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From Sweeper to Supply Chain: Wasinsky Lands Solid Aviation Career

College of Aviation

… Wasinsky dreamed of the day his career would take off.  With a solid aviation blood line, Wasinsky was destined to … for 30 years, his grandfather piloted for Frontier and American Airlines after serving in the navy.  “For me, it was a … many obstacles and challenges they encountered as they struggled to bring the aircraft to fruition.” Time spent at …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/03/wasinsky

Wellness coach, nurse to speak at Keystone Series breakfast event

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… Table.” The event is free and open to the public and begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (269) 387-5050 or at … goals and address issues such as obesity and stress that can lead to serious problems. Her interest in helping people …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/10410

Fostering success of STEM transfer students at WMU is focus of nearly $1M NSF grant

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… and all of these freshman orientation things, but when you show up in January as a sophomore or as a junior, there … among transfer students. "This project is strongly aligned with our college's commitment to support a diverse group of … more connections so that when they graduate, they hopefully can find a really fulfilling job," says Kowalske. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61436

Global water supply crisis informs research of WMU professor named American Association of Geographers Fellow

School of Environment, Geography and Sustainability

… supply crisis informs research of WMU professor named American Association of Geographers Fellow Submitted by Anonymous … “I observed higher crop yields and incomes for villagers with irrigated cropland than those in identical rainfed … program, one of my professors stated that ‘As a professor, you have to profess in your field.’ That statement led me to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/66997

WMU finance students gain new tools through Bloomberg partnership

Haworth College of Business

… partnership Submitted by Stacey Lowis on WMU students can access Bloomberg Terminals in the Greenleaf Trust … Partner status illustrates our focus on linking theory with practice," says Dr. Matt Ross , assistant professor of … forward to further growing the ways Bloomberg technology can be incorporated into the curriculum. "We are proud to be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52733

Bolstered by impactful experiences, 94% of recent Western grads securing jobs, furthering education

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… Whirlpool, Bronson Healthcare, Ascension Michigan, Duncan Aviation and many school districts across Michigan.  … education we provide but also the depth of our partnerships with distinguished employers across Michigan. These … and well-being. "At Western, the professors care about you as a person," says geography and philosophy alumnus …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75483

Alumna’s HBO documentary shines light on medical errors

College of Arts and Sciences

… HBO documentary chronicling Steve Burrows ' mother, Judie, within a healthcare system that, in their eyes, “didn’t … the damage that was done to us and to my mother-in-law, we can help others. That’s been huge for both of us.” The … says Burrows. “We're trying to show the good and the bad, you know, the whole spectrum of things. Because we are all …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74265

Miller Auditorium announces 2013-14 season

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… to all four PNC Broadway in West Michigan Series shows, with an optional add-on of "Hello, Dolly!" and "Rock of … life. Come meet the family. We'll leave the lights off for you. "Mamma Mia!" Dec. 10-11, 7:30 p.m.—The ultimate … including "Don't Stop Believin'," "We Built this City" and "Can't Fight this Feeling." Set in 1987 on the Sunset Strip, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6864

Dance students join pros for Chicago performance

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Students practice with DanceWorks professionals KALAMAZOO—Seven Western … "Eat to the Beat" lunchtime brown-bag series. Patrons can purchase box lunches from the theater or bring their own lunch. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at harristheaterchicago.org or …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/47

Broncos take first place in inaugural Air Race Classic Derby

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… Airport (in Dayton, Ohio)," says Acosta, who graduated with a degree in aviation flight science in 2020 and … that trains pilots to be the most precise and accurate they can be, regardless of whether it is a competition or not." … Delta or United. "(Western) does a great job of preparing you for what it will be like as a professional pilot, as …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65143