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Zoning in on the genetics of the world’s largest flower

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… orchids," Barkman said.  "I decided I wanted to work with and study orchids for the rest of my life." Barkman has been … Barkman authored the report with Seok-Hong Lim, a 2006 Western graduate; Domingo Madulid, Philippine National … and three children.  Portions of this story appeared in a Western Herald story by Josh Holderbaum on November 13, …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/05/worlds-largest-flower

WMU to Host Michigan Pre-College & Youth Outreach Conference in 2026

Precollege Programming

… on WMU has been chosen to host the Michigan Pre-College and Youth Outreach Conference for 2026. Save the date of October 22, 2026 and join us for this amazing conference. Learn more at …

https://wmich.edu/precollege/news/2025/11/pcc2026

Broncos Lead interns grow job skills by helping kids grow in their love of nature

W Magazine

… Bresnahan, a marketing student, was able to lead planning and execution of a community event at the Children's Nature … in the Kalamazoo area through social media. The three Western students are interning with the Kalamazoo nonprofit … visitors from around the area. "I've taken grant writing at Western and know how to do it, but I've never had a cause to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72461

Staff Spotlight: Anthony Smith – From Student Technician to IT Specialist

Information Technology

… Smith , one of the dedicated Help Desk Specialists at Western Michigan University’s Office of Information … from student to staff is a story of growth, opportunity, and a passion for technology. Anthony Smith works as an IT … parents, and even great-grandfather were Broncos), choosing Western felt like a natural step. A scholarship and

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/11/anthony-smith-it-staff-highlight

Bronco Bash Registration Is Now Open

Student Engagement

… Bash is one of the largest student organization events at Western Michigan University (WMU). It marks the start of the … (RSOs) together in one space to connect with new and returning students. Registration to table at Bronco Bash … to involvement. For many students, especially first year and transfer students, this is the first time they see the …

https://wmich.edu/studentengagement/news/2026/03/broncobash20261

Building belonging, one roll at a time

University Libraries

… roll at a time Submitted by Angela Brcka on Students learn and play D&D at a 3D&D Adventure event. What do you get when you combine Dungeons & Dragons, 3D printers and avid-gamer library professionals? A thriving gamer … . Our 3D&D Adventures have become incredibly popular with Western students. A student paints a mini figure to use in …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-3dnd

Brad Coffman: From Private to Professional Pilot in Four Years

College of Aviation

… only 12 miles away from his hometown, it’s easy to understand why. However, like the “force” to Luke Skywalker in the … the opportunity to jumpstart his career. With lots of help and determination, Coffman enrolled in a local flight school … searching many options, Coffman attended an open house at Western Michigan University in the fall of 2011. After the …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2015/12/coffman

BSON partners with University Libraries to enhance medication training

College of Health and Human Services

… administration through an innovative partnership with Western Michigan University Libraries’ 3D Print Team . … integrate pharmacology knowledge, patient safety principles and hands-on clinical skills. Traditionally, nursing programs …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/02/med-training

New study abroad experience for first-year students launches a WMU education in the Dominican Republic

Study Abroad

… 1st year students who are interested in global education and are looking to participate in study abroad early in … at WMU,” says Joe Milostan , director of study abroad and international enrichment at the Haenicke Institute for … an environment that supports the global engagement of the Western community. Its offices assist nearly 2,000 …

https://wmich.edu/study-abroad/news/2026/02/first-year-study-abroad

Two longtime staff members retire from University Libraries

University Libraries

… Libraries, Vicki Carter , cataloging coordinator, and Terri Stowers , library acquisitions coordinator, will … after completing her bachelor’s degree in sociology from Western. She held several roles within the library, … and later earned her Master of the Arts in Counseling from Western. Most recently, Carter has split focus between …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2024/12/longtime-staff-members-retire