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Mentorship

Graduate College

… Mentorship What is an Academic Mentor? The word “mentor” comes from Homer’s … The Odyssey. Before Odysseus sails off to fight the Trojan War, he asks his old comrade, Mentor, to serve as a … the word “mentor” has evolved into a catch-all referencing anyone proffering advice, from therapists to gurus to …

https://wmich.edu/grad/Compass/Mentorship

Summer 2022

W Magazine

… Summer 2022 Impactful interns As an intern, he saved a company $1 million with his innovative engineering. Md Marsad Zoardar is one of many Western students gaining meaningful, resume-worthy …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/summer-2022

Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in March

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Take advantage of global engagement opportunities in March Submitted … Kuch on Take a trip around the world without leaving Michigan by attending the 29th annual International Festival, … Reform and the Promise of Public Education" humanities speaker series —7 to 9 p.m. at the Dalton Center Recital …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45285

WMU educators recognized for excellence in teaching and student engagement

News

… WMU educators recognized for excellence in teaching and student engagement Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Whether guiding students … or preparing future public service leaders with hands-on evaluation experience, Dr. Julie Apker and Dr. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/distinguished-teaching-awards-2025-julie-apker-daniela-schroter

WMU to recognize top staff members for outstanding service

News

… WMU to recognize top staff members for outstanding service Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO—Four staff members who … been a food worker and cook. Nominators praised Mae as an inspiring leader who goes well beyond her job duties when …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9757

University celebrations planned for upcoming graduates

News

… University celebrations planned for upcoming graduates Submitted by Deanne Puca on Dr. Toni Woolfork-Barnes, director of the WMU … as an initiative of the Western Student Association. Guest speaker for the event is Dr. Toni Woolfork-Barnes , director …

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

Talks on community empowerment locally and in Middle East

News

… Talks on community empowerment locally and in Middle East Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Torczyner KALAMAZOO--An … Jan. 25, 2 to 4 p.m. --Torczyner will be the keynote speaker for a forum and panel discussion with residents of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/91

Contacts and Schedules

Mathematics

… Contacts and Schedules The instructors, tutors and Supplemental Instruction leaders are here to help and guide you. See available help for more details. Contact …

https://wmich.edu/math/contacts-schedules

Local insights, global impact: An MBA journey at WMU

Haworth College of Business

… Local insights, global impact: An MBA journey at WMU Submitted by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—“Local yet global” is how Western Michigan University MBA student Steve Balaze describes his experience in the program. An assistant professor in Western’s Department of Military …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/mba-steve-balaze

Going above and beyond to support instructors

University Libraries

… Going above and beyond to support instructors Western Michigan University rapidly shifted all spring semester courses to … is the heart of this university. It was rewarding and inspiring to help ensure that our students received an

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2020/10/going-above