Radio Station in Kalamazoo Named College Station of the Year

by Kim Chmielewski | Mar 13, 2025 | Kalamazoo

Western Michigan University’s student-run radio station, 89.1 WIDR FM, was named the Best College/University Station (more than 10,000 students) at the 85th annual Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS) awards. WIDR was also selected as the top honor winner of the...

From Kalamazoo to the NFL: A Kalamazoo Promise Success Story

by Kim Chmielewski | Mar 4, 2025 | Kalamazoo

Etienne LeSuer’s journey from Kalamazoo to the NFL is a testament to the power of education, opportunity, and hard work. As a Higher Promise student, Etienne pursued his passion for sports and marketing, gaining hands-on experience at Western Michigan University, the...

WMU to Host Fly-in Open House in Battle Creek Saturday

by Kim Chmielewski | Apr 2, 2024 | Calhoun

Alpha Eta Rho Theta, the professional aviation fraternity at Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation, will host its annual “fly-in” open house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at WMU’s Aviation Education Center. Attendees will be able...

Kalamazoo Students Developing Ideas to Keep Professionals in the City

by Kim Chmielewski | Mar 19, 2024 | Kalamazoo

Students from Kalamazoo College and Western Michigan University are working on ideas to keep top talent in town, including developing a stronger connection between the social and professional scenes. The Monroe-Brown Foundation has pledged up to $400,000 to invest in...

$42M WMU Project has Glass Exterior, Roof Gardens

by Kim Chmielewski | Feb 15, 2024 | Kalamazoo

After a three-year renovation, Western Michigan University’s Dunbar Hall is preparing to open its doors soon with a fresh face-lift. The $42 million renovation added 11,000 square feet to the building. New features include gardens on the roof and a glass exterior on...