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Why RSO Re-Registration Matters

Student Engagement

… Why RSO Re-Registration Matters Submitted by Valerie Ott on It's Registration … and conduct policies Update contact information so members can find you Verify eligibility for funding and campus … Constitution or governing documents Complete any required training modules or acknowledgments. Submit the form! After …

https://wmich.edu/studentengagement/news/2026/03/rsoreregistration2026

New interdisciplinary center to address critical challenges in cybersecurity

Cybersecurity

… by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As the need to protect data from cybersecurity threats continues to rise, Western … these critical challenges through education, outreach, training and research and is managed by the College of … and faculty. Offering professional workshops that provide training to businesses and organizations to better increase …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2026/03/center-addresses-cybersecurity-challenges

State-of-the-art EV and semiconductor technical learning program expansions

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… State-of-the-art EV and semiconductor technical learning … also demonstrate how public and private collaboration can foster innovation and elevate our communities for the … facilities, places us in a unique position to provide training that is both rigorous and directly relevant to …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/ev-semiconductor-learning

Building belonging, one roll at a time

University Libraries

… Building belonging, one roll at a time Submitted by Angela Brcka on Students learn and play D&D at a 3D&D Adventure event. What do you get when you combine Dungeons & Dragons, 3D …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-3dnd

WMU welcomes Indigenous leaders as elders in residence

News

… in residence Submitted by Erin Flynn on Members of the Native American Student Organization stand with Shannon Martin and Robin … Student Organization (NASO), will hold regular office hours on campus and participate in events over the next year …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/native-american-elders-residence-robin-greymountain-shannon-martin

Riding High with Adam Rice

College of Aviation

… on his journey to becoming an airline pilot. (1) Grandma attended Western Michigan University , which is not too far … he encountered that hurdle "in my transition from Part 61 training to Part 141 training.  With the proper guidance and … of human existence.  The exhilarating adventure of flying can be countered by being away from home for extended …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/rice

WMU closes campuses Jan. 20 for severe weather

News

… WMU closes campuses Jan. 20 for severe weather Submitted by Emily Doran on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Except … services, all WMU campuses are closed and classes are canceled today, Tuesday, Jan. 20 , due to severe weather.  … and power outages prompt Western and schools to close. 2024, Jan. 12—A large winter storm and strong winds sweeping …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/01/closure-january-20-2026

Cross-cultural studying evens out education for German exchange student

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Cross-cultural studying evens out education for German exchange student Submitted by Bradley … I liked that if I missed something from class, you can go back to the textbook and the homework always relates … immigration, student success and post-graduation job training.    The institute also facilitates short- and …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/max-kollock-spotlight

Strong showing from Western Michigan University in Crain’s Newsmakers of 2025—including top honors

News

… Business. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From transforming higher education opportunities through Experience-Driven Learning to … swing for the fence and make the biggest impact we possibly can on as many people as we possibly can.”   Lepisto says … impact of the innovative business concept.   In addition to training business owners and investing in West Michigan …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/02/crains-newsmakers-2025-russ-kavalhuna-doug-lepisto-derrick-mciver

Building bridges to the CPA profession: Dr. Brittani Shantel Jackson, CPA and NABA at WMU student chapter recognized with emerging leadership awards

Haworth College of Business

… CPA profession: Dr. Brittani Shantel Jackson, CPA and NABA at WMU student chapter recognized with emerging leadership … "I don't want cost to ever be the reason a student can't advance in their career," Jackson says. "When students … to talk with her before class begins, and her office hours are well attended by students eager to improve their …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/businessnews2025micpa-naba