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Cybersecurity student creates the community she knew was needed

Cybersecurity

… student Erika Ekblaw in Floyd Hall. KALAMAZOO, Mich. —Western Michigan University cybersecurity student Erika Ekblaw is looking at her field from a unique perspective.  “One of the … from cyber threats becomes critical.” Ekblaw arrived at Western knowing cybersecurity was the career path for her. A …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2026/02/erika-ekblaw-cybersecurity-creates-community

Student fieldwork reimagined through virtual reality

University Libraries

… and virtual reality (VR) to help students taking the Western Essential Studies course learn about topography maps … “Instead of asking students to imagine what a landscape looks like from contour lines alone, VR allows them to … to contact Alex Teal for more information. “We're always looking for new partners and possibilities in the Tech Lab,” …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/03/impact-report-student-fieldwork-reimagined

American Samoan a starting linesman for Bronco football

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… “Mili” Uitalia, a senior starting offensive linesman for Western Michigan University’s Bronco football team. Unlikely … a young man who plays with physicality and dominance." Looking forward to season No. 2 with the Broncos, Uitalia is … an environment that supports the global engagement of the Western community. Its offices assist nearly 2,000 …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/kasimili-uitalia-spotlight

WMU’s Dr. Ashlyn Kuersten wins MAC Outstanding Faculty Award for Student Success

News

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.— The Mid-American Conference has named Western Michigan University’s Dr. Ashlyn Kuersten the … for professional careers. Kuersten says being recognized by Western Michigan University and representing the institution … students alongside investigators, the program offers a look into public service, victim advocacy and the …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/mac-outstanding-faculty-award-2026-ashlyn-kuersten

Interactive wayfinding maps help library users locate materials with ease

University Libraries

… new maps integration, users are able to find what they're looking for on the shelf, right within the Library Search …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-interactive-maps

Student Spotlight: Hannah Craft - Blending Data, Creativity, and Customer Service

Information Technology

… technology running smoothly. Learn about her journey to Western Michigan University, her role within the Office of … to stay on top of her coursework. Finding the Right Path at Western Originally from Jackson, Michigan, Hannah came to … in joining the Business Technology Network in the future. Looking Ahead Hannah’s academic goal is to graduate with at …

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2026/02/hannah-craft-it-student-highlight

Safety-focused redesign will close Oliver Lane/Oakland Drive intersection

Facilities Management

… continuously along Oakland Drive.   Moving forward, those looking to enter East Campus from Oakland Drive should do so …

https://wmich.edu/facilities/news/2026/03/oliver-lane-oakland-drive-intersection-closure

Experience the world’s food, music and culture at WMU’s International Bazaar

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… of the diverse community of students that we have here at Western,” says Nayab Tufail , a undergraduate engineering … pride.”   The International Bazaar is important not only to Western Michigan University but also to the greater … for the campus-wide event. “It is a special moment when you look around and see students, faculty, families and …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/03/international-bazaar-2026

Oh, what a feline: Star of WMU Theatre’s ‘Cats’ moonlights as ‘American Ninja Warrior’ competitor

News

… on the weekend: Michael Vasilevich is a triple threat! The Western Michigan University music theatre performance major … Much like his ninja approach, he hit the ground running at Western, expanding his acting range by playing parts in a … thinking about how he could land back on the show.   Looking to the future   Vasilevich had already been cast in …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/michael-vasilevich-wmu-theatre-cats-american-ninja-warrior

Spring 2026 student exhibit

University Libraries

… is honored to feature creative and research works by Western Michigan University students during the spring of … most approval, while the music I’m most proud of gets overlooked. In each screenshot, I highlighted the sections of … beats I’m most proud of, whether it was using only stock VSTs in “FLXR” or solving an 808 distortion problem in …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/student-exhibit-spring-2026