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Study abroad at Western yields higher student success

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… by Elizabeth Braaksma on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Western Michigan University students who study abroad are consistently … Institute for Global Education.   Similar gains are seen with student retention, Milostan says. For example, 97% of … completing his freshman year at Western. Parrott spent two months with the Spanish in Quito, Ecuador program.   He …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/01/studyabroadimpact

Accountancy professor finds formula for connecting with students

Haworth College of Business

… Accountancy professor finds formula for connecting with students … when she broke down the accounting books for Beyoncé or a monthly credit card bill, she held our interest and made the …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/accounting-connections-brittani-shantel-jackson

Supply chain students tackle real-world challenges with Kenco and local alumnus

Haworth College of Business

… Supply chain students tackle real-world challenges with Kenco and local alumnus Submitted by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, … chain management program, this took the form of consulting with a local company, putting their classroom knowledge into …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/08/supply-chain-management-students-experience-kenco-project

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

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… From WMU stardom to NFL scouting, Bronco alum thriving with Detroit Lions Submitted by Adam Dietz on WMU alum Steve … DETROIT—The Detroit Lions are building something special. With a culture-changing head coach and one of the most talented rosters in …

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

What you need to know about University Libraries: Top FAQs

University Libraries

… to know about University Libraries: Top FAQs Submitted by Angela Brcka on Where can I find a computer or print a … lower level, first floor and second floor. Can you help me with library research for my projects? Yes! We’re here to … and access information and cite your sources. Connect with us in person or by phone, text or online chat—friendly …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/08/library-faqs

Success with interest: Support adds up for accountancy grad

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… Success with interest: Support adds up for accountancy grad Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jesus Osvaldo … Western Michigan University accountancy alumnus a job offer months before graduation. Not long after he walks across the …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/accountancy-graduate-success-jesus-osvaldo-martinez-jimenez

Area youths participating in Asylum Lake service project

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… participating in Asylum Lake service project Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU's Asylum Lake Preserve is … when they take part in an educational service project next month at Kalamazoo's Asylum Lake Preserve. The project, … for Technology in the Kalamazoo Public Schools system. With the help of some 20 volunteers, the children will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/373

Avoid online scams and identity theft

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… Avoid online scams and identity theft Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Exercise caution with online interactions. KALAMAZOO— October is Cyber Security Month and Western Michigan University is reminding students, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/1847

Area families needed to host international visitors

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… the benefits of meeting new people, exploring new cultures and introducing U.S. American culture to international … and students arriving in August. A stipend of $450 a month will be paid to each hosting family for the duration … an international visitor and are required to provide them with a private bedroom and two meals daily—breakfast and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47588

State lauds success of Western Michigan University's Cold Case Program with major financial investment

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… State lauds success of Western Michigan University's Cold Case Program with major financial investment Submitted by Erin Flynn on Jayla Williams, B.A.'23, talks with Michigan State Police troopers in the field. KALAMAZOO, …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/state-lauds-success-cold-case-program-major-financial-investment