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WMU business students in the winner’s circle at DECA competition

Haworth College of Business

… a customer retention plan for a grocery store. The goal was to encourage consumers who had begun purchasing … them into real business situations early and often. “This was my first year in DECA, and it has completely pushed me … didn't feel real at first,” says Little. “That moment was filled with so much pride for how much work we had put in …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/04/deca-winners

Van Buren hosts WMU to celebrate launch of Grow Your Own partnership

College of Education and Human Development

… Certification. "Van Buren Intermediate School District was incredibly prepared and had done a lot to recruit … invited to attend and answer question s while participants fill out their applications to the University. This group of … When Western came and talked to us about Grow Your Own, it was obvious to me that they understood the needs that were …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/72044

From WMU Ambassador to Aviation Analyst – Karen Kropornicki Sets the Gold Standard

College of Aviation

… that lie in one's future. Karen Kropornicki thought she was destined to fly for Delta Air Lines, and some day she … a U.S. aircraft, makes national policy decisions, fights a war in the name of America, interprets global intelligence, … in a place called Kalamazoo.  She said she had started to fill out an Embry-Riddle application, but never finished it. …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/03/kropornicki

Breaking Barriers: Blind international students find opportunity at WMU

International Student and Scholar Services

… came here,” Chae says. “When I entered university, my goal was to challenge myself. I realized that the real obstacle … an English language program at a university in Oregon but was dissatisfied with the quality and accessibility of … Gimyung Kim , 21, laughed with his peers. The room was filled with students, both domestic and international, …

https://wmich.edu/international/news/2025/11/celcis-south-korea

In Memoriam, summer 2026

W Magazine

… BS ’51, Nov. 29, 2025, Grand Rapids, MI Ona Eileene (Pappe) Wall , BA ’52, MA ’64, Dec. 7, 2025, Grandville, MI Muriel … Robins , BA ’54, Nov. 24, 2025, Livonia, MI Willard Howard Mejeur , BS ’54, Dec. 10, 2025, Cadillac, MI Thomas … BS ’76, MBA ’85, Dec. 20, 2025, Mattawan, MI George William Fillmore , BS ’76, Dec. 24, 2025, Fond du Lac, WI Connie L. …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/memoriam-summer-2026

Meet Our Acquisitions Team: Erin Sweany

Medieval Institute Publications

… who workshop my own projects with me, and I find the most rewarding aspects of my relationship with colleagues has been … a wide variety of primary sources and methodologies. If you want to work with editors who will be excited about your … can also find Erin on Twitter and LinkedIn , and you can fill out a prospective projects form to reach our …

https://wmich.edu/medievalpublications/blog/2023/04/erin

The Center for Excellence and Research in Public Service (CERPS)

School of Public Affairs and Administration

… and knowledge he has gained to advance public management in ways that are inclusive, effective, and thoughtfully … in Biological Sciences and Comparative Religion. She has always been inclined towards nonprofit organizations and is … with CERPS or just have questions? Email us at @email or fill out one of the forms below! Become a guest speaker …

https://wmich.edu/spaa/cerps

Public career fairs bringing hundreds of employers to WMU

News

… Technology, Engineering and Mathematics—STEM—Fair. It was created due to the high demand for workers with a … fields. But because many employers are seeking to fill a variety of non-STEM as well as STEM positions, many … Bernhard Center Ballroom. Employers will be recruiting to fill internships and full-time positions. Some will conduct …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44780

WMU Wellness Playbook

Student Transitions

… with Academic Advising, the WMU Wellness Playbook was made accessible through a student's account in the … development. We say jumpstart because a student can always talk with their advisor(s) to add more plays to their … accommodation through Disability Services for Students by filling out the DSS-Accomodate Public Form. Review the form …

https://wmich.edu/transitions/playbook

Culture, Communication and Community Development in Tanzania: A transformative study abroad experience

Study Abroad

… says her 12-day trip to Tanzania with WMU Study Abroad was one of the most transformative moments in her four years … one memory feels impossible, but what stuck with me most was how incredibly kind and resilient the people of Tanzania … students explore studying abroad.    “Studying abroad has filled my heart with so much passion to continue to find …

https://wmich.edu/studyabroad/news/2025/11/tanzania