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Sports coaching master's program one of 13 accredited by national organization

College of Education and Human Development

… organization Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's master's degree in sports … an accrediting body for sports coaching education programs. Western's program is one of just 13 universities in the … done." Vidic adds, "prospective students of the program can look forward to receiving an education that meets rigorous …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75880

Forging a new path with HyFlex

Haworth College of Business

… MacMillan , a stay-at-home dad in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Western Michigan University's HyFlex MBA program has allowed … different areas of the business,” he says. “As I intend to look for higher-level positions, I will be able to directly … my time at WMU have been ones which I find fun, and I look for ways to incorporate them into my personal and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73237

Regional giants: Led by faculty-owned investment firm, WMU reps take home ‘Newsmaker of the Year’ awards

W Magazine

… was named a “Newsmaker of the Year.” KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western’s growing role in West Michigan’s economy has drawn … leaders connected to the University. The outlet named Western’s newly minted 10th president, Russ Kavalhuna , and … providing an unrivaled learning experience for students at Western Michigan University.” That model moves students …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/regional-giants-sleeping-giant-capital-russ-kavalhuna

Celebrating Legends: 2025 Hall of Honor & Diversity Award Recipients

College of Aviation

… Honoring Excellence, Elevating Legacy Each year, the Western Michigan University College of Aviation proudly … the power of commitment and community. Let’s take a closer look at this year’s remarkable recipients. 2025 Excellence … continues to support student engagement through Aviation Outlook Day and mentoring initiatives.  While at WMU, Woo …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/10/ard

WMU becomes part of Osher Lifelong Learning Institute network

News

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Bernard Osher Foundation has selected Western Michigan University to become the newest member of … since 2011, is now the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Western Michigan University . The agreement, effective … employees recognized by the foundation," says Gaymer. "We look forward to growing our relationship with the Osher …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/16136

Department of Mathematics receives $7 million endowment for student scholarships

College of Arts and Sciences

… late Dr. David P. Burns , M.A.’72, Ph.D.’79, is set to fuel Western Michigan University's Department of Mathematics with … "We are grateful for the donor's generosity, and look forward to using this gift to support our students.” … Burns, who bequeathed his entire estate upon his death to Western, attended the University in the 1970s, pursuing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73673

New graduate certificate to prepare students for global leadership challenges

College of Education and Human Development

… educational and global leadership. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University is launching a new graduate … in Educational and Global Leadership has been offered at Western for nearly a decade and, in addition to the … global leadership to hone my leadership expertise and I look forward to engaging more in educational and leadership …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75771

WMU business professors see signs of economic recovery amid pandemic

News

… That's the good news. But according to expert faculty in Western Michigan University's Haworth College of Business, … "That's the worst in two centuries, actually. When you look at the prior declines in the economy, there are certain … is expanding versus the previous month. "If you look at the ISM Manufacturing Index over the last several …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60747

The Rise of Rochon – Randall’s Aviation Journey and The Power of Giving Back

College of Aviation

… your paths. Meet Randall Rochon, a 2002 graduate of the Western Michigan University College of Aviation and a … University Place, Wash., and to his eventual enrollment at Western where he would earn a bachelor's in  … Award,  signifying his role in making the aviation industry look like the rest of America. There's more to Rochon's …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/09/rochon2019

Breaking it Down and Building it Up – Broderick Bebout Aims for A Career in Aviation Maintenance

College of Aviation

… was still somewhat on the horizon.   He was accepted into Western's flight program upon graduation, Bebout says, "but … taking my drive and passion to the next level," he says.  "Western aviation has some of the most passionate people I … department.  "I was beyond excited getting  a really good look at what it's like in the industry," says Bebout, who …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/12/broderick