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New name, enhanced mission: WMUx fosters innovative next-level learning

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… might provide cross-departmental academic benefit? WMUx wants instructors and learners to provide input on potential … spark creative endeavors that speak to those it serves in ways they've never before experienced.  Technology will be … that will replicate cells and molecules to provide 3D models, which will allow for movement and other …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58331

Western to host fall 2025 career fairs connecting students with leading employers

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… by Beta Alpha Psi, this carer fair on Sept. 18 is geared toward accounting, finance, business information systems and … in areas of digital marketing and media, advertising, customer experience and analytics. Email for more … and employers to discuss company cultures, career pathways and available roles or to seek general career advice.   …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/western-hosts-2025-fall-career-fairs

Sales students gain real-world experience through innovative business partnership

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… product they will eventually be tasked with selling to a customer. In fall 2024, this product was a type of window for Amtrak trains. Students spent the … professors and classmates who have made the experience so rewarding." "What sets this class apart from others that I …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/sales-students-gain-experience-pitching-total-plastics-international

Associate director of culinary operations makes mark in nationwide cooking competition

Dining Services

… says Francisco. "Cooking in national contests is one way I am able to have a creative outlet, without causing … that may be unfamiliar to most of our staff and many customers."  Chef Francisco creates a meal in the Student …

https://wmich.edu/dining/news/2024/09/cando-challenge-0

Scholarships, financial aid and grants

Occupational Therapy

… financial aid and grants Summary of Scholarship Awards for 2025-2026 Department Scholarships Awarded $25,750 to 24 students AMBUCS Awarded over $20,000 to … Rehoboth Beach on the Delaware coastline. They have built a custom beach house and look forward to spending many years …

https://wmich.edu/ot/scholarships

Two student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation

Haworth College of Business

… Two student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation Submitted by Samantha Hooker on … the $10,000 Brian Patrick Thomas Entrepreneurial Spirit Award for Turtle Jump Technology. In addition, Brennan Vaughn … for more than nine years, consulting with and developing custom software for companies. In 2017, he began working …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53252

Language immersion through study abroad at WMU

College of Arts and Sciences

…   One student who participated in this experience was Simon Wilke , a 21-year-old from Mattawan, Michigan, pursuing a double major in Spanish and … of the regional culture in Tubingen, some examples include customs, traditions, dialect, cuisine and student life.”    …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/11/language-immersion-study-abroad

Theatre: Music Theatre Performance

Academics

… Technical Production Stage Management Arts Administration Custom URL music-theatre Western Michigan University offers … preparing emerging talent to enter and compete in the Broadway and regional professional market immediately upon … voice instruction and pass juries and hearings along the way. In acting, students are expected to master skills in …

https://wmich.edu/academics/undergraduate/music-theatre

International students at WMU to share their cultures

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… during which attendees can experience Caribbean life by way of the Dominican Republic, learn about how various … students, this event will be centered around the "Matsuri" custom that is held in each town in Japan. It will include … a "somewhat" typical Thanksgiving dinner. This event was originally scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 17. For more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/11/36352

Pandemic inspires students to create ‘A Moment of Magic’ in myriad ways

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… inspires students to create ‘A Moment of Magic’ in myriad ways Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Peyton … incentive to continue. The University’s AMOM chapter, which was established in fall 2017 and was one of the first in the … they embark on visits and even raise funds to pay for their custom-made costumes, which can cost as much as $400. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/06/59946