Jack Austin auditioning on The Voice stage; photo courtesy: Griffin Nagel/NBC

WMU star 🤝 Team Niall

Just a bit bigger than the stage at Shaw! Senior Jack Austin landed a spot on Team Niall Horan on NBC's "The Voice." He made a bold move singing the hit artist's single "This Town."

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Western honors staff who inspire, connect and lead with 2024-25 Make a Difference Award 

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Global Engagement Award recognizes efforts to welcome international scholars

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Internationally regarded geographer honored as WMU's Emerging Scholar

Wellness at Western

The Western experience is designed to prioritize the whole you. You'll find everything you need to thrive intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially both in and out of the classroom. This holistic approach starts with the skills and abilities you don't see on paper: mental well-being, grit and purpose. That's why Western offers wellness tools to help students explore their strengths and areas for growth.