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The ABCs of Braden Wilson: Aviation, Broncos, and Camaraderie

College of Aviation

The ABCs of Braden Wilson: Aviation, Broncos, and … phase of his existence while navigating a course aimed at career success once the higher-education chapter of life ebbs … principles into one big picture.  I can't wait to apply what I learned in the real world.  It was also fun being the

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/01/braden

From Taipei to the Skies: The Inspiring Journey of SkyWest Captain Po Hsien 'Johnny' Chen

College of Aviation

… From Taipei to the Skies: The Inspiring Journey of SkyWest Captain Po Hsien … the globe -- meet Po Hsien "Johnny" Chen, whose roots are in Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan, and who ended up … due to the demanding work schedule of my parents, I was somewhat attuned to leaving my home country alone at the age of

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/01/chen

Strengthening Global Engagement Amid Global Challenges

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Strengthening Global Engagement Amid Global Challenges Submitted … of enrollment data and meeting with campus partners to share what we found. This summer, WMU will, for the first time, …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/04/global-education-2026

WMU business college receives largest philanthropic gift in its history

Haworth College of Business

… by Stacey Lowis on A $17 million gift was announced from The Stan Lucas Trust. The gift will support … literacy education; and enhanced opportunities for student career readiness and professional communication. President … and the connection between alumni and students are what led to the largest gift in the college’s history.   Dan …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/04/largest-gift-haworth-college-business-lucas-trust

WMU Alumnus Breaks Ground on 48‑Unit Recovery Housing Development

College of Arts and Sciences

… partners, including Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer,  gathered at 333 E. Alcott St. to break ground on the project, … nearly a decade of persistence, collaboration and belief in what stable housing can make possible. “This is intended to … Lakes, and Energy to complete environmental cleanup $1.05 million in loans approved by the Kalamazoo City Commission …

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

Open-Minded Olivia Arnold - Stepping Out of Her Comfort Zone, Pursuing Her Passions and Taking to the Sky

College of Aviation

of Her Comfort Zone, Pursuing Her Passions and Taking to the Sky Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Many are the reasons for why prospective students choose the … different?  Almost forgetting about the survey, she was somewhat surprised a few weeks later to see her name on a list …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/11/arnold

Aviation the Apogee Way: Pascal Paffhausen and Austin Harper are the Dynamic Duo

College of Aviation

… Aviation the Apogee Way: Pascal Paffhausen and Austin Harper are the … he turned 21, which also meant that he was limited as to what he could pilot.   In some aspects, there is a need to …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/01/apogee-0

A Tailgate with Tesla comes to campus

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Mich.—Recruiters from Tesla Inc. will be on campus for the first time during A Tailgate with Tesla event on … Kyle Liechty , B.S.'10 and talent partner at Tesla, shared some insights into the goal of the event and the … perspective to the mix.” a Tailgate with Tesla Q&A Q: What is the goal of the Tailgate with Tesla program? A; The

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69782

Out of this Earth: Margo Vriesinga Reaches for the Stars with Virgin Galactic

College of Aviation

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2018/03/vriesinga

Rising Above – Rachel Tuit’s Turn to Transform the World of Aviation

College of Aviation

… Rising Above – Rachel Tuit’s Turn to Transform the World of Aviation Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Rachel … who shepherd potential students on tours as they check out what Western has to offer.  Request College of Aviation … As a junior, she took part in the first Women's Aviation Career Symposium .  Along the way, she met a "WASP," a member …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/02/tuit