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Alumni Perspectives

Haworth College of Business

… dynamics are ever evolving and have been accelerated with business models, policies and work-life balance coming … she advises managers to focus less on finding the candidate that checks all the boxes and instead to hire for … says May. “Entrepreneurship is a marathon, not a sprint. You may encounter some failures along the way, but they are …

https://wmich.edu/business/alumni2023

Finding community and confidence: Manavi Trivedi’s journey from India to Kalamazoo for an MBA

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… me that the right university isn’t just one that educates you, but one that holds you through change,” she says. “As … that values people first, a place where I could grow with confidence, stay true to myself and build my future … helped me understand what organizations truly seek in a candidate,” she says. “Those conversations transformed my …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/02/trivedi-international-student-story

We have lift off: WMU launches UAV certificate programs

News

… on the compact instruments small unmanned aerial vehicles can carry. The University began offering two UAV-related … in the world to have a consumer drone outfitted with such a VLF ystem. Those two developments come on the … helicopter has to fly at high altitudes and fast speeds. So you cannot get the resolution necessary for dealing with

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54033

Climate Emergency Month, led by WMU's Climate Change Working Group, will focus on awareness, action

News

… ancestral homeland and looking for new places to live. You have low-lying island nationals that are being relocated … disciplines and departments across campus, is partnering with a number of student organizations, academic colleges, … feel at ease or makes them feel a little more hopeful they can make a change." The Western Student Association is also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70784

Joey Pisano scrubs into sales: finds his passion in the medical device industry

Haworth College of Business

… one thing that makes it so interesting to me. The autonomy within sales is also very appealing because it can give me more time to travel the world!” WMU Haworth has … to try something new. The worst-case scenario is that you don’t like it, and you don’t do it again. The best-case …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/12/sale-business-marketingjoey-pisanomedical-device-sales

Dancing Granny, Sensory Friendly Performance

Theatre

… Performance A sensory-friendly performance for families with special needs March 9, 1:00 p.m. WMU Theatre is proud … featuring  Anansi, the clever spider from West African folklore. But Anansi may have met his match when he …  This production will come alive with traditional African drumming and dance, creating infectious fun for the …

https://wmich.edu/theatre/dancing-granny-sensory-friendly

CLCRS Increasing Student Participation

Assessment

… increasing student participation in course ratings. How can I increase response rates? Stress the importance of the … how the university uses the student ratings. Explain how you use the student course ratings instrument. Give … process begins. Make it an assignment or extra credit—with or without points assigned (e.g., one instructor …

https://wmich.edu/assessment/clcrs-increasing-student-participation

Dreaming green: student’s sustainable sleepwear line blends matcha, natural dyes, and eco-conscious fashion

College of Education and Human Development

… Dreaming green: student’s sustainable sleepwear line blends matcha, natural dyes, and eco-conscious … professional attire and suits, one line stood out this year with its laid back style brewed a vibrant green. Belonging … "Sleep is incredibly important. Without it, our brains can't consolidate memories, regulate emotions, or process …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/05/dagny-matcha-tea-fashion-moda-spring-runway-show-2026

Mean Girls

Auxiliary Enterprises

… Book of Mormon). Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the vicious ways … a plan to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. New York Magazine cheers, “MEAN GIRLS …

https://wmich.edu/events/72000

Benefits Enrollment Information—Research Staff: Post-Graduate Fellow (R3)

Human Resources

… eligible for benefits must enroll in benefit plans within their first 31 days of employment or new benefits … Summary The Benefits and Rates Summary is an overview of your insurance benefits, associated rates, and other … drug coverage.  The Benefits Guide is a concise guide to your health plan options, Western Wellness, flexible …

https://wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-research3