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Student Spotlight: Jose Ortiz-Martinez – From Soccer Fields to Cybersecurity
Information Technology
… With her guidance and a job opportunity already lined up, Jose made the leap to Western, where he found a … considering summer classes to accelerate his timeline. His goals are refreshingly grounded: build a stable career, form … explore life beyond the classroom. “I’m not thinking about going big or being an entrepreneur. I just want a steady …
https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/06/jose-ortiz-martinez-it-student-highlight
Bronco behind the big screen: Alumna uses makeup to tell stories in movies and TV
W Magazine
… Bronco behind the big screen: Alumna uses makeup to tell stories in movies and TV Submitted by Erin Flynn … be using, how that will look and how far into reality we're going to go.” So how did a girl from a small town in Michigan end up …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75852
Staff Spotlight: Anthony Smith – From Student Technician to IT Specialist
Information Technology
… mentoring student technicians to ensure a smooth tech support experience. From Lawrence to WMU Anthony grew up in … sees his role as a stepping stone toward his long-term goal of working in cybersecurity. He’s already gained … with his girlfriend, visiting the farmer’s market, golfing, playing pickup basketball, and gaming with friends. …
https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/11/anthony-smith-it-staff-highlight
Bronco Buds program to welcome hundreds of Kalamazoo high schoolers to WMU campus
News
… will also hear from Cheatham; Dr. Darrin Slade , KPS superintendent; and Von Washington Jr. , CEO of The Kalamazoo … visits for 11th graders from Loy Norrix High School. Up to 150 students interested in majors within WMU’s College … 2,500 students through their first year of college. “Our goal is to give students as much exposure as possible to …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/bronco-buds-fall-2025-kalamazoo-public-schools-college-prep
Assistant professor appointed to be a voice for diversity, equity, inclusion and antiracism on national board
College of Education and Human Development
… member of the Association of Counselor Education and Supervision's (ACES) governing council. She will be serving as the … Counseling Association founded in 1952, the organization does this by hosting conferences that highlight the latest …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71872
University getting ready to adopt new email system
News
… actual conversions will take place at night to minimize disruptions. Due to the volume of data involved, it will take … WMU alumni who want to remain engaged with the University. Why a new system is needed WMU's current email provider, … today," Kluk says. "When we looked at the pros and cons of Google Apps for Education and Microsoft O365 for Education …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/11/28112
Ample resources on hand for switch to WMU Essential Studies
News
… Mich.—Faculty are encouraged to take advantage of an upcoming workshop as well as a variety of other resources … . The new curriculum, WMU Essential Studies, will go into effect at the start of the fall 2020 semester. It … “Understanding the WMU Essential Studies Design: Where Does My Course Fit? What Is Needed for a Successful Review?” …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48731
Event management students partner with Kalamazoo Promise for signing event
College of Education and Human Development
… artists were at the event for students. A student winds up to throw a ball at the dunk tank target. Kalamazoo … to just let them experience and see where they want to go. At the end they're all going to go up on stage and announce where they chose to go …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71679
Fueled by resilience, social work student advocates support through mentorship
News
… Fueled by resilience, social work student advocates support through mentorship Submitted by Erin Flynn on Maliek … and food insecurity. "Growing up, it was tough. You'd go to sleep on the floor wondering if you're going to wake … he says. Having to fend for himself while his guardians struggled with their own demons fueled his passion to help kids …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/64961
WMU trustees vote to freezes tuition, housing costs to support students in response to pandemic
News
… committed to affordability. Typically, the University's governing board would set tuition in June, when there's more … expect in 2020-21. The spring semester ends this week, as does the regular academic year. "It is our responsibility to … we must respond to their challenges accordingly. That’s why we are pleased to recommend that the board freeze …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59125