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New drone program takes aviation offerings to new heights

W Magazine

… takes aviation offerings to new heights Submitted by Megan Looker on David Kemp, left, works with Jake Atkins, an … drone technology is expanding the horizons of aviation—and Western aims to position graduates on the leading edge of … in a game of drone soccer while classmate Mason Beski looks on. Students in the program begin developing skills …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/new-drone-program-takes-aviation-offerings-new-heights

AI-powered earbuds enhance language access for newcomer students in local classrooms

Teaching and Learning

… classrooms speaking little or no English, educators are looking for new ways to bridge communication gaps. At Western Michigan University, Dr. Robyn Edwards , assistant … teaching and deliver immediate benefits to learners.”   Looking ahead, Edwards hopes to expand the program to …

https://wmich.edu/x/news/2025/05/ai-powered-earbuds

Bronco in business: WMU alumna leads the way in Chicago’s contemporary fashion scene

College of Education and Human Development

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2023/01/wmu-textile-apparel-alumna-shannon-hoffman-chicago

Akol Abol: From Sudan to WMU

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… from the tranquil suburbs of West Michigan. But for one Western Michigan University student—Akol Abol—the civil war … ever known for the hope of a safe future. Taking one last look at his family, most of whom he would never see again, … of cultural differences,” Abol said. “We are taught not to look into people’s eyes, and American immigration lawyers …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2014/09/akol-abol

WMU MBA student embraces bold choices, new beginnings

Haworth College of Business

… skills as she tackles the second year of the MBA program at Western Michigan University’s Haworth College of Business.  … bachelor’s degree in ministry and leadership, Shepherd was looking for ways to open new doors in her career. “Since I … constant support from the faculty at WMU Haworth. “When I look back on my time in the business college, Dr. Jennifer …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/12/mackenzie-shepherd-mba-bold-choices-flexibility

Broncos gather near and far to experience total solar eclipse

News

… April 8 , and thousands of Broncos gathered outside across Western Michigan University's campus with their eyes fixed … outside Rood Hall to give the University community a closer look at the celestial event. Adrienne Mills , a … are sunspots!’ It was really cool." A group of students in Western's Physics Club and Women in Stem registered student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75385

WMU researchers develop a mechanism to detect cyber-physical attacks on EVs

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… develop a mechanism to detect cyber-physical attacks on EVs Submitted by Kayla Lambert on Dr. Shameek Bhattacharjee … team focuses on a cyber physical approach to security of EVs instead of purely cyber or purely physical. “Our work … can happen after a successful intrusion. The team at WMU is looking beyond the initial intrusions into the vehicle, …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/ev-security-research

CELCIS marks 40 years of ESL excellence

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… English to international students has earned CELCIS—Western Michigan University’s English as a Second Language … Marks said CELCIS faculty and staff are continually looking at how they can improve the recruitment process. “We … recommendations,” Marks said. “Additionally, we are looking into offering online ESL classes and an accelerated …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2016/07/celcis-40-year

Nursing student achieves debt-free education

College of Health and Human Services

… of Nursing (BSON) and the Lee Honors College (LHC) at Western Michigan University, the college experience has been … her growth and preparing her for her future career. She looks forward to carrying these experiences with her as she …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/12/abigail

Studying with Dalai Lama caps off global studies degree program

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… famous as the Dalai Lama. Kaley Shumake, a 2012 graduate of Western Michigan University’s global and international … bustling city center. She lived with monks who were taking western science classes from Emory professors traveling with … me recognize how fortunate I have been in my life and to look forward and consider how I can help improve human …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/studying-dalai-lama