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Students invited into huddle to design state-of-the-art athletic performance center
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… which was designed with students in mind, will open in fall 2027. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As Jackson Hammerschmidt ’s … to improve upon them even more. WMU hockey players show their excitement for the new athletic performance … Center is slated to open in fall 2027—a day that can’t come soon enough for everyone involved in making the …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/kalamazoo-event-center-athletic-performance-center-groundbreaking-event
Helping schools reaps rewards for computer science alumnus
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… for him. “The most interesting experience I’ve had so far has been interacting with the people who are benefiting … The rewards come from a lot of hard work. Myers’ resume showcases the 12 programming languages and 12 development … knowing when to accept suggested changes to your solution can be tough,” he says. While Myers interacts with many …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66811
Western Weekend RSO Fair: Find new friends, win prizes
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… in the campus community. Following the fair, Broncos can head to Read Fieldhouse at 4 p.m. for The Mane Event Talent Showcase. The high-energy, live performances will feature … will receive a promo on WMU’s flagship social accounts for fall recruitment. The top prizes for RSOs, intramural sports …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67515
New WMU enrollment management leader aims to drive student recruitment growth, success
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… “There’s a sense of promise and opportunity in Kalamazoo. I can feel the excitement from the community. That’s something … “It’s a tough environment, and we have to be thoughtful in how we connect with students and their families,” she said. … and six-year graduation rates. “Western has had a strong fall semester, and I think that momentum will carry forward. …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/url-kristen-salomonson-new-associate-vice-president-enrollment-management
Back-to-school events planned for new and returning students
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… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's fall semester formally begins at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5 , … live entertainment and more than 450 booths, where students can peruse the wares of area merchants and get information … entertainment by local performers and an open-mic/drag show. The event will be hosted by local drag queen Savannah J …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42123
WMU launches new academic year with Academic Convocation
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… and staff achievements. Held during the opening weeks of fall semester classes, the convocation is designed as a … Make a Difference Award —for staff members who reach far beyond their assigned duties to make WMU an even better …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1649
Western grad students break down communication barriers, empower parents with language class
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… Language Exchange. HOLLAND, Mich.—Helping with homework can be difficult for parents; middle school math might as … as possible," says Huls. The results, says Nazario, far exceeded both of their expectations. Parents bonded and … "One of my (TESOL) classes was about family engagement and how important it is to get families involved with a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72377
WMU trustees vote to freezes tuition, housing costs to support students in response to pandemic
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… on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— In the academic year that begins this fall, Western Michigan University students will not see an … their families as well as the state's taxpayers. We simply cannot continue to operate at anywhere near … than $45 million in losses due to the crisis this year thus far and a projected $45 to $85 million in additional losses …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59125
New book examines history and impact of Agent Orange
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… University, recently published a new book that examines the far-reaching impact of Agent Orange, the most infamous of the dioxin-contaminated herbicides used by American forces in Southeast Asia. "Agent Orange: History, … claims and evaluate often ambiguous evidence. He shows that the impact of Agent Orange has been global in its …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2787
Students place second in international cybersecurity competition
Cybersecurity
… vulnerabilities in a simulated organization, focusing on how human behavior intersects with information security. The … strategies. “The competition specifically demonstrated how AI can be used to systematically model attack vectors and …
https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2025/07/students-place-second-cybersecurity-competition