Search results

D.R. artist-activist to visit WMU as part of School of Art lecture series

News

… is free and open to the public. Pineda Jorge Pineda Pineda was born in Barahona, Dominican Republic. A visual artist, … on a large blackboard that his mother, a teacher, had set up at home for him and his siblings. His artistic ability was evident early on. "We were three sets of twins, and my …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19845

Steampunk adaptation of 'The Fantasticks' comes to campus

News

… comedy about a boy, a girl, their meddling fathers and the wall that divides them, "The Fantasticks" is crafted with … "It's not an intrusive concept." He adds that the story was not rewritten or changed in any way. Outside of the costumes, set and props, the show is, in its entirety, the original. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/03/14005

Award-winning professor, performing arts design expert dies at 60

News

… Award-winning professor, performing arts design expert dies … than 125 University Theatre productions, died Feb. 25. He was 60. Roehrick joined the WMU faculty in 1978 and taught … burial in Chippewa Falls, Wis., is planned. A date will be set in the near future for a WMU campus celebration of his …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13843

Dismantling expectations: Nicole Miller’s future in advertising

Haworth College of Business

… Football ads are what immediately come to mind, but Miller wants to step outside that norm and discover the future of … advertising. Creativity alone won’t break down established walls, but with her second major in leadership and business strategy, she’ll have the skills to set herself apart.  “I chose my majors because I knew I …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69895

New Native American Affairs Council aims to build relationships, understanding across campus and in community

News

… Mich.—A collaborative, interdisciplinary effort is underway to honor Western Michigan University's Indigenous roots … Main Campus is on land historically occupied by Ojibwa, Odawa and Bodewadmi nations—tribes that represent the … to add Indigenous expertise. A curriculum addition already set to launch spring semester is a tribal governance course …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/10/66068

Severe weather closes WMU on Thursday, Feb. 25

News

… Student Employee of the Year and Supervisor of the Year awards is canceled but rescheduled for Monday, Feb. 29. The Winter Gala dance concert set for 7:30 p.m. tonight will go on as scheduled. The … about fitness classes will be posted at wmich.edu/rec . Waldo Library is open from noon to 6 p.m . today. All branch …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/02/30604

University celebrations planned for upcoming graduates

News

… students of color at WMU. The Celebration of Excellence , set for 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Bernhard Center's North …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52659

Bronco Bash is bigger than ever with hundreds of orgs, businesses and even a mechanical shark

News

… ready to gear up for fall semester and bring home tons of swag as Bronco Bash returns for the biggest event yet. … , Bronco Bash volunteer and outreach intern.  This year is set to be the biggest Bronco Bash in history, with about 500 … businesses and nonprofit organizations ready to hand out swag—including the ever-popular Celebration Cinema refillable …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/bronco-bash-bigger-ever-2024

Western Michigan University faculty gain global perspective through University of Passau exchange program

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… university in the Lower Bavaria region as deeply rewarding, both intellectually and personally.    “During my time in Passau, I was able to greatly strengthen my understanding of German … period between May 1 and June 30, offering an ideal setting for both professional and personal growth.   About …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/10/passau-exchange

College of Health and Human Services celebrates grads with drive-through event

College of Health and Human Services

… degrees in unprecedented circumstances, so we knew that we wanted to go a bit beyond the virtual ceremony.” Besides … a brief visit from Buster Bronco himself. The college had set up a small backdrop for photos, and the School of Social … though many came dressed for the occasion. Dr. Sally Vliem was among several nursing faculty members on hand to cheer …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/05/64186