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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointments of Ronda Stryker and Amy Zaagman to the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees (BoT). Both are WMU alumni. westernherald.com/news/article_3…

Western Michigan University’s Department of Theatre opens their production of “Much Ado About Nothing” Friday, March 20 in the Williams Theatre in the Gilmore Theatre Complex. It will run until Sunday, March 29. westernherald.com/arts_and_enter…

The ninth annual Western Student Association Dinner with Delegates brought together students, federal representatives, local officials and nonprofit partners for a unique opportunity to interact with students across majors and graduate levels. westernherald.com/news/article_1…

Voting for the Western Student Association (WSA) presidential election is open March 2 at 8 a.m. to March 5 at 8 p.m. on Experience WMU. westernherald.com/news/article_d…

Multiple Registered Student Organizations (RSO) at Western Michigan University came together to host a Mental Health Fair for Mental Health Week in the Student Center Feb. 26. westernherald.com/arts_and_enter…

The Graduate Student Association (GSA) hosted its Spring 2026 3-Minute Thesis competition Feb.25  in the Graduate Student Commons in Waldo Library. westernherald.com/news/article_9…

In celebration of Black History Month, Western Michigan University’s Office of Multicultural Affairs for Students (MAS) hosted “Hustle After Dark,” a night of culture, community and movement Feb. 24. westernherald.com/arts_and_enter…

After prior failed attempts to pass the bylaws, the Western Student Association (WSA) passed its Spring 2026 allocations bylaws during its Feb. 25 meeting. westernherald.com/news/article_5…

WeTalk hosted a two panel event focused on international education and the balancing of innovation with public safety Feb 19. westernherald.com/news/article_f…

Western Michigan University hosted two panels as part of its WeTalk series, focused on "Balancing Collaboration and Innovation with National Security," Feb. 19. westernherald.com/news/article_9…

Western Michigan University’s TRIO programs hosted their annual TRIO Day Celebration Brunch Feb. 21. The event celebrated the program's 60th anniversary and highlighted the success of WMU students who have benefited from being a part of the program. westernherald.com/news/article_4…

Western Michigan University’s Department of Theatre is hosting a concert production of “Good Witch Bad Witch” Feb. 27 in the Zhang Theatre in Miller Auditorium. westernherald.com/arts_and_enter…

Western Michigan University’s Department of Theatre is hosting “Rent: In Concert” Feb. 28 in the Zhang Theatre in Miller Auditorium. The show is a concert production of the award-winning Broadway musical “Rent.” westernherald.com/arts_and_enter…

Western Michigan University’s 2026 Winter Gala Dance Concert blurred the line between surrealism and reality in a beautiful blend of styles and highlighted WMU’s state-of-the-art dance department. westernherald.com/opinion/articl…

Western Michigan University’s Board of Trustees (BoT) elected Alan Turfe as chair and Kelly Burris as vice chair Feb. 12. They will lead the governing board in 2026. Turfe replaces Trustee Shelly Edgerton as chair of BoT. westernherald.com/news/article_d…

The Student Council for Exceptional Children (SCEC) at Western Michigan University hosted a Valentine’s party Feb. 11. westernherald.com/arts_and_enter…

On Wednesday, Feb. 11, Western Michigan University’s Women in STEM club hosted a Galentine’s party at the Student Center. westernherald.com/arts_and_enter…

Western Michigan University’s President Russ Kavalhuna was appointed to the Bronson Healthcare Board of Directors Feb. 3. westernherald.com/news/article_8…

Western Michigan University’s Students for a Sustainable Earth (SSE) hosted a reusable gift wrapping event at the Student Center Feb. 11. westernherald.com/arts_and_enter…

Western Michigan University’s Muslim Student Association (MSA) hosted a halaqah night Feb. 13. westernherald.com/arts_and_enter…