Academic Achievement: Dean Lillian Smith’s Collaborative Research Published in Scholarly Journal
This article links to Dean Smith's latest publication.
WMU launches Native American elders-in-residence program
Funded by a nearly $15,000 award from the Native American Heritage Fund, Western Michigan University will consult with elders and councils of the three Potawatomi tribal nations in Southwest Michigan to bring elders to campus for office hours and events.
WMU's Haenicke Institute recognizes 47 faculty and instructors for transformative study abroad programs
The Haenicke Institute for Global Education recognizes and thanks the 47 dedicated faculty, staff and graduate student leaders who led study abroad programming during the ‘24–’25 academic year.
Two-time WMU Study Abroad traveler says global experiences change lives and careers
Two-time WMU Study Abroad traveler and business student says global experiences change lives and careers
Engineering students set career plans in motion through Grand Rapids internship
At Moetion Technologies, Dan Praise and Landon Sykes were able to build their resumes up by working on client projects.
WMU Board of Trustees to meet Wednesday to consider new AFSCME contract
The special virtual meeting will be at 1 p.m.
Bronco in the Sky: How WMU Took This Pilot from Jackson to Jet Set
Nothing like flying the friendly skies of the WMU College of Aviation. Recently, Tom Thinnes, the College's director of recruitment, outreach and marketing, was booked on a short flight from Detroit to Kalamazoo when the captain's voice came over the intercom. It can't be him, Thinnes wondered. But it was -- Cole Dillon, a 2018 recipient of a degree in aviation flight science who served as one of Thinnes' program ambassadors during his days at Western.
From giveaways to games to performances, epic celebration planned for Bronco Bash 2025
It's the unofficial kickoff to the academic year: Bronco Bash will take over Western Michigan University's Main Campus on Tuesday, August 26, from 3 to 6 p.m.
GAPDAC has been renamed to AARC
The Office of the University Ombuds, in conjunction with the Faculty Senate and Registrar's Office, would like to announce that the committees comprised of faculty that review hardship withdrawal, course grade and program dismissal appeals have changed their name. Moving forward, the committee formerly known as the Grade Appeal and Program Dismissal Appeal Committee (GAPDAC) will now be known as the Academic Appeals Review Committee (AARC). This change, put in place by an approved MOA, better reflects the mission of this committee and represents all of the appeals it reviews. Future messages from the Office of the University Ombuds regarding this committee will now be written as "AARC Availability", "AARC Instructor Form" and "AARC Non-attendance Form". Please contact the Ombud's office right away with any questions or concerns.
Strengthening interprofessional education: Nursing and medicine collaborate on renal lecture
This article is about WMed and Nursing collaborating to educate more students on renal health.
Summer camp inspires youth to dream big, envision college life
Hosted by the Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations, the WIRE Math and Science Summer Camp gives students in grades three through eight the opportunity to explore the worlds of mathematics and technology in ways relevant to their lives.
WMU accountancy students honored with scholarships
Two WMU accountancy students were honored with significant scholarships from the Michigan Accountancy Foundation. Orion Rahjes and Frans Tanade are in their final year at WMU Haworth and received awards that will significantly impact their further education.
Celebration, connection and campus changes welcome new and returning Broncos at fall welcome
Campus move in and Fall Welcome 2025 includes a week filled with excitement, community spirit and energy for the new academic year.
Leading the charge: Doctoral students gather for organizational change leadership summit
In July, the College of Education and Human Development held its first Organizational Change Leadership Ph.D. Summer Summit. Over 20 doctoral students from the fully online program, along with program coordinators Dr. Vanessa Hills and Dr. David Szabla, traveled from across North America to meet in person for the first time.