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Gaining Altitude with Guadalupe Guzman Ramos – Current WMU Aviation Flight Science Student and Future Professional Pilot

College of Aviation

… Science Student and Future Professional Pilot Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Guadalupe "Lupe" Guzman Ramos has learned … in southern Florida harvesting bumper crops of tomatoes and watermelons, an occupation the now-U.S. citizen still … a flight from nearby Fort Myers to Dallas, Texas -- and he was dragged into that 2009 experience almost kicking and …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/03/guzmanramos

WMU Alumnus Breaks Ground on 48‑Unit Recovery Housing Development

College of Arts and Sciences

… Ground on 48‑Unit Recovery Housing Development Submitted by Sara Dillon on WMU Alumnus Breaks Ground on 48‑Unit … community on Kalamazoo’s east side, marking a major step forward in expanding stable, affordable housing for people … Michigan’s first drug treatment court in 1992. “Judge Schma was a pioneer in bringing the brain science of addiction …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news/2026/04/cas-groundbreaking-housing

WMU alumna receives Uganda’s Medal of Honor

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… WMU alumna receives Uganda’s Medal of Honor Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on   The Honorable Dr. Betty … of Western Michigan University’s science education program, was recognized for her work to increase educational … used to listen to the radio and tell me about all the new scientific discoveries. Her stories were so intriguing. We …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/alumna-receives-medal-honor

Free at-home COVID-19 test kits distributed throughout campus

Sindecuse Health Center

… COVID-19 test kits distributed throughout campus Submitted by Joe VanDerBos on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With generous … tests for the campus community. The tests are provided by the Health Resources and Services Administration, an … last. Visitors to Sindecuse Health Center may receive a kit by asking at the cashier station. The health center …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/09/69214

International alumna brings bold vision to Spring Gala: A full circle moment for an MBA student turned community and corporate leader

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… MBA student turned community and corporate leader Submitted by Maddie Christians on Hosted by Western Michigan … It is her third time serving in this role. “I’ve always had two hats,” Li says with a laugh. “People at work … audiences remember the story and emotion long after the music ends. Blending artistry, technology and cultural …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/04/karin-li-global-alumna

Three WMU faculty earn prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Three WMU faculty earn prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards Submitted by John Sweeney on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Three Western Michigan … where they will work in one of the world’s most dynamic scientific research hubs. Grenoble is home to several of …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/01/fulbright-scholar-awardees

Lessons Learned by Aviation Technical Operations Faculty Nate Lisak

College of Aviation

… Lessons Learned by Aviation Technical Operations Faculty Nate Lisak … trade, Nate Lisak has forged himself a productive and rewarding career as a "Tech-Ops" instructor for the WMU … to their very last summer at the College of Aviation.  Watching their confidence develop and see them move into …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/01/lisak

Rudge named College Science Teacher of the Year for ability to inspire students

College of Arts and Sciences

… of the Year for ability to inspire students Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Dr. David Rudge interacts … in common. They were made possible by science. Behind each scientific achievement, there is also a story. Named the … University College of Arts and Sciences . The annual award from the Michigan Science Teachers Association honors a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66892

VanHowe You Get Things Done! Lessons Learned and Applied by Thomas VanHowe

College of Aviation

… VanHowe You Get Things Done! Lessons Learned and Applied by Thomas VanHowe Submitted by Tom Thinnes on When things … 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.  …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/09/vanhowe

Corporate Pilot Dan Homolek - Giving Back by Going Back

College of Aviation

… Corporate Pilot Dan Homolek - Giving Back by Going Back Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Growing up in … the cloudy memories, Dan remembers knowing by 7th grade he wanted to fly as a career.  Not that the career was always his first choice.  He initially went through …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2013/06/homolek