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From the Windy City to WMU – Brett Been Takes to the Sky

College of Aviation

… trips where kids have a chance to explore career options.  Waste of time, right? Not for Brett Been, destined to be a … a degree in aviation flight science . While his experience wasn't exactly a replica of an eighth-grade visitation, it … into the cockpit and talk to the Southwest Airlines pilots after we landed.  My mom came with me and took photos of me …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/been

Professor emerita, former AAUP president Mary Cain dies

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… and professional development, died Oct. 1 in Kalamazoo. She was 91. Cain, who retired in April 1991, was a member of the faculty for 30 years, and she … Mary Cain Widely lauded for her teaching ability and her service to the University and community, Cain was the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/10/35428

WMU to recognize top four staff members for 2011-12

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… will present its 2011-12 Annual Make a Difference Award to four staff members being honored for their exceptional service contributions. This prestigious honor is reserved … place to work and study. 2011-12 Annual Make a Difference Awardees Myra L. Currie , parking clerk in the Department of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1646

WMU geology efforts lead to national recognition, two publications

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… three of the 12 papers written by WMU authors. The volume was published April 3 . "Paleozoic Stratigraphy and … distribution of natural resources in the basin. The volume was published by GSA April 25 . Barnes Kehew says the … study the mysteries of the planet and beyond and to share scientific findings. For more WMU news, arts and events , …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/46965

Non-bargaining staffers honored at recent events

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… Western Michigan University staff members received 2012-13 awards from the Administrative Professional Association and … and professional staffers APA-eligible employees receiving awards, along with the awards earned, were: Judith Gipper , director of Dining Services, Outstanding Professional Award for service of five …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7160

Professors get $2.6 million to train English as second language learners

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… of Education's Office of English Language Acquisition has awarded a $2.6 million grant to a team of Western Michigan … WMU is the only university in Michigan among this year's awardees to obtain funding. About the project Piazza Drs. … comprehensive professional development program for both pre-service and in-service teachers. WMU pre-service teachers …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/10/43139

Kirk D. Arnold obituary

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… Western Michigan University staff member, died Oct. 3 . He was 58. Arnold, of Delton, Mich., was a custodian in building custodial and support services. He was hired in 1981 and had worked at WMU for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2226

Charlene R. Bennett obituary

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… Western Michigan University staff member, died June 9. She was 88. A former administrative assistant for more than 16 … University Programs, Bennett retired from WMU in 1979. Services There will be no service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1039

WMU researcher awarded $2.1 million to study evidence-based registers

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… WMU researcher awarded $2.1 million to study evidence-based registers … healthcare providers so they can make decisions based on scientific evidence rather than word of mouth, intuition or … has enlisted the aid of researchers at the Developmental Services Group and Rady Children's Hospital San Diego to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42896

From Rockford to Republic - Marty Coaker's Aviation Journey

College of Aviation

… Thinnes on Marty Coaker grew up in Rockford, MI.  Aviation was in his blood and he wanted to transcend the confines of gravity.  According to … as an on demand charter pilot at DET all while working ramp service for American Eagle Airlines at AZO.  I had an …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/09/coaker