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Thinking outside the gym—SRC gets creative to promote wellness
News
… a yoga class. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An executive order from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer closed all gyms and athletic … that action, says University Recreation Director Amy Seth , doesn't mandate inaction. "Staying active during this … and his friends chose to hit the tennis court. The SRC will update its Facebook page as more activities are scheduled. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58582
Gaining his Western Wings and Finding His Way to FedEx, Jason Woo’s in Full Control of His Aviation Career
College of Aviation
… skies with a plane bearing an insignia of a country that doesn't share his views and perspectives. The same could … at the WMU College of Aviation more than a decade ago, Woo is as prepared for such experiences as well as … Emily Ishikawa, Woo, and Jason Park in 2018 Woo ended up as a 2011 alumnus of the College of Aviation with summa …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/12/woo
Molecular biology lab uses classroom for real-world research
College of Arts and Sciences
… each spring semester to answer one big question: how does plant metabolism evolve? For seven years, students … Plants included in the study ranged from sunflowers to supermarket carrots. “Although (each student) has individual … various stages because we don’t know what the results are going to be, and sometimes the correct but disappointing …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/68776
From Taipei to the Skies: The Inspiring Journey of SkyWest Captain Po Hsien 'Johnny' Chen
College of Aviation
… are in Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan, and who ended up in Southwest Michigan by way of the northern Indiana … in his home country. "Many teachers just dismissed my goals and dreams," he says, "and told me to be realistic and … destinations in North America with hubs in Detroit, Chicago and nine other major airports. When he signed on as a …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/01/chen
Western honors Native American heritage, creates path to deepen connections with tribal communities
News
… "We fan it around and it's kind of cleansing … to keep good energy." "It's a way to start activities, events or … Confederacy in Southwest Michigan—the NAAC is working to support, elevate and advocate for Native American … strength and resilience of Native people. And I think Billy does that," Sherwood says. Levi Rickert , founder and editor …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69671
College of Health and Human Services celebrates grads with drive-through event
College of Health and Human Services
… unprecedented circumstances, so we knew that we wanted to go a bit beyond the virtual ceremony.” Besides graduates and … brief visit from Buster Bronco himself. The college had set up a small backdrop for photos, and the School of Social Work provided graduation gowns for anyone who needed to borrow one, though many came …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64186
Steven Widger: Growth through connections
Haworth College of Business
… the way for his professional path. The senior studying supply chain management and business analytics at the Haworth … resources and developed connections to help him achieve his goals. Having already completed two internships by the … at WMU Haworth. He says, “Not only will faculty members go the extra mile to set you up for academic and …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/10/supplychainmanagement-stevenwidger-growth-connections
Western's Cold Case Program helps police net arrest in decades-old murder
News
… case that we worked together, we were able to, as a group, make an arrest on a case that had been cold for 35 … students who can handle important administrative tasks that go into the organization of files is a "force multiplier" … during the investigation over the years. "Primarily, our goal was to pour over the documents, organize them, scan …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67430
What you need to know about University Libraries: Top FAQs
University Libraries
… printing stations and 100+ computers . Students can print up to 500 black and white pages per semester. Color printing … question is too big or small. Where can I find space for group meetings? Reserve a group study room in Waldo Library up to two weeks in advance, …
https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/08/library-faqs
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson to speak on campus
News
… Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, 2016 . Tickets go on sale Friday, Nov. 6 , at millerauditorium.com Tyson … Service Medal, the highest award given by NASA to non-government citizens. Tickets Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson at … discount is available to all WMU faculty and staff. Group discounts are available at (269) 387-2312. WMU students …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/27895