College of Education and Human Development

… “And as a gamer, sitting for a very long time, it isn’t good for our well-being.” Recognizing this fundamental problem … high-intensity interval training workout via stationary bike for participants in his research study. He says … Oral Presentation Award for his research while at the 2025 Midwest regional chapter of the American College of …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/esports-exercise-science-lilian-lan-performance-competition