Search results

Pandemic inspires students to create ‘A Moment of Magic’ in myriad ways

News

… has instead provided A Moment of Magic —AMOM—members with even more incentive to continue. The University’s AMOM … members of children, have made free in-person visits to youth with serious medical illnesses. The national … As the pandemic continues, chapters are finding they can still uphold that mission and even enhance and expand it …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59946

A ewe-nique approach to sustainability

College of Arts and Sciences

… Mich.—Dr iving along a quiet street in Kalamazoo, you might just miss the green iron gate off the road that … a long dirt path, the farm is unassuming. It’s beautiful, with its green pastures, blue skies above, wildflowers, and … caring for a flock, contract grazing, and the key role it can play in supporting climate health. She was hooked—and …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/10/lauren-burns-tending-tilth

Mott Just Another Typical Pilot - Nicole's Journey to the Left Seat

College of Aviation

… Nicole Mott is one of these people. As a new captain with Envoy Air , finishing her upgrade at the end of 2017, … recalls, “My first experience with flying was when I was young. A family friend owned a Cessna and took me for a … the many life-long friends made at the University. “But, I can’t forget,” she exulted, “the cross-country flight we …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2018/01/mott

From classroom to credit union, Chloe Park invests in her future

Haworth College of Business

… she then took that data and created visual reports with the help of tools such as Power Business Intelligence … my academic goals,” she says.  Transferring to a university can be intimidating. However, Park was welcomed to WMU … approachable, encouraging and more than happy to help if you ever have a problem.” Not only have the faculty of WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73126

American-style teaching covered in CELCIS graduate assistant training program

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… American-style teaching covered in CELCIS graduate assistant … international graduate assistants prepare to teach or work with undergraduate students at WMU. Light said the program … additional presentations throughout the week. Baker said you can see a significant visual improvement in their …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/celcis-graduate-training-feature

International health care experiences put nursing grad on path to career success

News

… full of promise , headed to Western Michigan University with her sights set on becoming a nurse anesthetist. Four … I have a lot to give. When people come to the hospital, it can be the worst moment of their life. So something as … real life. And that's been super helpful, because even if you think that you're going into the medical field, it's …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/nursing-graduate-2024-commencement-emily-bosak-career-success

Nominations sought for student Who's Who

News

… students for inclusion in Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges . WMU has participated in this … Leadership Programs, Mail Stop 5356. Call (269) 387-2547 with questions. Contact: Tonya Durlach January 24, 2012 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/96

Students place second in international cybersecurity competition

Cybersecurity

… took on the role of an external cybersecurity firm tasked with identifying potential vulnerabilities in a simulated …   “The competition specifically demonstrated how AI can be used to systematically model attack vectors and … of cybersecurity.” “I’ve learned that no matter how much you prepare, rehearse or anticipate every possible scenario, …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2025/07/students-place-second-cybersecurity-competition

In the know about snow: WMU’s closure policy and safety info

News

… full University closures and class delays are rare. Unless you receive an official notification through one of the channels listed below, you can assume that all campuses remain open and operations … sensible shoes, such as insulated walking shoes or boots with rubber soles, for the best footing on icy walks.   For …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/winter-closure-information-2025-26

The Vitt Factor: empowering students to make their mark

Haworth College of Business

… from Chicago, Illinois, certainly has the "it" factor. With the mission to mentor the newest generation of budding … Vitt Factor, is creating accessible opportunities for youth to develop their interview techniques and … Vittorini is excited about his future and hopes that others can feel the same excitement through his business. “I have …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70677