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Mentors and memberships: Becoming an engineer and a leader

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… engineering.” She also participated in the college’s professional mentorship program , which connects students with … engineering and applied sciences alumni. “A personal, professional connection with alumni in the field has been an … continues to prosper as we both grow in our own professional lives.” Read about mentor Jason Tedrow, …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/01/news20240174502

Pilot training program recognized for excellence

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… has honored Western Michigan University's College of Aviation for excellence in pilot training. The National … programs for outstanding contributions in safety, professionalism, leadership and excellence in the field. This … through their leadership skills and advancement of a safety-first culture. This year, the association added …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53459

The Western Brass Quintet to premiere new compositions

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… Pierre Jalbert’s "Brass Quintet," commissioned as part of the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the School of Music, and Joseph Turrin’s "Quintessence," … today. The quintet is a resident faculty ensemble in the School of Music. Members include Scott Thornburg, trumpet; …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/01/4415

Alumnus to lead WMU recruitment, enrollment management efforts

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… vice chancellor for enrollment management at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, has been named Western Michigan … journey began when WMU entrusted me to conduct high school visits and recruit new students in the semester … enrollment has increased by 14 percent, and the school saw its four largest freshman classes in history, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5734

Future Broncos use talents to help frontline health care workers

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… workers Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Members of Western Michigan University’s incoming freshman class are … help people in need,” says Ryan Barker , a Wisconsin high school senior. Both he and Michael Mills , who is set to graduate high school soon in Florida, are receiving press and praise for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59007

Former Bronco star Tim Lester tapped as new head football coach

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… who comes to WMU from Purdue University, completed  a Hall-of-Fame playing career at WMU as a four-year starter at … record for a .635 winning percentage, second highest in school history. In his final season in 2012, he led the Blue … playoff appearance. It was just the third championship in school history and the first title since 1980. Lester was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/01/37472

Skyrocketing drone usage leads WMU to offer consulting service

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… Skyrocketing drone usage leads WMU to offer consulting service Submitted by Anonymous (not … on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—There's no denying the popularity of consumer drones. These off-the-shelf unmanned aerial vehicles, or UAVs, can be seen …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54032

Transfer student excels in extracurriculars and finds his fit at WMU

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Haehnel on Nate Neubauer shown in WMU's Floyd Hall, home of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences.  … Pitch Competition, an annual event where WMU and area high school students can pitch their innovative business ideas to … Pitch Competition, Neubauer says “I learned a lot of valuable things not necessarily seen in most engineering …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/05/transfer-student-finds-his-fit-neubauer

Geography program earns national excellence award

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… (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The American Association of Geographers has given its 2019 Award for Program … Excellence to Western Michigan University's Department of Geography . WMU earned the award for its Master ofof the curriculum, and systematic outreach to K-12 schools and area community colleges. In addition, AAG said …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54206

World's medievalists coming to Kalamazoo for annual congress

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… return to Kalamazoo this month for the 54th celebration of the Western Michigan University International Congress on Medieval Studies . The event, which has become a rite of spring in the Kalamazoo community, runs from Thursday, … technology to Norse mythology. Attendees will include professional scholars, most with university appointments; …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53094