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Why I Give: Barry Zurell Roberts

W Magazine

… emotionally.” Now retired from a long and rewarding career with General Motors, Roberts’ journey began as a student in … organization that builds community among all Black and African American alumni and also provides student scholarships. … advises: “There will be many obstacles placed in front of you. You can overcome these roadblocks by going through …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74813

Safe on Campus promotes LGBTQ allyship, inclusiveness at Western

News

… it is a safe space for individuals to come for help or with concerns. "Any kind of visibility, even little things … there is always more institutional equity work to be done, you are wanted, you are respected and you are valued." While … identities, it's those little nods of acknowledgement that can make all the difference," adds Marts, who earned …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68227

Anthropology alumna digging life after graduation

News

… the Fort St. Joseph Archaeological Project's field school. "You can read a lot about different archaeological techniques as … artifacts. "I took introduction to anthropology with Dr. Michael Nassaney ," says Delmonico. "He got me …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58025

WMU nursing program students, faculty are pandemic prepared

News

… to help others. I am ready to do my part in any way I can.” Senior Rebecca Stierley has accepted a nurse intern … they’re receiving through WMU are equipping them with the mindset and skills to perform this vital job. As … be adaptable,” says Reynolds-Erspamer. Change comes whether you are ready or not, but how you carry yourself through it …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58985

Finding community and confidence: Manavi Trivedi’s journey from India to Kalamazoo for an MBA

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… me that the right university isn’t just one that educates you, but one that holds you through change,” she says. “As … that values people first, a place where I could grow with confidence, stay true to myself and build my future … helped me understand what organizations truly seek in a candidate,” she says. “Those conversations transformed my …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/02/trivedi-international-student-story

Engineering students design concussion sensor for football helmets

News

… students at Western Michigan University have come up with a device that can be implanted in a football helmet to monitor the … of Michigan in which the students received training for young entrepreneurs. More than 300 teams submitted ideas, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17339

Spring 2025 student exhibit

University Libraries

… students during the spring of 2025. This student exhibit can be found on the second floor of Waldo Library in the … all its forms, blending the technicality of graphic design with the expression of fine art.  … live in the duality. I rely on the strong influences of my youth, comics, video games, skateboarding, pop culture, and …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/02/student-exhibit-spring-2025

AI-powered earbuds enhance language access for newcomer students in local classrooms

Teaching and Learning

… of Special Education and Literacy Studies KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With a growing number of students entering U.S. classrooms … an answer. He solved the problem in front of the class, and you could see how proud he was. I already knew he was good … really opened my eyes to how powerful translation tools can be in supporting multilingual students,” she said. “If I …

https://wmich.edu/x/news/2025/05/ai-powered-earbuds

Counseling Services offers support as WMU returns to campus

News

… deep breathing, etc. Stay connected and check in with others regularly. Develop and maintain a routine. Reach out for support if needed. Limit the time you spend taking in COVID-19 news. Monitor local, state and … upheaval and uncertainty in many families. These stressors can amplify feelings of hopelessness, loneliness and anxiety …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60511

From music to cybersecurity, Nick Ford is making an impact

Cybersecurity

… an impact Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Nick Ford teams up with other cybersecurity students in Floyd Hall study … Ford. “Not only is it the bleeding edge of technology but you get to make huge impacts by defending critical … Department of Defense Cyber Sentinel Challenge and ISC2 Candidates credentials. Even as he works so hard toward …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2024/09/cybersecurity-nick-ford-making-impact