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WMU supply chain alum helps drive GM’s efforts to produce ventilators

Haworth College of Business

… three global purchasing and supply chain leads. Michael Schwandt , B.B.A.'13, is part of that team, and doing the most … new challenge due to the extremely short timeline,” says Schwandt. “The immense pressure of the pandemic adds a high … the project off on a Friday, seeking to identify and source suppliers by Sunday night. After establishing a supply …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59052

WMU SLP alum chairs national conference

College of Health and Human Services

… The event, scheduled for December 5-7, 2024, in Seattle, WA, will bring together over 10,000 speech-language-hearing … In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Jerrold was honored with the ASHA Dorothy Dreyer Award for Volunteerism in 2022, and he was selected for the …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2024/12/jjackson

Detroit Free Press calls WMU one of state's 'green leaders'

News

… a 2013 Michigan Green Leader by the Detroit Free Press. WMU was named the winner in the public sector category in this … Monday, June 10, during a Detroit Economic Club event. WMU was lauded for what the Free Press called "a remarkable … small- and medium-sized firms to an innovative automotive supplier. The Free Press announcement notes the broad impact …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7130

Broncos are going places: New report reveals 93% of Western grads are employed or continuing their education

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… students are getting jobs very consistently," says Dr. Ewa Urban , director of assessment and effectiveness. "We … impact graduate success. In the most recent report, data was obtained for 72% of alumni earning degrees. Some … questions about graduates' Western experience. "It was very nice to have professors that genuinely cared about …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71441

WMU programs recognized by national diversity magazine

News

… diverse or disadvantaged businesses and increasing campus awareness about inclusiveness — received acclaim from a national diversity magazine. WMU was one of 90 institutions from around the nation named an … this year highlighted its Foundation Scholars program, Supplier Diversity Program and diversity education workshops …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61244

Supply chain grad leverages WMU experiences into a career

News

… she’s managed inventory flow for retail stores, supported supplier coordination for a global technology leader, swapped strategies with CEOs at national conferences and … allows me to focus on growth and opportunities right away,” says Ledbetter. “Since I was a kid, I’ve always wanted …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/05/graduate-success-supply-chain-management-jadazay-ledbetter

Dawn Foods CEO to discuss global business challenges

News

… a century ago and has evolved into an international bakery supplier with more than 40 locations, 40,000 customers and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/228

Gaining Altitude with Guadalupe Guzman Ramos – Current WMU Aviation Flight Science Student and Future Professional Pilot

College of Aviation

… in southern Florida harvesting bumper crops of tomatoes and watermelons, an occupation the now-U.S. citizen still … a flight from nearby Fort Myers to Dallas, Texas -- and he was dragged into that 2009 experience almost kicking and … me," he wrote years later in a scholarship application.  "I was very nervous as I boarded the plane with my mother, and …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/03/guzmanramos

Repeated recognition: WMU food marketing program wins industry award for second consecutive year

Haworth College of Business

… recognition: WMU food marketing program wins industry award for second consecutive year Submitted by Stacey Lowis … exceptionalism by Progressive Grocer . With its Impact Awards, Progressive Grocer highlights outstanding grocers, suppliers, service providers and organizations that …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/12/progressive-grocer-impact-awards-2025

Supply chain student leverages networking to secure internships and full-time job

Haworth College of Business

… developing Power BI reports for multiple teams, leading supplier negotiations, conducting audits, issuing requests … rotational program.” Within the college, Clarke has found ways to expand his professional scope through career fairs … week, we host employers and hold networking events afterwards, which is a great way to make connections in the …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/12/supply-chain-management-nathan-clarke