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Campus gets ready for United Way launch
News
… by Deanne Puca on WMU's 2014 Campus United Way campaign is titled "Change the Story." KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … of residents and provide tangible results. Outcomes from United Way initiatives More than 2,000 children up to … cards to all faculty, staff and retirees is underway. How to make a gift One-time donations by cash, check or …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18457
Graduate school hacks: hands-on experiences and growing a network
Cybersecurity
… alumni and industry professionals,” says Perambalam. “This constellation of influencers includes the wider … and strategic thinking. “My favorite experience so far was an exhilarating opportunity to ethically hack into … a system, capturing the flag and earning recognition from my professors and peers has been unparalleled.” …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72709
Graduate dreams of her next steps
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… steps Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Maruj Jamal, B.S.E.'22, is excited to be pursuing a career in chemical engineering … When I was in high school, I was watched a video of how to produce toothpaste, and it was so interesting to me,” … her dream. “The most difficult part was building a new life from a scratch. I did not have any friends when I moved, no …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68624
WMU students plan Night Out in Vegas for area senior citizens
News
… , in the Bernhard Center's East Ballroom. Senior Prom is an elegant and nostalgic evening of dancing and … needed. Pre-entertainment begins with Bingo at 5 p.m. , the casino tables will open at 6 p.m., and the dance will run from 7 to 10 p.m. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/03/38804
WMU students demonstrate superior sales skills in competition
Haworth College of Business
… Sales Challenge, with senior Hope McHugh of Cary, Illinois, placing second in the role-play category and several … pitch tracks and was open to undergraduate students from universities across the country, drawing more than 14 … , faculty specialist II in marketing, was thrilled to see how WMU students applied their skills and supported each …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/12/steel-city-sales-challenge
College of Arts and Sciences students win big in 2025
College of Arts and Sciences
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/05/cas-national-wins-0
Entrepreneur to give Distinguished Speaker Series talk
Haworth College of Business
… Entrepreneur to give Distinguished Speaker Series talk Submitted by Anonymous (not … Alliance, co-managing partner of the MGM Grand Detroit Casino, CEO of the Bearwood Management Co. and the co-owner … Trustees in June 2016. Pickard earned a bachelor's degree from WMU, a master's degree from the University of Michigan …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/09/34780
Engineering student designs her future at WMU
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… her future at WMU Submitted by Lindsey Haehnel on Lily Kieliszewski KALAMAZOO, Mich.—During a visit to Western Michigan … had never heard of this degree before, but the more I heard from the speakers, I slowly realized that they were … available at Western. “It was terrifying seeing how large the school was and it was tough to imagine making …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75588
Barrier-breaking book program offers new chapter for parents of nonnative English speakers
W Magazine
… program offers new chapter for parents of nonnative English speakers Submitted by Erin Flynn on Zenia Gutierrez reads a book to students from the bilingual library at Bloomingdale Elementary School … ever been able to read a book to her 10-year-old child. "How a simple change made such a big difference is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69835
Campus gathering to bid goodbye to Hoekje and Bigelow halls
News
… campus residence halls. A gathering will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. in the main areas of Hoekje Hall, which … the two faculty members for whom the halls were named. Dr. Howard F. Bigelow was an economics professor at WMU from … professor of education and psychology who also served as registrar, dean of admissions and director of extension during …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7341