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LZ Granderson to throw out first pitch for WMU Night at Comerica Park
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… Michigan University alumnus LZ Granderson , journalist and commentator for ABC News and ESPN, will throw out … President-Designate Edward Montgomery . Dunn is retiring from the presidency July 31, and Montgomery will officially … I'm doing in my adult life." Hear Granderson's story about how the lessons he learned during his WMU days led to his …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40707
Experience-Driven Learning Spans Borders: International alumnus reflects on journey home
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… on journey home Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on Deniss Efesper Nkya came to WMU from Tanzania on a Fulbright Foreign Student Award in 2022. … higher education options were limited. The United States, however, was a much wealthier nation. There were countless …
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/07/international-student-internship
Grand opening set for Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation
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… for Design and Innovation Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University's new … $3 million to the project. The institute "is truly far beyond anything we ever imagined it would become," Jim … included getting a detailed description of each area and how students will use this creative layout working …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/09/49312
Max Lampert fuels up for his future
Haworth College of Business
… Max Lampert fuels up for his future Submitted by Janine Adamski on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— … Western Michigan University, is gearing up for his future. From Williamsburg, Michigan, Lampert is studying supply … a member of the team, Lampert never lacked encouragement. “My favorite part of this internship was networking and …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/01/supply-chain-managementmax-lampertford-motor-companyinternship
Not just an act: Theatre professor takes center stage
W Magazine
… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Kate Thomsen stars in the reprisal of Jeff Daniels' hit comedy, "Diva Royale," at the … Daniels says Thomsen is a big reason audiences enjoy the show so much. “Kate’s acting has always had an element of … there are a lot of experiences I’ve had in my life thus far that compare to that,” Holly Berman-Carter , a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74826
WMU sales program ranked among top programs 18 times in a row
Haworth College of Business
… again earned a place on the Sales Education Foundation’s list of top sales programs in North America. This is the 18th … is a direct result of our excellent faculty and support from our alumni and industry partners,” says Dr. Kelley … top-tier salespeople and great human beings. They know how to communicate, get things done, and treat other people …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/06/sales-education-foundation-program-ranking
WMU secures federal grant to battle opioid epidemic
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… hands-on experience in combating the opioid epidemic that is ravaging communities across Michigan. The $1.35 million … WMU. "This grant presents WMU with an opportunity to make far-reaching impacts through health care workforce expansion … can all be encouraged that Western Michigan University is showing commitment to address this epidemic and that they …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/08/54593
WMU faculty promotes Seita Scholars Program at national conference for student social mobility
College of Education and Human Development
… conference for student social mobility Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dr. Ramona Lewis, third from right, was a … program in 2008, graduation rates for Seita Scholars have far exceeded the national average. "Higher education is one … is a High Impact Practice," says Lewis. "Study abroad is shown to improve students’ sense of belonging on campus, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73514
Fort St. Joseph celebrates 25 years of archeological education
College of Arts and Sciences
… Archaeological Project passes its 25th year, the work isn't just about unearthing artifacts; it's about the people … on both history and lives. “It’s wonderful to look back at how it all started where the project is now in terms of our … as the public outreach coordinator for Fort St. Joseph from 2007-09. “I think that was one of the biggest benefits …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74438
Alumna's personal experience will drive national strategy to combat human trafficking
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… WASHINGTON, D.C.—A Western Michigan University alumna is on the frontlines of combatting human trafficking … While she was free from the shackles of modern-day slavery, however, the trauma of five years of torture remained. … program in 2008, graduation rates for Seita Scholars have far exceeded the national average. Hounakey considers Mark …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/56872