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About the Haenicke Institute for Global Education
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… is a global one. Through transformative events, immersive classes and Experience-Driven Learning, the Haenicke … student success, Haenicke's passion for global learning was celebrated in 1998 when the University gathered its … for international students in 2023-2024; an additional near $500,000 was provided in scholarships for study abroad. …
https://wmich.edu/global/about
Tyler graduated from WMU while interning on Broadway
Theatre
… Tyler graduated from WMU while interning on Broadway Tyler Siems graduated from WMU Theatre’s Arts … in [insert year], all while interning at “Wicked” on Broadway. He attributes his success to the guidance and support of his WMU Theatre mentors, “How can I even begin to thank you both for making …
https://wmich.edu/theatre/24campaign-4
From mechanic to dietician, Air Force veteran focused on helping patients maintain healthy lifestyles
News
… From mechanic to dietician, Air Force veteran focused on helping … systems in military helicopters to helping steer patients toward healthy nutritional choices—and he couldn't be happier. … where he's meant to be. "I have no doubt that Western was the best choice I could have made," says Fischer, who …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/12/nutrition-dietetics-fall-2024-graduate-derek-fischer-air-force-veteran-employed
Passion in research: Yomi Nathan’s journey to finding his niche
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… journey to finding his niche Submitted by Kayla Lambert on Mechanical engineering master's student Yomi Nathan sitting … College, which he chose because of the accessible pathway it offered to begin his education. He eventually … the Haenicke Scholarship. “From a young age, I knew I wanted to become an engineer, though I was initially …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/03/yomi-nathan-mechanical-engineering
Student Spotlight: Christian Mendoza-Huynh
College of Health and Human Services
… Student Spotlight: Christian Mendoza-Huynh Christian Huynh , a spring graduate of Western … can support independence across different environments was especially meaningful,” Huynh said. Huynh’s educational … experience its culture and attractions. As Huynh moves forward professionally, the foundation built at WMU will guide …
https://wmich.edu/hhs/christian
True belonging and troubleshooting: cybersecurity student finds joy in ever-evolving field
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… field Submitted by Kayla Lambert on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For some students, arriving to Western Michigan University is an … student Rua Hamed Salim Al Rasbi studying at WMU was fate. “I didn’t choose Western myself—my scholarship and … Oman. “This is my first time in the United States, and I was initially very nervous about how different everything …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/08/cybersecurity-fate-al-rasbi
Breneman tapped to lead WMU government relations
News
… Breneman tapped to lead WMU government relations Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … education government relations. From 1998 to 2003, he was WMU's first vice president for legislative affairs, … During his earlier tenure at the University, Breneman was instrumental in securing the $48 million in capital …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/06/53922
State of Michigan Scholarships and Grants
Financial Aid
… their first degree and is based on both financial need and merit. To be considered, a student must take the SAT (class … by the state of Michigan. Students receiving this award at WMU will be given a preliminary offer, which is … Michigan GEAR UP Scholarship Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) …
https://wmich.edu/finaid/aid-types/mi-offers
Fifty seniors receive WMU's top undergraduate honor
News
… the highest honor WMU can bestow on an undergraduate. The award goes to the most outstanding seniors in each of the … organizations, including Epsilon Mu Eta, Alpha Lambda Delta, the American Society for Engineering Management, the … Education. Berry is from Kalamazoo, and a graduate of nearby Mattawan High School. A member of WMU's Lee Honors …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/05/31959
Water quality research and engineering firm is newest BTR Park partner
News
… Water quality research and engineering firm is newest BTR … firm that is focused on sustainable water resource management and environmental restoration and is based in two of … Sciences. Launched in late 1999, the BTR Park is home to nearly 50 private-sector companies directly employing more …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43452