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From Kent (WA) to Kalamazoo (MI), Jennifer Nguyen’s Medallion Journey Takes Flight

College of Aviation

… From Kent (WA) to Kalamazoo (MI), Jennifer Nguyen’s Medallion Journey … and immediate family were on the wrong side of the Vietnam War, which forced many of their peers to leave the home … a rock-centered eye on an aviation career — just an awareness that something had to, or was going to, happen.  …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/04/nguyen

The most wonderful time of the year? Holiday season a mixed bag for 2026

Haworth College of Business

… second big change,” Harvey notes. “AI has become a price watchdog, monitoring items and flagging price drops, with … just 8% would let an agent buy independently.  “Shoppers want AI to do the hunting and the homework, keeping the … is open six days a week and features products from 47 local vendors. Shop owner and WMU alumna Beth Taylor, B.S.’89, …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/11/holiday-trends-2026

WMU Cybersecurity Summit focuses on building trust in a world reshaped by AI

News

… Technology.    This year’s theme, “Beyond the Firewall: Humans, AI and the Future of Trust,” explores the … is no longer just about protecting systems behind a firewall,” says Kara Ortiz , director of identity and … networking opportunities, including breakout sessions and a vendor and registered student organization exhibition. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/10/cybersecurity-summit-2026-beyond-firewall

Haunted house, massive giveaways, animal ‘cuddle shuttle’ set for biggest Bronco Bash ever

News

… Haunted house, massive giveaways, animal ‘cuddle shuttle’ set for biggest Bronco Bash … for me is the tradition of it,” says Mikaylah Gardner , vendor relations intern and psychology major. “When the … fires off the cannon to kick things off, everyone stops and watches. There’s so much excitement going into the semester …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/08/bronco-bash-2026

WMU community shows up big to welcome new Broncos to campus

News

… as they moved their students into residence halls. There was plenty of furniture assembling as students settled into … Band, students and community members packing campus with swag under their arms and smiles on their faces—Western … families, considering move-in time slots, working with vendors to make sure if students order things ahead of time …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/09/fall-welcome-broncos-move-2026

WMU to Host Second Annual Southwest Michigan Vision Resource Fair

College of Health and Human Services

… together organizations, service providers and technology vendors dedicated to supporting individuals who are blind or … support for themselves, a family member or a client, we want attendees to leave with valuable information, … the opportunity to view product demonstrations, meet with vendors and service providers, and learn about programs and …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/06/southwestmichiganvisionresourcefair

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

College of Aviation

… University College of Aviation with a degree in what was then known as flight technology:   On "9-11" he was in the Pentagon when the hijacked airliner slammed into … AFB, WA For the repairs, he needed a part, contacted a vendor in California, and arranged for overnight delivery. …

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

Business college honors elite group of alumni during WMU Homecoming

Haworth College of Business

… Haworth College of Business has announced its 2026 alumni award recipients. Recognized for their career and service … with students and faculty. The Haworth College of Business Awards Ceremony will take place on October 9 at 4 p.m. in … As vice president of cybersecurity at Citibank, he leads vendor management within the global identity and access …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/08/business-alumni-awards-2026

Free at-home COVID-19 test kits distributed throughout campus

Sindecuse Health Center

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69214

WMU alumna Anika Johnson threads sustainability into Kalamazoo with secondhand boutiques

College of Education and Human Development

… living and a casual lifestyle. The business started as a vendor for Vintage in the Zoo, an outdoor secondhand market … much success, Johnson began to see the potential.  "I t wasn’t until the pop-up on the Kalamazoo Mall that we … on the mall and began her business. Great Lakes Thrift Co. was a tremendous success and not shortly after, Johnson …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2023/02/anika-johnson