A beloved professor emerita, Mallinson passed away on Jan. 15, 2025, in Kalamazoo. She left an indelible mark in science education and at Western. 

Shen, a distinguished professor at Western Michigan University, has been honored with the 2025 American Educational Research Association Division A Excellence in Research Award for his significant contributions to the study of PK-12 educational leadership and school improvement.

Western Michigan University students brought electrifying energy to the runway at MODA's annual spring fashion show, marking another hit.

Jordan Rundhaug thrived in WMU’s Cold Case Program with Michigan State Police while a student at Western. Now, he's a graduate on the precipice of joining the Michigan State Police (MSP) as part of their Trooper Recruit School.

Ethan Cheatham is driven to succeed in the sport management field, gaining experience and connections in the industry as he pursues a career in a basketball program and ultimately as a sports agent.

Through multiple leadership roles within registered student organizations, an internship spanning several semesters and a guaranteed job on the horizon with Delta, Grace Stachowiak is ready to spread her wings after graduation.

This post is authored by Rebecca Menmuir, editor of MIP's forthcoming collected volume Authenticity in Medieval and Early Modern Literature.

In the semester-long class, students plan to pair their academic knowledge with boots-on-the-ground study abroad experience. They are introduced to the cultural, historical, political and social institutions of their international destinations of interest, while also nurturing an appreciation for the commonalities and differences between people both at home and abroad.

Elisha Ewing is graduating with a resume filled with internships and leadership experiences that helped her secure a full-time job well before commencement.

Ashley Dale, a future event planner studying abroad at the University of Hertfordshire, has embraced a hands-on academic journey. Her program involves a comprehensive study of event management and opportunity to put ideas into practice.

April 24, 2025—The University Libraries at Western Michigan University awarded Open Educational Resources (OER) Adoption Grants to six Western faculty and instructors in April.

Among 1,200 competitors, Western Michigan University students once again found themselves as top finishers in a variety of competition categories at the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference where eight students placed in the top three in the competition. 

The department held its biennial award ceremony, celebrating the accomplishments and excellence of alumni, faculty, staff, and students. The event recognized 32 student scholarship recipients and introduced three new honors: the FCS Torch Award, the Wavemaker Award, and the Compass Award.

April 23, 2025—The University Libraries awarded two scholarships to student employees for their outstanding contributions— Sung Ham (left) and Julio Garcia Hernandez (right).

The college collected nominations through December and January. In February, nominations were delivered to various college committees, where recipients were chosen.

Announcing the signing of Southwestern Michigan College and WMU School of Social Work agreement

Russ Kavalhuna, J.D. will serve as the 10th president of Western Michigan University, bringing to the role an unmatched blend of public service, higher education leadership and a results-oriented approach to education that will build on WMU’s positive momentum.

Trustees will convene at 2 p.m. in the WMU Student Center ballroom.

Lorena Vazquez is creating a path that she's proud of at the Haworth College of Business. The digital marketing and leadership and business strategy student is putting in the work now to foster a successful career after she graduates.

Ticketsocket recently made a corporate gift to fund laptops for students at WMU Haworth who need access to updated technology for their courses. The $25,000 gift will make an impact on many business students and will also supply laptops for international teaching.

Western Michigan University’s College of Arts and Sciences is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024-25 Arts and Sciences Faculty and Staff Achievement Awards. Recipients were honored during a ceremony on April 14. 

Three Western Michigan University students majoring in food marketing have been awarded scholarships from Grocery Manufacturers’ Representatives (GMR) of Grand Rapids. These students were recognized by the organization for their excellence in academics and passion for the food marketing industry. 

Students in WMU's Business Ethics and Sustainability course challenged themselves to make greener choices with the GetGreen app, completing 3,000 climate-friendly actions, which represented 30 tons of avoided greenhouse gas emissions. 

Engineering student Emma Perrin filled her time at WMU with experiences inside and outside the classroom, leaving as much of an impact on WMU as it has on her.

At the Richmond Institute for Design and Innovation, the Venture Studio transforms student concepts into real-world products. Led by Professor Michael Seeley, the course guides students through the full innovation process—from desirability and feasibility to pitch-ready viability. Through hands-on projects, industry collaboration, and investor pitch nights, students gain experience in design thinking, entrepreneurship, and product development. The result? A launchpad for young innovators to bring meaningful, market-ready solutions to life.

A $4,560 Student Sustainability Grant will fund replacing single-use plastic bags with 100% recycled paper bags in WMU cafes and retail stores.

Propelled by a multitude of Experience-Driven Learning opportunities, soon-to-be Ph.D. in mechanical engineering Margaret Mooney has amassed a body of work that has taken her from coast to coast and even overseas for internships and experiences with researchers at the world's top space and science agencies. And after graduation, she'll be joining the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C.

Chelsea Prebil is headed to P&G to become a purchasing manager after completing a successful internship with the global company. It's one of a number of experience-driven opportunities she took advantage of during her time at Western that prepared her for the professional world.

Asa Hollingsworth amassed a wealth of experience during his time at Western through leadership positions in multiple RSOs and internships in legal and government offices.

This year, the layout of the congress includes the WMU Student Center and Sangren Hall, Waldo Library, Kanley Chapel and the Gilmore Theatre Complex.