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Soldier. Trooper. Aviation Student. Michael Kay's Third Act Is Just Beginning

College of Aviation

… Kay had his eyes on three possible career paths:  military service, law enforcement and aviation. Kay at WMU's Fall … Air Patrol (CAP)  earning the Neil Armstrong Achievement Award during that time.  Before his 2012 graduation, Kay took … his 17th birthday, enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserves.  It was the summer before his senior year at Chatfield High when …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2026/11/kay

Connection, Change and Career: How Bryce Harden Built a Life in Aviation

College of Aviation

… of folks who have crossed his path in life. From parents Wanda and Willie growing up in a Flint, Mich., suburb to … with Kalitta Air, a global cargo airlines and charter air service based at Willow Run Airport near Ypsilanti, Mich. They have all had a piece in forging who Harden once was and who he has evolved into.  Along the way, he says, …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2026/11/harden

Ready for winter: What to know about WMU’s closure policy and cold-weather safety

News

… for the conditions When outdoors in subfreezing weather, always cover your head, ears and hands. Wear a scarf, … layers. It’s best to wear loose-fitting, windproof and water-resistant outer layers. Remove layers as your body … Before, During and After webpage and the National Weather Service’s Cold Weather Safety webpage . For more WMU news, …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/11/winter-closure-information-2026-27

WMU graduate student builds on 15 years of experience to advance mental health care

College of Health and Human Services

… 15 years working in the substance use field, Whitney Lewis wanted to expand her knowledge of mental health care and … with clients experiencing co-occurring disorders. "I was deeply impressed by their passion for serving … students considering WMU's College of Health and Human Services, Lewis points to the faculty as one of the …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/11/wmu-graduate-student-builds-on-15-years-experience-advance-mental-health-care

International social work exchange brings global perspectives to WMU students

College of Health and Human Services

… students firsthand insight into child welfare, family services and cross-cultural social work practice.  Students … and insights into social work practice abroad. The visit was coordinated by Christopher Hodshire, senior professional … in Vienna, Austria, gaining experience with social services in different European settings. For more than three …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/10/international-social-work-exchange-brings-global-perspectives-wmu-students

Fall career fairs are set to connect Broncos with employers hiring for internships, full-time jobs and more

News

… navigating the fair, and following up with employers afterward. Details: Tuesday, Sept. 29 , from 4 to 5 p.m. in Room … atmosphere and discuss a company’s culture, career pathways and available opportunities. Light hors d’oeuvres will … spring, representatives from Career and Student Employment Services  and the Zhang Career Center  have conversations …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/09/fall-2026-career-fairs

Professor brings national clinical supervision leadership to future counselors

College of Education and Human Development

… of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology (CECP), was recently invited by the National Board for Certified … opened her own solo private practice, Empowering Wellness Services, LLC, where she supports clients experiencing … and developmental trauma. Three-time WMU alum Amie Powers was a supervisee of Dr. Rawls and started her own private …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/11/glinda-rawls-nbcc-clinical-supervision-counselor-education

WMU welcomes 242 new international students

International Student and Scholar Services

… WMU Student Center at International Student Orientation, waving Bronco flags and the flags of their home countries.  … for student affairs and dean of students. The event was hosted by International Student and Scholar Services . Max encouraged students to remember that life is …

https://wmich.edu/international/news/2026/10/international-students-orientation-2026

Accountancy students take first place at regional competition

Haworth College of Business

… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on From left: Watkins, Ramon-Flores, Ga and Belcher KALAMAZOO, Mich.— A … master of science in accountancy students Shao Qin Ga , of Sungai Besi, Malaysia, and Kaitlyn Watkins , of Frankenmuth were part of the winning team. A …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46725

WMU student’s health care AI innovation wins $100K through Cultivate 269 pitch competition

News

… offices to pharmacies to the emergency room.   “My father always said, ‘If you can think of it, you can do it.’ And … between Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo Forward Ventures , aimed to spur creativity and … the next generation of founders.   Pitch night   Marseille was one of nine students chosen as finalists from a pool of …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/04/cultivate-269-2026-pitch-competition-winner-sam-marseille