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VanHowe You Get Things Done! Lessons Learned and Applied by Thomas VanHowe
College of Aviation
… ambassadorial duties from 2013 to 2015. The surprise is he was ever in that position in the first place. "I had a … I put the wrong telephone number on my resume. Luckily it was my grandmother's number and she was able to connect me. … took me up front to show me the cockpit and he gave me a set of wings. I thought that was the coolest thing. From …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/09/vanhowe
Speaker to discuss meshing four generations in workplace
News
… in the labor force, with each generation having a unique set of attitudes, values and work styles. During his … of Kalamazoo and Western Michigan University to heighten awareness of diversity issues in the workplace. In addition …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31220
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 … and the FTDs (Flight Training Device), which "in my opinion sets Western apart from other universities." Plus, he says, …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/been
Beauregard lauded for lifetime of achievement and service
News
… out by the YWCA of Kalamazoo for a lifetime achievement award that recognizes both her professional accomplishments … the winner of the 2012 YWCA Lifetime Woman of Achievement Award during a ceremony at the Kalamazoo Air Zoo. She is the … goals. Through her volunteer service, Beauregard has set an example for Bronco athletes to step up and serve the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/195
Kellogg Foundation is first recipient of aviation award
News
… Kellogg Foundation is first recipient of aviation award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … program to recognize diversity achievements. The event is set for 5 p.m. in the Bernhard Center Bernhard on WMU's main … emphasis is paid to priority places where there are high concentrations of poverty and where children face significant …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/336
Legendary Bronco track and cross country coach George Dales dies at 96
News
… University athletic history, died in Kalamazoo Sept. 27. He was 96. Dales was a track and field and cross country coach … sports for many years, serving as the commissioner of the Central Collegiate Conference, president of the … Greek service—at the same location. The funeral service is set for 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 2 , at Betzler, with a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42968
For virtual job interviews: Make a list, check your surroundings twice
News
… pandemic, they are learning to put their best face forward as they sit in front of a screen. Making a good … your roommate could make a cameo appearance, as was the case for graduate student Kalpesh Ghati . "My … intentional with your time, weed out what is important and set goals. If you don't know something, ask," adds Jamie …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63027
Student designs sales tool to help boost Stryker profits
News
… package goods marketing and integrated supply management, was fortunate to land a coveted internship with Stryker. But it's what she did with that rare opportunity that set her apart. Her determination earned her unexpected … and throat division. Simic, who graduates in spring 2014, was asked to design a tool to be used by the company's 150 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6422
English department faculty, students help Kalamazoo high school students write scholarship essays
College of Arts and Sciences
… the Kalamazoo Community Foundation. Photo credit: Jake Waggoner and the Kalamazoo Promise KALAMAZOO, … first time we did (the scholarship workshop) last year, it was pretty small,” says Bush. “But this year it got so much … hopes to bring his students to participate in more than one set of workshops next year. Students interested in getting …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71174
WMU-trained high school teacher clues students in to forensic science
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… scenes high school science teacher Kathy Mirakovits sets up for her students sometimes appear to be gory and are always enigmatic at initial encounter. Often, there is a … can use in any job they go on to do.” Mirakovits is an award-winning educator and teacher leader, and she has become …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46642