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Vocal Jazz Fest attracts singers from far and wide to WMU

News

… and wide to WMU Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Gold Company KALAMAZOO--A total of 25 vocal jazz groups … from Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa. And in addition to the United States and Canada, … by the WMU Advanced Jazz Combo directed by Dr. Scott Cowan, WMU assistant professor of music. Groove for Thought In …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/244

Three WMU faculty earn prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Three WMU faculty earn prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards Submitted by John Sweeney on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Three … where they will work in one of the world’s most dynamic scientific research hubs. Grenoble is home to several of … with scholars, musicians and composers here is deeply rewarding,” he says. “It fosters personal growth and opens new …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/01/fulbright-scholar-awardees

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

Study Abroad

… April 22 at 6 p.m., to learn more. WMU Study Abroad will award a $500 scholarship to any student participating in … geographic and gender‑related factors shape economic pathways. Students visiting a modern sugar mill in San Pedro de …

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

Friday Feature: Chris Ko

College of Aviation

… it seemed like the best, most recognized program that was also close to home. He has been an avid aviation lover since he was a child. Chris said that he would often get in trouble … watching the women’s USA hockey team make it all the way to gold. He is also glad that he has more of an appreciation …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/02/ko

Doctoral candidate charts course for success in world-class sailing win

News

… center, recently became a champion at the 2025 Vintage Gold Cup alongside teammate Luke Lawrence. (Photo courtesy: Walter Cooper) KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Saying the sky’s the limit … his course for success—both in the lab and on the open water. A former Olympic-track sailor, Asif recently became a …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/star-vintage-sailing-world-champion-mohammed-asif

WMU SLP alum chairs national conference

College of Health and Human Services

… The event, scheduled for December 5-7, 2024, in Seattle, WA, will bring together over 10,000 speech-language-hearing … In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Jerrold was honored with the ASHA Dorothy Dreyer Award for Volunteerism in 2022, and he was selected for the …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2024/12/jjackson

Upjohn Center takes top international honor for map product

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… Center for the Study of Geographical Change received the award from the International Map Industry Association … association selected the center as the winner of its gold award for Best Digital Map Product of the year as well … "Maps like the ones from the USGS and other agencies are scientific documents. Comparing maps of the same area over …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/10286

Spring 2026 student exhibit

University Libraries

… This student exhibit can be found on the second floor of Waldo Library in the rotunda . Jadyn Carl Pittman … the sections of the beats I’m most proud of, whether it was using only stock VSTs in “FLXR” or solving an 808 … Criminal Justice   "David Reimagined" Oil, pastels and gold leaf on canvas I was looking at pictures online of the …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/student-exhibit-spring-2026

The ultimate assist: Sports and Event Management Club to connect students with industry at career fair

College of Education and Human Development

… job openings, summer internships and professional pathways. In addition, students organized a panel with industry … challenges that make the profession challenging and rewarding. Employers and partners in attendance will include … Human Development, the Kalamazoo Growlers, the Grand Rapids Gold, the Battle Creek Battle Jacks, the Kalamazoo …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/03/sports-event-management-club-career-networking-fair

Broncos are going places: New report reveals 93% of Western grads are employed or continuing their education

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… students are getting jobs very consistently," says Dr. Ewa Urban , director of assessment and effectiveness. "We … impact graduate success. In the most recent report, data was obtained for 72% of alumni earning degrees. Some … questions about graduates' Western experience. "It was very nice to have professors that genuinely cared about …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71441