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Orion Rahjes is finding belonging and building legacy at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… Western Michigan University. The senior from Des Moines, Iowa, is creating a bright future at the Haworth College of Business through academic achievements and on-campus involvements. With a passion for … “There's a place for everyone at WMU Haworth, and there's a way for you to grow here,” they say. Beyond the classroom, …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/accountancy-orion-rahjes-naba-student-organizations

A new hub for belonging and connection

W Magazine

… to connect and engage at the heart of campus. The building was intentionally designed to maximize natural light, something students expressed was important over many years of interviews and engagement. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73398

WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on KALAMAZOO – Two … Western Michigan University community. Its offices assist nearly 2,500 international students and alumni at home and …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/06/fulbright-specialist-summer-2025

Professor explores the Vietnam War through music in interdisciplinary course and Bruce Springsteen research

College of Arts and Sciences

… Professor explores the Vietnam War through music in interdisciplinary course and Bruce … that reads: “We busted out of class / Had to get away from those fools / We learned more from a three-minute … “The Vietnam War in Rock and Soul” for nine years. He immerses students in music from the war, which lasted from …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2026/06/vietnam-war-music

Western opens door to life-changing experiences for business law grad

News

… of remote villages with tax preparation. Dr. Tim Palmer, right, became a mentor and friend to Roosien. Roosien … same person as before; I have new aspirations," he says. "I want to live a life of meaning." OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND … to "live deep and suck the marrow out of life," Roosien was focused on immersing himself in as many experiences as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75608

Bound for greatness: Chemical and paper engineering grad presses forward in career

News

… greatness: Chemical and paper engineering grad presses forward in career Submitted by Erin Flynn on Elisha Ewing is … internships, multiple leadership positions, a full-time job waiting in the wings—it's safe to say  Elisha Ewing has …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/04/graduate-success-chemical-paper-engineering-elisha-ewing

WMU welcomes new associate vice president of global education

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… WMU welcomes new associate vice president of global education … been committed to globalization for many decades. I look forward to working with the campus and community to make great … and directed a joint institute in China and secured nearly $2.5 million in external grant funding. She guided a …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/07/global-education-max

WMU professor's research paves the way to improving pedestrian safety nationwide

W Magazine

… WMU professor's research paves the way to improving pedestrian safety nationwide Submitted by … research earned him an Outstanding Traffic Safety Achievement award from the Governor's Traffic Safety Advisory … the gateway treatment—placing signs on the edge of the road near crosswalks that drivers have to travel between. "It not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57296

Goldsworth Valley gazebo coming down, to be rebuilt in 2016

News

… on Goldsworth Valley Pond KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The ravages of time and weather have taken their toll on a popular Western … outdoor gathering spot, but plans are already underway for a 2016 replacement of the Goldsworth Valley gazebo. … needs replacement. The refurbishment on the popular spot near Goldsworth Valley Pond was originally set to coincide …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/25977

Permaculture project abroad receives grant from WMU Office of Sustainability

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… that promote sustainability in local communities: "Mesoamerican Permaculture Institute" and "Mayan Families."  … communities such as: lasagna composting, seed banks, water filtration, ancient grain products and a medicinal … engagement of the Western community. Its offices assist nearly 2,500 international students and alumni at home and …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2019/01/sustainability-grant