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CAMP, family science alum prepares for career in bilingual childcare with El Concilio

College of Education and Human Development

… and through their preschool, Escuelita Nuevo Horizonte. However, Zuniga's first experience was as a volunteer in … as a learning experience for myself because I wanted to work with children," explains Zuniga. "I was learning and … trying new things on her own without us directing her to do it." Zuniga attributes this accomplishment to the child …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/08/family-science-camp-alum-internship-kalamazoo-elconcilio-preschool

Be a legacy: Special education student carries on family tradition

College of Education and Human Development

… With those two strong examples, I knew I wanted to work with people—specifically individuals with special … and works with. Finding out who they are, what they love to do and how they discover things in the world is fascinating to her. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69543

From WMU stardom to NFL scouting, Bronco alum thriving with Detroit Lions

News

… From WMU stardom to NFL scouting, Bronco alum thriving with Detroit Lions … who are bought into the mission and willing to put in the work. People like Midwest area scout Steve Neal .  “You wake … after football. “Coach Darnell always talked about the bigger picture and understanding that this game doesn’t last …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/detroit-lions-steve-neal-western-alumnus-now-midwest-area-scout

WMU ranked by TIME as a ‘Best College for Future Leaders’

Haworth College of Business

… with many public and private universities making strong showings, including WMU, which placed in the top four in … College of Business, affirms what we already know: Broncos don’t just enter the workforce; they thrive and shape its future,” says WMU …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/02/time-leaders-haworth-2025

Ethics Center book clubs discuss well-being, war and money, climate justice

Study of Ethics in Society

… will lead discussions of " Well-Being as Value Fulfillment: How We Can Help Each Other to Live Well " by Valerie … half of the book, she applies this theory to the problem of how to help others, particularly our friends. Ethical … include: What is human well-being? What is happiness? What does it mean to live a good and happy life? What things are …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66775

The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences celebrates 60 years of excellence 

College of Arts and Sciences

… and Environmental Sciences   The department has grown tremendously since its humble beginnings in 1965, when founding … and alumni to celebrate the department and highlight the work being done in prepping students with knowledge, skills … - we are a community of scholars curious and excited about how the Earth works, and dedicated to providing students …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/12/geos-60th

Walker Institute facilitates community book read, discussions about ending gun violence

News

… Lewis Walker Institute is uniquely positioned to inform how we operate and work as a community, and we wanted to find a way to use our … Wallace. "Anybody who wants to participate is welcome to do so, because we are all impacted by gun violence." A large …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67476

Keith Watkins

First-Year Faces

… the kid that wanted to take things apart to figure out how they worked,” he says. “And over time, it slowly developed… The question was always on my mind: How do people design things?” As he started to better understand …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59543

Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month

College of Health and Human Services

… Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT) Board—shares how embracing identity and authenticity shapes her … in the classroom to creating inclusive environments at work and home, her journey highlights how visibility and vulnerability can empower others to lead …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/06/heath-spotlight

Historic $100M fund launched by WMU faculty to pioneer place-based investment and Experience-Driven Learning

Haworth College of Business

… Sleeping Giant Capital announced h istoric $100M fund. Dr. Doug Lepisto, left, speaks with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer at … student. “Innovative businesses, committed educators, hardworking students, bold entrepreneurs ... this really tells … invaluable in understanding their business and in learning how consulting can create tangible value.”  In addition to …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/sleeping-giant-capital-historic-fund