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Dr. Lizzy Coats’ journey of self-discovery, perseverance and success

College of Health and Human Services

… Doctorate program in April 2023. Dr. Coats began her summer like many of her peers: recovering from the demands of … also reflect holistically on herself. After years of struggling with attention, Dr. Coats decided to seek a formal … her patients. She expressed that she understands what it’s like to not be understood or overlooked, and is very …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/09/coats

Broncos reach new heights in NASA Student Launch competition

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… rocket hurtled thousands of feet into the sky over Bragg Farms in Huntsville, Alabama.  The Pegasus VII rocket … Student Launch. "Even though it was a competition, it felt like everyone was on the same team. We all wanted to see … site in Huntsville, AL. (Courtesy: NASA) Other team members like  Ella Kubesh , who just finished her second year in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/05/nasa-student-launch-challenge-2025-aiaa-pegasus-rocket

WMU launches Western Outfitters to help Broncos dress for success

College of Education and Human Development

… and Human Development. “It’s exciting to see initiatives like this taking shape on campus.” Students can select two …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/western-outfitters-fashion-clothing-career-internship-campus-free-resource

Western welcomes more than 275 new international students to campus

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… get involved. Buster Bronco, the university’s mascot, hugged and took selfies with the new students.   International … from 95 countries on campus, and students from Bangladesh, like Shrayan , join robust international communities upon … he was 18 and hopes to stay for several years. “It feels like home now,” he says. “The freedom you have over your …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/09/international-enrollment-2025

Bronco in the Sky: How WMU Took This Pilot from Jackson to Jet Set

College of Aviation

… Cole Dillon, current Captain at SkyWest Airlines Nothing like flying the friendly skies of the WMU College of … and "mentor of mentors."   Followed closely by the likes of Sharon Van Dyken, Annie Quardokus , Jana Zollinger, … seniority it's pretty easy to get the schedule that you like.  We have to remember that airlines are a '24/7' …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/08/dillon

Western Michigan University ranked top education employer in Michigan

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… 160,000 employees surveyed nationwide who were asked how likely they were to recommend their employer. Participants …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/top-ranking-forbes-best-state-employers-2025

WMU Student Center becomes the 17th campus building to earn LEED certification

WMU Student Center

… Submitted by Kaitlynn Boot on Inclusive spaces like the Game On! game room were thoughtfully designed to be … formulations were given priority over high-impact materials like concrete and steel.  Sustainability will remain a top …

https://wmich.edu/student-center/news/2025/08/student-center-leed-certification

Bronco Buds program to welcome hundreds of Kalamazoo high schoolers to WMU campus

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… the excitement of living and learning on a vibrant campus like Western Michigan University,” Slade says. “And, all …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/bronco-buds-fall-2025-kalamazoo-public-schools-college-prep

Experience-Driven Learning Spans Borders: International alumnus reflects on journey home

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… was inspired to replicate.   “When he said goodbye, I was like, ‘I want to be like him. One day I will go to the United States or anywhere … international student recruitment and success.   “I was like a big brother to many international students,” Nkya …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/07/international-student-internship

State lauds success of Western Michigan University's Cold Case Program with major financial investment

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… new leads.  "It's an amazing tool for a smaller agency like mine,"  Detective Tom Cole of the Fenton (Michigan) … to contact for assistance," Cole says. "I wish (a program like Western's) was there when I was in college." … government relations. "My hope is that with partnerships like this, we will someday be able to find justice for all …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/state-lauds-success-cold-case-program-major-financial-investment