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Herbert "Herb" E. Ellinger obituary
News
… of transportation technology, died Thursday, May 25 . He was 96. Herb Ellinger Ellinger came to Kalamazoo in 1942 as a flight instructor during World War II, joining what was then Western Michigan College in … Ellinger filled a variety of roles at WMU over 41 years of service. A former aircraft mechanic, he taught vocational …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41022
Nerves of steel prevail as WMU sales students win big at Steel City Sales Challenge
Haworth College of Business
… while learning and gaining confidence,” says Nielsen. “I watched them bond as a team. They helped and supported one … worked very hard, and made great memories. They all took away something from the competition that they can highlight … car dealership who were searching for a different financial services provider. The students then introduced them to Ally …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/steel-city-sales-challenge-2025
Welcome home returning soldiers Saturday
News
… will speak. The national anthem will be sung by Chief Warrant Officer 5 Rhea Pruett. Several other elected officials are invited to attend. The service members will arrive at 2 p.m. at the Gerald R. Ford …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5443
Getting in the game: WMU expert discusses Super Bowl advertising in 2021
Haworth College of Business
… spend on Super Bowl advertising to coronavirus vaccination awareness efforts. Can you comment on this approach? … donate it to the Ad Council. The Ad Council will run public service announcements encouraging the population to get … a model who diffuses a standoff at a protest, patterned after Black Lives Matter, simply by offering a police …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/01/63006
From Northside to North Star—Alumna guides community to more equitable future
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… who’ve inspired change, pushed boundaries and paved the way for so many. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As a little girl growing … cosmic aspirations were quickly jolted back to Earth soon after she started. "My freshman year I quickly realized how … her professional prowess rising through the ranks at Legal Services of South Central Michigan, finding purpose in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66942
Education's newest leaders: WMU launches Michigan's first collegiate FCCLA chapter
College of Education and Human Development
… have advanced levels of professional development, community service and networking for members to have careers lined … on topics related to the club. "We're also looking forward to being mentors for high school students as they …
https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/02/fccla-michigan-first-college-chapter-fcs-cte
Transfer student marches toward success at WMU Haworth
Haworth College of Business
… Transfer student marches toward success at WMU Haworth Submitted by Janine Adamski on … a strong community and future. Coming from GRCC, Reale was looking for a place to learn and grow as both a student … I had to do to transfer my community college credits. Even after I began classes, I had meetings to discuss my plan to …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/sales-business-marketingdominic-realebmb
20 incoming students win $60,000 Medallion Scholarships
News
… fall. Medallion Scholarships are the highest merit-based award WMU can bestow on an incoming freshman. Valued at … scholarships were established. These students were selected after competing for the awards in the 34th annual Medallion … class; and was a member of the German Club. His community service activities included singing carols at retirement …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/07/41400
College of Arts and Sciences alumni recognized for achievements
College of Arts and Sciences
… Sciences is proud to announce the 2025 Alumni Achievement Award winners and to celebrate the outstanding contributions … and mission-driven leader, she is passionate about public service, innovation and empowering women in leadership. … an active community volunteer, supporting youth education, music and sports programs in New Mexico, where he lives with …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2025/10/aaa-awards-news
Trustees approve retirements of numerous faculty and staff members
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… Holmes , custodian in building custodial and support services, 19 years, effective March 31, 2013 Janet G. … 13 years, effective Jan. 8, 2013 Dianne Town , food service stockperson, Valley 1 Dining Service, 16 years, effective Jan. 4, 2013 Nancy S. Wilson , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3400