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Keith Watkins

First-Year Faces

… the cold truth of growing up—things don’t always go the way you want them to. However, instead of accepting it, he’s … that and it just really interested me. That’s something I can do because I can come up with the ideas.” This fall, Watkins will begin his journey …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59543

Historic $100M fund launched by WMU faculty to pioneer place-based investment and Experience-Driven Learning

Haworth College of Business

… h istoric $100M fund. Dr. Doug Lepisto, left, speaks with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer at Portland Products. Gov. … understanding their business and in learning how consulting can create tangible value.”  In addition to developing her … of higher education,” says WMU President Russ Kavalhuna . “You have young people who are aspiring to be leaders and are …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/sleeping-giant-capital-historic-fund

Engineering students set career plans in motion through Grand Rapids internship

News

… in research and development .    Ben Moes, center, talks with Dan Praise and Landon Sykes in his company's office. … and skills necessary to say to them, ‘We’re confident that you can accomplish this on your own. Here’s what you need to …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/dan-praise-landon-sykes-complete-engineering-internship-moetion-technologies

WMU students test drive new late-night bus service

News

… 10 p.m., and will dramatically extend the hours students can use the bus service to travel back and forth between the … routes range from 11:57 p.m. to 12:55 a.m. The four routes with expanded hours and the times of their last arrivals on … trial period to see if this is a service that our students can use and support." The expanded hours are for Metro …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/64

Well-being in action: Programming highlights

University Libraries

… by Angela Brcka on A greener way to study Students can check out small plants to keep them company during study … caring for plants, or even just working around plants, can have a positive effect on people. Thanks to a new partnership with Western’s Finch Greenhouse, our plants are looking …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2026/02/impact-report-programming-highlights

High schoolers prepare for college through WMU business simulation course

Haworth College of Business

… of business through hands-on experience. This isn’t your typical high school business class. It’s the same … Buren Tech is a career and technical institution affiliated with the Van Buren Intermediate School District. They work … about starting college. I know what to expect now and how I can succeed.” Surprising lessons During the semester, …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/01/van-buren-tech-dual-enrollment-wmu-haworth

Student Spotlight: Ricardo Campos – Leading with Passion and Purpose in IT

Information Technology

… Student Spotlight: Ricardo Campos – Leading with Passion and Purpose in IT Submitted by Gary Barton on … to keep learning." Inspired to Join the Tech Team? Start your journey at the  Technology Help Desk  and gain valuable experience while supporting your fellow Broncos! Search for roles like  Help Desk, …

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/10/ricardo-campos-it-student-highlight

Western honors staff who inspire, connect and lead with 2024-25 Make a Difference Award 

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… Western honors staff who inspire, connect and lead with 2024-25 Make a Difference Award  Submitted by Deanne … Technology, Barton helped transform how WMU engages with technology and the campus community. The success of the … have made his team more visible and approachable, with another noting, “Gary radiates enthusiasm beyond the …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/make-difference-2025-gary-barton-michael-lininger-brax-cristine-thomas-destiny

‘Greatest moment of my life’: WMU Theatre student blows judges away on ‘The Voice’

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… for the homecoming tailgate. Sing on national television with a pop music superstar. Western Michigan University Jack … for his spin on Horan’s hit song “This Town.”   “When do you ever have the opportunity to sing an artist their own … says Austin. “I’m just trying to live life as normally as I can and finish school, because that’s really important to …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/jack-austin-joins-voice-team-niall-horan

WMU geoscientist honored with prestigious scholar award for research in remote sensing, water resources 

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… WMU geoscientist honored with prestigious scholar award for research in remote … where he and his team integrate satellite imagery with field-based data to investigate a wide range of … Geological Survey a s well as international partners.   With over 120 peer-reviewed publications and more than 7,100 …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/distinguished-faculty-scholar-2025-mohamed-sultan