Search results

Aviation with Heart: Sharmaine Moulton’s Story of Safety, Service, and Mentorship

College of Aviation

… Aviation with Heart: Sharmaine Moulton’s Story of Safety, Service, and Mentorship Submitted by Tom Thinnes on WMU … bases as the daughter of a lifelong service member, she was immersed in aviation from an early age—and by 10 years old, she already knew she wanted to be a pilot.   That dream took flight in a real way …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2026/04/moulton

The ultimate assist: Sports and Event Management Club to connect students with industry at career fair

College of Education and Human Development

… job openings, summer internships and professional pathways. In addition, students organized a panel with industry … challenges that make the profession challenging and rewarding. Employers and partners in attendance will include … FC and the WMU Sports and Event Management Club. "We really wanted students to have an opportunity that was catered to …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/03/sports-event-management-club-career-networking-fair

Building connections and continuous learning are key to industrial engineering alum’s success

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Building connections and continuous learning are key to industrial engineering alum’s success Submitted by Kayla … with Dr. Steve Butt, dean, as she receives the Spire Award. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—When Margean Gladysz, B.S.E.’75 , … positions with the New York-based National Executive Service Corps. That is when Gladysz’s entrepreneurial goals …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/margean-gladysz-spire-award

The FMC: Welcoming food industry professionals and next gen talent to Kalamazoo

Haworth College of Business

… of food industry thought leadership. Dr. Russell Zwanka welcomes guests at The FMC. “We are thrilled to host a … all facets of the food industry,” says Dr. Russell Zwanka , director of The FMC and WMU food marketing program. … impacting natural, organic and specialty What consumers want: value, protein and information Disruption, change, …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/01/food-marketing-conference-2026

Accountancy student puts industry learning into action at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… understanding of each firm, its values and the variety of service lines it offers,” Ndikumana says. “The Business Externship Program was both inspiring and insightful, and I look forward to applying everything I’ve learned in my journey …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/accountancy-hosanna-ndikumana-externships-nabainc

Refugee service internship gels career path for ESL administrator

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Refugee service internship gels career path for ESL administrator … Catholic Charities Refugee Services in Lansing, Mich., was a key factor in Christie Gates’ decision to prepare for … enjoyed meeting people from other countries and that I wanted to pursue a career with an international focus,” said …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/refugee-service-internship-story

Students take on industry challenges for their capstone projects

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… for their capstone projects Submitted by Lindsey Haehnel on Industrial engineering and entrepreneurial engineering and … in small-batch drinks.   “Good Trade depot allowed us to walk in with a blank whiteboard to find opportunities within the company. There was no data, processes or guidelines to the project that …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/04/senior-engineering-design-spring-2025

Student Spotlight: Hannah Craft - Blending Data, Creativity, and Customer Service

Information Technology

… Hannah Craft - Blending Data, Creativity, and Customer Service Submitted by Gary Barton on It's a really nice … for on-campus jobs related to technology. At the time, she was studying computer information systems and saw the role … connect to WMU Wi-Fi Installing and troubleshooting software such as SPSS Providing friendly, professional customer …

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2026/02/hannah-craft-it-student-highlight

Industrial engineer named national fellow

News

Industrial engineer named national fellow Submitted by … Mich.—A Western Michigan University faculty member was recently named a fellow of the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers. Dr. Steven E. Butt …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/40225

Western Michigan University partners with Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services to expand opportunities for Nursing Students

College of Health and Human Services

… University partners with Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services to expand opportunities for Nursing Students … has partnered with Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services to provide nursing students with financial support … agree to work at Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services during nursing school and commit to two years of …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/04/pinerest0426