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No passport required: Students experience fieldwork through virtual reality

University Libraries

… outside? Virtual reality provides a hands-on alternative. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Students in GEOS 1000 (Dynamic Earth) … in the Tech Lab,” Teal says. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. Contact: Sara Volmering …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-no-passport-required

WMU experts in medicine, engineering and communication earn national recognition for efforts to reduce medication dosing errors for children

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Fredericks, Dr. Lee Wells, Adam Lecznar and Sue Dunwoody.  KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Breaking through long-standing norms, a … pediatric training as well.” For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online.   …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/02/medicine-engineering-national-award

WMU Public Health and WMed Collaborate to Advance Addiction Prevention and Care

College of Health and Human Services

… Public Health and WMed Collaborate to Advance Addiction Prevention and Care Submitted by Jillian Fraze on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Faculty, students, clinicians and community … emergency care and workforce development. At the center of this work is a partnership between WMU Public …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/02/phwmed

Four WMU students receive Gilman Scholarship

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… by Raine Kuch on Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship Logo  KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A highly competitive Benjamin A. Gilman … spend the Summer II semester studying in Japan at the Japan Center for Michigan Universities. Kathryn Elms is majoring … providing K-12 outreach; hosting lectures, panels and events; and showcasing arts, entertainment and culture from …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2019/05/wmu-students-gilman-scholarship

Student produces short documentary on the impact of studying abroad

Study Abroad

… impact of studying abroad Submitted by John Sweeney on   KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Cain Sandoval , a graduating senior who … providing K-12 outreach; hosting lectures, panels and events; and showcasing arts, entertainment and culture from … for Global Education .   For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online.   Contact: John Sweeney …

https://wmich.edu/study-abroad/news/2026/01/impact-project-study-abroad

Future Iraqi engineer learns English and new perspectives at WMU

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… has offered more than just a place to learn English and eventually earn a master’s degree in chemical engineering; … in WMU’s English as a second language program, CELCIS—Center for English Language and Culture for International … world to receive an education. He was attracted to WMU and Kalamazoo because of the sizable Arabic community in the …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2014/01/nemeah-spotlight

From giveaways to games to performances, epic celebration planned for Bronco Bash 2025

News

… and nonprofits, will be represented at Bronco Bash 2025. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A community celebration, a sea of swag, a … He and a team of student interns have been planning the big event since April. They’re expecting as many as 20,000 … a sensory room will be available inside the WMU Student Center for anyone who needs a break from the party outside. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/bronco-bash-2025

Welcome activities planned for start of fall semester

News

… for start of fall semester Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Classes at Western Michigan University … continue until  Saturday, Sept. 7 , with WMU's One Stop Center, Bronco Bash and Fall Fab Fest. Residence Hall … center of campus from  3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27 . The event is a huge celebration welcoming students to the campus …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54596

WMU Board of Trustees to meet in formal session Thursday, Dec. 4

News

… session Thursday, Dec. 4 Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University’s Board of … to convene at noon on Thursday, Dec. 4 , in the WMU Student Center ballroom to consider 2026-27 student housing and meal … items and the livestream link. For more WMU news, arts and events , visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/12/wmu-board-meets-dec-4-2025

Early registration extended for livable communities conference

News

… communities conference Submitted by Deanne Puca on Mindell KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Early registration has been extended … sustainable transportation systems. The annual event draws transportation researchers, educators, students, … June 21-22 , and is hosted by the Transportation Research Center for Livable Communities, a Tier 1 University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46274