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

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… WMU was named the winner in the public sector category in this year's statewide competition. The names of the paper's … May 5 in a column by business writer John Gallagher . This year's winners will be honored Monday, June 10, during a … The breakfast ceremony will take place at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. Contact: Cheryl Roland May 9, 2013 …

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

Detroit entrepreneur, former trustee honored for legacy of leadership

W Magazine

… from 2016-20, honored him with a resolution recognizing his strong advocacy for young people, diversity and the … “He understood the power of higher education and used his success to help others,” the resolution stated. Pickard’s … also served as a co-managing partner of MGM Grand Detroit Casino and co-owned five Black-owned newspapers. Throughout …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/fall-2024-pickard-obituary

Six employees receive 2011-12 awards from APA-PSSO

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… staff members received 2011-12 awards from the Administrative Professional Association and Professional Support … May 17. The awards and spring luncheon, which had a casino theme this year, brings together members of the APA and PSSO …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/651

From DECA to DataDirect, George LaForce is building networks and confidence

Haworth College of Business

… From DECA to DataDirect, George LaForce is building networks and confidence Submitted by Janine … my experience to a professional setting. Last year, Madison Petroff and I placed third internationally in the Event … Competition and had the opportunity to travel to San Francisco.” LaForce built up his experience for this success …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/digital-marketing-george-laforce-deca-internship

Orion Rahjes is finding belonging and building legacy at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… Orion Rahjes is finding belonging and building legacy at WMU Haworth … on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Accountancy student Orion Rahjes is leaving their mark at Western Michigan University. The senior from Des Moines, Iowa, is creating a bright future at the Haworth College of …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/accountancy-orion-rahjes-naba-student-organizations

Veteran faculty member to address criminality of climate change

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… on Kramer KALAMAZOO—Most people would agree global warming is potentially devastating and costly. But is it a crime? An upcoming presentation being held as part … His talk is titled "Is Climate Change a Crime? Moral, Legal and Political Perspectives" and is free and open to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/09/9484

Governor appoints new members to WMU Board of Trustees

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… members to WMU Board of Trustees Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Kurtis Trevan KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Appointed by Gov. Gretchen … for the Tribal Council and as a member of the Gun Lake Casino Board of Directors. He holds a Bachelor of Business …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62619

Hustoles recognized by Michigan women's business group

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… Hustoles , Western Michigan University vice president for legal affairs and general counsel, and seven other southwest … business forum for women, for their professional accomplishments. One of WMU's two in-house attorneys, Hustoles came … later and appointed vice president in 2002. Her accomplishments include taking top honors in 2011 in the nonprofit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/222

Colorful prom planned for local senior crowd

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… in days gone by. The event, WMU's 31st annual Senior Prom, is set for Thursday, March 28 , in the Bernhard Center's … will feature red, white and blue accent colors. Senior Prom is an elegant and nostalgic evening of dancing and … p.m. Bingo will start at 5 p.m. and end at 7 p.m. while casino games will start at 6 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52450

Cybersecurity student is unlocking opportunities and finding success

Cybersecurity

… Cybersecurity student is unlocking opportunities and finding success Submitted by … version of a traditional children’s game, Capture the Flag, is an important tool for cybersecurity students and one that helped Aus Al Rasbi solidify his decision to pursue a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2025/07/aus-al-rasbi-cybersecurity