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WMU educators recognized for excellence in teaching and student engagement

News

… and student engagement, Apker and Schröter have been named recipients of WMU’s Distinguished Teaching Award, the … of the WMU faculty since 2001. She teaches courses in organizational and health communication, with a focus on … associate professor of public administration and a 2024 P residential Innovation Professor , brings a global …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/distinguished-teaching-awards-2025-julie-apker-daniela-schroter

Working to say 'goodbye' to forever chemicals

W Magazine

… Working to say 'goodbye' to forever chemicals Submitted by Erin Flynn on PhD … Protection Agency (EPA) estimates there are greater than 12,000 compounds that fit into the chemical group. Dr. Matt Reeves “The contamination is so pervasive and it’s so difficult to quantify the … are ahead of the curve.” ■ Contact: Erin Flynn June 25, 2024

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75868

Integrated supply management student wins prestigious scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… Integrated supply management student wins prestigious scholarship Submitted by …   Dober accepted the $4,250 scholarship award at the organization’s annual scholarship awards celebration at the … in business analytics. She expects to graduate in spring 2024. In fall 2021, she was part of the student team that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69719

Expect festivities and finances to be top of mind as holidays approach

Haworth College of Business

… Expect festivities and finances to be top of mind as holidays approach Submitted by … behavior and impacting households. Home for the holidays, food and gatherings Dr. Russell Zwanka, associate professor of … “We expect a bigger increase in Gen Z holiday spending in 2024 relative to other generations,” notes Dr. Scott Cowley …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/festivities-finances-2024

Sweet success: Food marketing student cooks up skills to help business thrive

W Magazine

… in long jump for the WMU women's track team. “It’s the adrenaline; not knowing what’s going to happen but just going … owner who has raised more than $20,000 for community organizations that provide resources and housing for individuals … organization and even studying abroad with Zwanka in summer 2024 on the first ever “Food Marketing in Ireland” course. …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/layla-wallace-food-marketing-student-leads-kalamazoo-business

WMU Haworth celebrates 2026 Presidential Scholars

Haworth College of Business

… 2026, Newman is an active member of Beta Alpha Psi, an international honor society for   accounting, finance, and … of 2026, Wright has been involved in many student organizations at WMU including the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor … Jacob Steiner Jacob Steiner Presidential Scholar in food marketing Jacob Steiner Jacob Steiner of Troy, Michigan, …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/03/haworth-2026-presidential-scholars

Three WMU food marketing students awarded scholarships

Haworth College of Business

… Evan Raches and Layla Wallace  were recognized by the organization for their excellence in academics and passion for the … Receiving these scholarships not only makes a great financial impact on the students but also affirms the effort … she plans to study abroad in Thailand this May. In 2024, she interned at Advantage Solutions as a brand …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/04/gmr-scholarships2025-knoll-raches-wallace

New state funding will enhance carbon capture research at Western

News

… and storage is a process that involves removing carbon dioxide from the air and storing it safely in order to reduce … "We will be able to hire more students and acquire additional equipment, which will significantly enhance our research … project details and expects efforts to get underway in fall 2024. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit  WMU News …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/new-state-funding-carbon-capture-research

Academic advisors at the Haworth College of Business win awards for impact on students

Haworth College of Business

… advising field. The University recognized four winners in 2024 and two of those winners are from the WMU Haworth … dedication to student success and outstanding interpersonal skills, among others. Alyshia Garrett , academic advisor … career center early and getting involved in a student organization. I was in their shoes, so I empathize with their …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/01/academic-advisors-haworth-awards

Alumnus recognized with first Public Sector Leader Award

College of Arts and Sciences

… with first Public Sector Leader Award Submitted by Amelia Bodinaku on Former chief of staff to Michigan's senior senator … contact for businesses, advocacy groups, trade organizations, and nonprofits regarding legislative issues and …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-magazine-vankuiken