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The Lechota Legacy - Tom and Tim Take Off with Aviation

College of Aviation

… Tom Thinnes on People often asked Hank Williams Jr. why he did certain things -- a lot of them bad. In song and verse, … Hank provided one of his trademarked replies, saying he was simply carrying on the “family tradition.” WMU Alumni … Mich., it was hard not to be. The automobile industry permeated the city. Young Tom had visions of following his …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2015/04/lechota

Manchester native finds home on WMU pitch

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Manchester native finds home on WMU pitch Submitted by Bradley Horstman on When you’re … play in stadiums and on fields that are not even as big as Waldo Stadium. I am grateful for this opportunity to play at … of foods that are available and the abundance of lakes near Kalamazoo and throughout Michigan. “The food …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/03/nicole-hatcliffe-spotlight

All Life is Learning - May 2024

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… we rallied to win an extra $1,000 bonus during “Lunchtime Crunchtime” and we are still waiting for the last few challenge winners to be announced … homework, just exploring lots of interesting topics. In the near future we will offer courses in different formats -- …

https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/may-2024

All Life is Learning - July 2024

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… be entering a new OLLI at WMU program year! OLLI's annual membership runs from July 1 to June 30, so, unless you … to sit in on a course with you for free. This is a great way to introduce your friends and family to our lovely … A message to the many OLLI travelers who have explored near and far enjoying fun, adventure, and education over the …

https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/july-2024

Sierra Ward

Haworth College of Business

… Sierra Ward Uplifting others and embracing yourself, friendship and … and perspectives. Desiring the flexibility to move between different industries while always having an applicable skill … has also been a great fit. “I have made friends who give me a sense of belonging. I also feel supported at the …

https://wmich.edu/business/ward2024

Finding fun in Sydney Wade’s future

Haworth College of Business

… Finding fun in Sydney Wade’s future Submitted by Abbie Griffith on Sydney Wade KALAMAZOO, Mich.—From a young age, senior Sydney Wade , … she learned from her youth into the classroom.  “ I come from a family of entrepreneurs and have been surrounded …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70155

Ready for liftoff: Engineering student has sights set on space

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… student has sights set on space Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Parker Jarrett (left) meets with friends in Floyd Hall. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Sophomore … by doing. When I first visited WMU, I got to see all of the different labs at the Parkview Campus and knew it was a good …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66271

Supply chain student leverages networking to secure internships and full-time job

Haworth College of Business

… leverages networking to secure internships and full-time job Submitted by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— … beginning his journey at WMU Haworth, Clarke has held four different internships with  Owens Corning . Currently, he … rotational program.” Within the college, Clarke has found ways to expand his professional scope through career fairs …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/12/supply-chain-management-nathan-clarke

Using AI in the Classroom

Teaching and Learning

… the many new and ever-changing AI tools, it can be difficult to know where to start and how they might be best used in the classroom. One way to approach Large Language Model (LLM) AIs such as … These chatbots can assist with instructional development and preparation tasks so that instructors can focus …

https://wmich.edu/x/teaching-learning/teaching-resources/using-ai-classroom

Western Michigan University students

The Evaluation Lab

… experience. Contact us Learn more What we offer: Paid, Resume-Worthy Experience: Bolster your resume with a paid experience that sets you apart. Learn Data Collection and Analysis: Dive into the world of quantitative and qualitative data …

https://wmich.edu/evaluation-lab/about/student