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… represent opportunity, she said. Degrees are gateways to prosperity—and English is the key that opens them.   … she achieves language proficiency.  Among the attendees was Le Thi Xuan Mai , from Dong Thap province, Vietnam. Mai … group began meeting at their homes to plan curriculum, set logistics and organize field trips, he recalled. …

… mission. Bautista will be based at NASA headquarters in Washington, D.C. where he will be "managing their science … Engineering and Medicine. Bautista is most looking forward to gaining a broader perspective of the astrophysics … who plans to make an effort to carry that collegial mindset with him back at WMU. He was made a faculty fellow in …

… Dykstra, left, and Haley Ritsema explored the desert in Wadi Rum, Jordan, during their study abroad experience with … the Global Leaders program. Surrounded by the crystal blue waters of the Aegean Sea, the Greek island of Lesvos is … stretched beyond the people Echols and her classmates set out to help. "It's always valuable for the refugees …

… dad bought him a 3D printer for Christmas. "He knew I was into that type of stuff. So I used it for knickknacks … and there and just made random stuff," he says. Fast forward several years to college, when Rochowiak was a member … of a year prototyping, failing and trying again. Using the set of skills and knowledge base he built in his academic …

… From breakaways to business: The Slukynsky brothers’ Frozen Four … the Frozen Four, Grant and Hampton Slukynsky are skating toward success with Bronco pride. Grant Slukynsky brings his … drive to the rink and the classroom. “I’ve developed a mindset focused on preparation, teamwork and finding ways to add …

… time, 88% are in jobs they love related to their degree. "I was fortunate enough to be a part of the paper engineering … my professional and technical skills. They certainly helped set me above the rest when it came to securing a job, and … had during my experiences were invaluable." Dezmond Stover was excited to jump into his career in aviation operations …

… Education and Human Development hosts 27th annual Alumni Awards Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … Drs. Tasia Fields and Andrew Rynberg with Golden Apple Awards, Lindsey Hemmerlein with a Keystone Early Career … of football is transformative. As head coach of the Massachusetts Pirates, he led the newly formed team to a 11-5 …

… Miles, Zeng honored with Distinguished Service Awards Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Drs. Ann … with Western Michigan University's Distinguished Service Award during a ceremony Thursday, Oct. 7 . “One of higher … service and visionary leadership make her an invaluable asset to Western and the community. Even during the height of …

… right, got a special, behind-the-scenes tour of Washington, D.C. thanks to alumna Julie Shroyer, B.S.W.'87, … calls visiting the White House "a 'wow' moment." "Going to Washington to meet a senator, legislators and other leaders; …

… Programs. In addition, the event will include a book swap and a chance to donate items to the Kalamazoo Literacy … are: Feb. 2—"Music Therapy: The Rhythm of Recovery," Dr. Edward A. Roth , professor of music and director of the music … in the half-day OLLI Healthy Living Conference set for Wednesday, May 2 , in WMU's College of Health and …