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The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association will recognize Dr. Yvette D. Hyter, professor emerita of speech, language and hearing sciences, with the Honors of the Association at its convention in Boston. This is the highest honor bestowed by the organization, distinguishing members for their contributions to communication sciences and disorders disciplines.

Western ��һ�鶹��Ƭ�� University sales students competed at the State Farm Marketing and Sales Competition, where Cameron Musser took first in one of the sales role-plays, bringing home prize money and accolades for the Haworth College of Business.

For this three-day training, firefighters and public safety vehicles, including at least one fire truck, will be outside the Bernhard Center.

Nearly 400 students, faculty and staff attended the event at the WMU Student Center. Each participant declared their individual and communitywide commitment to well-being by signing a banner affirming their pledge.

The ceremony, held at WMU’s newly unveiled student center, celebrated the highest number of transfer agreements ever signed between the two institutions. With these agreements, Kalamazoo Valley students in more than 50 programs can transfer seamlessly to WMU to continue pursuing a bachelor's degree.

During a timeout in the first half of the game, representatives from the Office of Veterans and Military Affairs will honor BSSD dogs and trainers and recognize $15,000 that was donated to the organization over the summer through the sale of Operation Hat Trick merchandise. Blue Star Service Dogs will name a dog cadet in honor of WMU, and Bronco fans will have an opportunity to vote on that name at the football game.

Native American Heritage Month honors the culture and contributions of Indigenous populations in the United States. Western's Native American Student Association and Native American Affairs Council are hosting a number of events to raise awareness and honor Native American history and heritage on campus.

Senior Eric Isaksson is leaning into his academic community as he steps into the business world as a professional.

Themed “Everyone Needs To Read: Community Literacy in Action,” the symposium set for Friday, Dec. 8, aims to bring together educators, volunteer tutors, students, and community members who are passionate about advancing literacy for all.

Western students will perform alongside shadow interpreters in order to expand the theatre-going experience for audience members who are deaf and hard of hearing. This is the first time a shadow performance has been staged at a theatre in Kalamazoo.

Western rarely closes or delays classes, so always assume campuses are open. In the absence of notification via one of the methods listed below, all normal operations will continue as scheduled.

Dr. Wady Ramírez will serve a three-year term as president to develop and promote higher education among Dominican universities.

Six College of Education and Human Development alumni have been recognized by Crain's Grand Rapids Business as either emerging leaders, influential leaders or notable leaders in diversity, equity and inclusion. 

Allegiant Travel Company has selected Western ��һ�鶹��Ƭ�� University as an inaugural partner in its Accelerate Pilot Pathway program, which will streamline the career trajectory for Broncos by giving them a mentor to guide them through their studies as well as a conditional job offer as an Allegiant first officer upon completion of their training requirements.

Student and employee flu shot clinics are planned at the student center in November.

Johanna VanLandegent, a senior finance student at Western ��һ�鶹��Ƭ�� University, is making an impressive start in her career. Condensing her B.B.A. into two years, VanLandegent has already secured her place in the professional world as a member of TruVista Wealth Advisors with her dedication and impressive performance.

Michiko Yoshimoto received ��һ�鶹��Ƭ�� State University Extension's 2023 Key Partner Award for her work with the 4-H Youth Development program in teaching students about Japanese culture.

The overhaul of the fashion and food labs included improved ergonomic spaces, food-grade stainless steel storage, a new computer lab and high-speed pattern plotter.