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WMU a leader in offering learning by virtual reality
News
… design a 3D car. Western Michigan University offers significant opportunities in the areas of teaching, learning and … reality labs have emerged as a hands-on educational tool. However, few colleges and universities have embraced the … was that this is something we needed to start now and, so far, we've been ahead of the curve," says Kevin Abbott , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/12/50873
The spirit of adventure
News
… his interview, Good reflects on his time at WMU, discusses how he successfully built an award-winning grain-to-glass … a living was reduced to a smoldering ember. In short, you can say GDDC was the product of a love for dynamism and new … it, you'll ultimately stop your venture or sacrifice far too much for it. Entrepreneurship is an amazing thing. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/48055
Fraternity camping out to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity
News
… students on campus that while we are the privileged few who can attend college, not everyone is as lucky as we are. We … huge impact on our community. It's a great opportunity to show our student body that Greeks at Western have a big philanthropic impact on Kalamazoo." How to donate Donations can be dropped off with the students …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/167
A ewe-nique approach to sustainability
College of Arts and Sciences
… green iron gate off the road that guards a special kind of farm. Nestled between neighborhoods and tucked along a long … caring for a flock, contract grazing, and the key role it can play in supporting climate health. She was hooked—and … formed Tending Tilth in 2018. “I’d like to be able to show that you don’t have to have huge acreage for …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/10/lauren-burns-tending-tilth
Distance education, resiliency and coming out stronger: Q and A with Dr. Jim Eckert
Haworth College of Business
… video content into his courses. He shared with us how he is shifting his courses to a distance learning model and what students and faculty can gain from the experience. What sorts of content do you … material multiple times is helpful to the learning process. How are you now adjusting your sales courses, which often …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58668
Nour Khaiara is growing into her goals
Haworth College of Business
… career. “Receiving this scholarship has had a significant impact on me as a student. Not only did it provide … Khaiara’s professional and academic recognition goes far beyond receiving this scholarship. WMU Haworth has … but also significantly enriched my understanding of how various aspects of the industry operate.” However, …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/09/humanresourcemanagement-nourkhaiara-scholarship-growth
WMU Libraries awards 10 grants to help reduce textbook costs for students
University Libraries
… always have access to the textbook.” Textbook costs can impact student stress levels, behavior and academic … and Latinx students, according to a report from the American Association of Colleges and Universities. Western … OER and future grant opportunities for WMU instructors. Fall 2023 OER Grant Recipients Creation Grant Marie Moreno , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73818
WMU opens temporary service center for students and their families
News
… Saturday, Aug. 31 through Monday, Sept 2. One Stop fall 2013 hours Monday, Aug. 26 : 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, … services offered at Bernhard Center Main level: Students can get new or replacement Bronco ID Cards in Room 109, and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/08/8773
'This is not a simulation'—pandemic becomes real-life learning opportunity
Haworth College of Business
… are distilled into the best solution for a business. However, Lepisto and McIver could never have anticipated … The 44 North project began examining how the company can collaborate with others in their insurance agency … to address challenges in nuanced ways. Clayton Nolley “So far in leading my team, everyone has been responsive and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58722
Outstanding staff members recognized for making a difference at Western
News
… the University community in giving congratulations to the fall semiannual Make a Difference Awards recipients,” President Edward Montgomery says. Fall 2022 semiannual Make a Difference Award recipients … year based on nominations from across campus. Now that the fall honorees have been announced, the Make a Difference …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70027