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Trevor Block: The MBA offers a higher degree of experience
Haworth College of Business
… in the transformative impact that a college education can have on a person’s life.” Block is responsible for … looking to make a career change. “This program teaches you how to become an organizational leader, and how to think … environment and the world at large. This lesson has stayed with me as I consider the impact of environmental, social …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/08/trevor-block-mba
Students, employees encouraged to participate in COVID-19 screening events
News
… smooth. The students are ready to go. They're coming in with their screening badge, they're ready to show it. So, … student is tested by a Sindecuse staff member. "That way we can capture those close contacts of that person who's … to ensure the health of everyone around him. "I know I'm young and it might not affect me as much as it would others, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/08/60914
Passion for helping drives family studies graduate's success
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… Valeria Marin has always been passionate about working with kids. She treasures the memories she's collected from … my values, and I think Western is definitely a place where you can go and thrive." Marin grew up going to Camp Blodgett, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62463
Faculty support key to cybersecurity student's goals
Cybersecurity
… during his time in the program has been in the classroom with Dr. Alan Rea , professor of business information … and reach out to their professors early on and ask how they can become more active in the program.” Through these … love to work for a company whose purpose I truly value.” You can follow Breadon’s career on LinkedIn For more …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73209
Volunteer experience feeds student's passion to help others
News
… need in the Kalamazoo area when she started volunteering with Meals on Wheels . "One of the seniors I met is … helps us connect." Moments like that are life lessons you wouldn't expect to get from a business class. But … your community is something everyone should experience. You can take it and apply it to any of your jobs; caring about …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53331
Engineering student's research aims to drive in-motion wireless charging for electric vehicles
News
… the cleaner mode of transportation, however. Cold weather can negatively impact battery life and reduce the vehicle's … an electric vehicle takes a lot of time to charge. So if you can make something like a grid line underneath the road, … electricity to the car and it can run thousands of miles without even stopping," Marsad says—an enticing concept with …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/11/62188
Reading, writing and reflecting on service learning
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… McGrath isn't like most. "I loved getting a chance to work with kids," says McGrath, an honors student from Canton who is majoring in food and consumer package goods … Kalamazoo . The nonprofit "exists to celebrate and amplify youth voices through the cultivation of reading and writing …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53333
Lillie Foland is a project prodigy
Haworth College of Business
… Michigan, native has proven herself a remarkable individual with a knack for engaging her community. Lillie Foland … business student is that the most growth comes from pushing yourself away from what you’re used to,” she says. “I would … professional.” To follow Foland’s future projects, you can connect with her on LinkedIn . For more WMU news, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71275
Internship helps brew exciting career now on tap for student
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… Valley Community College's sustainable brewing partnership. With the help Dr. Marcel Zondag, associate professor of … to recognize the importance of experiential learning. "When you find what you want to do, stick to it and make sure you … all your effort into it, getting as much experience as you can," says Taylor. "Who you know is important. Use the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53045
The Perfect Landing for Eli Lantz – WMU’s College of Aviation
College of Aviation
… in aviation management and operations , complementing that with a minor in general business. "When I learned that … Student Association, and the WMU chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives . Add to that … William Homan and featuring a hands-on learning approach. "You get to create and run your own airline," Lantz says. "I …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/09/eli-lantz