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Western Michigan University ranked top education employer in Michigan

News

… Western Michigan University ranked top education employer in Michigan Submitted by Erin Flynn on Forbes ranked Western … 75 employers across all sectors—from technology and health care to automotive and education—made the list of top places … than 160,000 employees surveyed nationwide who were asked how likely they were to recommend their employer. …

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

What you need to know about University Libraries: Top FAQs

University Libraries

… Top FAQs Submitted by Angela Brcka on Where can I find a computer or print a document? Use any of Waldo … found on the first floor and lower level. Printing stations are located on the lower level, first floor and second … in at the Tech Lab desk on the lower level to get started. How do I check out books? It’s easy—bring your Bronco Card …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/08/library-faqs

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

College of Health and Human Services

… know. Given the intensity and importance of the test, many students invest significant time, money and energy … preparation, dedicating 5-6 hours each day to studying. However, her first attempt in August 2023 ended in … sustained focus and information processing, both of which are essential for taking a long exam such as the NBCOT. …

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

Bronco back in the saddle focused on alumni experience

W Magazine

… and working alongside incredible Bronco alumni reinforced how meaningful it is to give back to the place that shaped … moment: Maybe I could be the right candidate.” Her career shift and move across the state came at just the right … later,” she says. “And engagement should reflect that. “Many Broncos also live far from campus and experience the …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2025/06/heather-stanley-bronco-focused-on-alumni-experience

Leadership advice from an expert: Major General Rod Faulk

Haworth College of Business

… and corporations, Major General Rod Faulk, B.B.A.’87, shares insight into what it takes to lead organizations and how students can position themselves for leadership … training helped made it work. In the Army, I have had many rewarding experiences including commanding the 785th …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69760

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

Teaching and Learning

… U.S. classrooms speaking little or no English, educators are looking for new ways to bridge communication gaps. At … foster a stronger sense of belonging for newcomer students, many of whom arrive with limited or no prior formal …   “Even as an ESL professional, I experienced firsthand how difficult it was to communicate with a student whose …

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

WMU's Haenicke Institute recognizes 47 faculty, staff and student leaders for transformative study abroad programs

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… , where we saw the original Concorde, the Airbus A300B and many other historic planes that shaped aviation history!” … my knowledge of the criminal justice system and learn how it compares to the system in the United States.” says Lizeth …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/08/study-abroad-faculty

Raiyan Wasi turns classroom knowledge into real-world impact

Haworth College of Business

… Raiyan Wasi turns classroom knowledge into real-world impact Submitted by Janine Adamski on … about what gets me out of bed in the morning, it's seeing how cloud networking, large language models and data mining are revolutionizing everything around us. I'm fascinated by …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/09/computer-information-systemsraiyan-wasiinternational-student

Wings of Resolve: The Air Force Journey of WMU Aviation Bronco Tracy Smiedendorf

College of Aviation

… during his WMU Commencement in 1983 During a 27-year career in the Air Force, Tracy Smiedendorf logged more than his share of vivid memories.   How about these for the now-retired 1983 alumnus of the … 13 bases, including other overseas deployments to Japan, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar.  More often than not, …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/09/smiedendorf

University Libraries awards two scholarships to student employees

University Libraries

… two scholarships to student employees for their outstanding contributions. Julio Garcia Hernandez and Sung Ham have … during his study abroad in Japan this fall. Learning how to access research is one of the best skills Hernandez … learned on the job—and it will be helpful in his future career as a translator, too. “During the translation process, …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/04/student-scholarships