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Out-of-this-world internship launches alum toward astronaut goal
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… student took that literally. "My ultimate goal is to become an astronaut," says Jacob Ganzak , who took a giant … says. "But that's the best way to learn—to get thrown into it." The bulk of Ganzak's research at White Sands … with NASA, this time at Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida. It put him in the center of the space …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/53872
Dell financial executive to present business college talk
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… on Sweet KALAMAZOO—A financial expert for Dell will be featured in the next Western Michigan University … Wednesday, Oct. 16 , in 2000 Schneider Hall. The talk will be followed by a question-and-answer period. Thomas Sweet … than 100,000 people worldwide. The company is integrated into more than 400,000 classrooms around the globe and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9971
WMU administration to launch employee engagement survey
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… survey next week that will help its senior leaders better understand employees' work experiences and measure … password information allowing eligible participants to log into the survey at any time 24 hours a day, seven days a … Confidential and anonymous To ensure employees provide candid feedback, participation in the survey is confidential …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/03/52385
Event management alum brings first-of-its-kind tater tot festival to Grand Rapids
College of Education and Human Development
… tater tot festival to Grand Rapids Submitted by Chris Hybels on Kendall Soto KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Get ready to embark on … tater tot festival to Grand Rapids, Michigan. Attendees can anticipate sampling a diverse array of dishes at the … potatoes are one of the most versatile food items that you can really do anything with, and it's someone's favorite in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74872
Kalamazoo Literacy Council, WMU celebrate 10th annual literacy symposium
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… educators, volunteer tutors, students and community members who are passionate about advancing literacy for all. … collaboration, providing attendees with valuable insights into the world of adult education. The Edison: “EDucation IS … a photo and art exhibit plus exciting updates on significant outcomes achieved during the past year through the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73301
Marketing grad finds avenue to follow passion for diabetes advocacy
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… Marketing grad finds avenue to follow passion for diabetes advocacy Submitted by Erin Flynn on Taylor Ernst's … she had type 1 diabetes. "I was diagnosed so young that I can barely remember what it was like to not take an insulin … wanted to pursue a career related to business that leaned into her networking skills, so she enrolled in some sales …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75820
Behind-the-scenes New York Fashion Week experience solidifies future for Western fashion design student
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… Behind-the-scenes New York Fashion Week experience … an immersive look at the fashion industry, including entry into select runway shows, panel discussions and networking … skills." LeKander designed a "zero waste" skirt that can be made out of a twin XL bed sheet. Knowing most college …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71033
Mentorship, experiential learning help students thrive at Western, land jobs post-graduation
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… students. A recent report shows 93% of alumni who graduated between August 2020 and June 2021 have jobs or are … were invaluable." Dezmond Stover was excited to jump into his career in aviation operations after graduating in … are, get them meaningful experiences along the way so they can try things out," says Dr. Edwin Martini , vice provost …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67244
Physics alumnus journeys from space dreams to quantum realities
College of Arts and Sciences
… and computational nuclear physics. Hlatshwayo's journey has been one of curiosity ignited by a childhood fascination … Elena Litvinova , Hlatshwayo's doctoral dissertation delved into on non-perturbative dynamical kernels, essential in … Western’s physics department. Thanks to his work, my group can build on it and continue the quantum computing research …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73965
Western's Cold Case Program helps crack second case
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… Mich.—For 35 years, the family of Cathy Swartz has been searching for answers in the young mother's murder. … along with forensic genetic genealogy to identify Robert Waters as Swartz's accused killer. Officers arrested … student from Niles, Michigan. "Before I was accepted into the program I wanted to go into social work. But after …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71545