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Student innovation on display at capstone event
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… everyone.” “This project has a greater impact globally and socially as this will open a new opportunity to easily … Matthew Bergstrom, James Peter and Jessica Schneider worked with Matt Johnson from Fleis & VandenBrink to … storage shed that no longer met their needs. Working with Fleis & VandenBrink, housed in WMU’s Business …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/senior-engineering-design-fall-2024
Student transfers to WMU for cultural exchange, plans trips to three countries
International Student and Scholar Services
… on Campus and Beyond. She will speak at the “Global Social: Study Abroad Alumni Panel” on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at … are free and open to the public. Garrett’s panel, “Global Social: Study Abroad Alumni” is on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at …
https://wmich.edu/international/news/2024/11/study-abroad-megan-garrett
Student Spotlight: Trevor Thelen
College of Aviation
… other legal issues surrounding ownership. Currently, Thelen works as an Aviation Ambassador for the College of … he hopes to continue sharing his passion for aviation by working in pilot recruitment. Contact: Posted by Tom Thinnes …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/08/thelen
Dr. Ruth Kaarlela obituary
News
… her retirement. Dr. Ruth Kaarlela A veteran teacher and social worker, Kaarlela came to WMU to help establish a College of … for emotionally disturbed children, and supervisor of social workers and students at the University of Michigan …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47979
University celebrations planned for upcoming graduates
News
… Campus Hooding and Pinning Ceremony for the School of Social Work will begin at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 25 , in the … Center's East Ballroom. This event is for main campus social work graduates only. Grand Rapids and Southwest …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52659
Western students leave their mark near campus through mural experience
News
… puts Bronco pride on full display. Brad Zenz, B.F.A.'09, works on the Bronco spirit-inspired mural he designed. Zenz … about this class. We’ve had the opportunity to explore how social media can be a powerful tool to market ourselves as … at and helping them take away things that will be valuable for them in the future," says Rittenhouse. "This …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/06/western-students-leave-mark-through-mural-experience-gwen-frostic-school-art
Grants to WMU approach $3 million mark in November, December
News
… provide daily living, communication, behavior control and social skill services to developmentally disabled adults. … Care Association to Dr. James A. Henry , professor of social work and co-founder and project director for the WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22463
America's drift away from equal opportunity to be discussed
News
… trend. Dr. Richard V. Reeves , who focuses his research on social mobility and inequality, particularly as they relate … some communities more successful than others at promoting social mobility. Shared prosperity initiative The Reeves … team for the ambitious initiative, says considerable good work is currently being done to address each of those …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23269
WMU's Haenicke Institute recognizes 47 faculty, staff and student leaders for transformative study abroad programs
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… endless opportunity for student connection and networking.” says Gregory Reed , Business & Culture in Germany … Gladden and Dr. Tim Palmer – Business Sustainability, Social Justice and Education in India; 28 students Business Sustainability, Social Justice and Education in India led by Dr. Louann …
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/08/study-abroad-faculty
Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in August
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… Come to this introductory program and receive a free workbook to help you learn some basic words in Mandarin … required; free. Monday, Aug. 20 Australian Didgeridoo workshop —2 to 3 p.m. at the Kalamazoo Public Library … required. Wednesday, Aug. 22 Cultivating an Inclusive Work Environment —9:15 to 11:45 p.m. at the Kalamazoo Public …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47909