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WMU business professors see signs of economic recovery amid pandemic

COVID-19 upended life as we know it and sent the global economy into a tailspin. Unprecedented business shutdowns halted production in many areas, led to layoffs in others and left supply chains in a lurch. Now five months in, there are signs of hope the U.S. economy is on its way to recovery.

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Getting career-ready during a pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic, students are looking to WMU career development specialists to guide them though an uncertain time in terms of internship and job searches, and are seeking out opportunities to build their portfolio of skills.

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Prepare for a virtual career fair

The Zhang Career Center offers guidance for students getting ready to participate in virtual career fairs. Learn tips for connecting with employers and acing your virtual interviews. 

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The 30

Do you know an emerging business leader who is a recent alum of Western Michigan University's Haworth College of Business and is providing thought leadership and innovative perspectives in the business world? Nominate yourself or a friend for the college's digital publication, The 30.

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Dr. Onur Arugaslan: Faculty Service Award Recipient

Dr. Onur Arugaslan works tirelessly to provide the best curriculum and experiential learning opportunities possible for business students. For these reasons and more, he was recognized this year with the college’s Faculty Service Award.

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2020 Business Magazine

During a year where adaptability and innovation have been more important than ever, the Haworth College of Business is proud to share how our students, alumni and faculty address business issues in creative and meaningful ways. The 2020 edition of Business magazine is now exclusively online.