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Multimedia arts technology student's success amplified by 'instrumental' Western instructors
News
… his degree to work a full semester before graduation after landing a job at Yessian Music. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Music isn't just background noise or … chemistry degree at Northern Michigan University. While he was interested in the subject, it didn't really spark …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66644
Foods and history of Thanksgiving served at dinner for international students
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… University’s main campus, and Maran Subramain , who was then a graduate student working for WMU’s International … from students as they can possibly learn from me.” Showing warm hospitality and respect are what De Young considers to … ensure they will follow the fellowship’s main principles of service. “The only volunteers that we accept are those who …
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2014/11/thanksgiving-international-service
Network neuroscience: Alumnus finds career at the intersection of data science and the brain
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… of data science and the brain Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Duy Duong-Tran KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As medical … Duy Duong-Tran , who moved into the academic-research field after a pivotal conversation with College of Engineering and … than a year, I visited Dr. Butt who helped me realize I was more suited to an academic career,” says Duong-Tran. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67152
Data is only the beginning for ambitious business student
Haworth College of Business
… Collyer is passionate about the work he is doing and is always looking for new opportunities. This past summer, he got … subsidiary of Accenture, as a data engineering intern. He was originally drawn to the position because Accenture … could use it for making advantageous business decisions. After getting some practice in the industry through his …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73049
ExpressJet, Delta put aviation students on career pathway
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… ExpressJet, Delta put aviation students on career pathway Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Program allows … air carriers will put WMU students on a clear pathway to careers as commercial airline pilots. The … largest pilot-hiring boom in the history of the industry." After a period of slow industry personnel growth, it is now …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/148
Emeritus pens book about local vintage car museum
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… Lyon KALAMAZOO--Ducking into Western Michigan University's Waldo Library during a downpour 30 years ago led … Lyon to become addicted to the history of automobiles. After retiring in 1998, the WMU professor emeritus of … a second career as an automotive historian and writer. "I was crossing Western's campus between meetings. It was …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/138
Dozens of local internships up for grabs
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… students have a chance to earn a minimum of $8,000 in wages, scholarship funds and other compensation by … 43 positions are available at 33 Kalamazoo-area companies. After graduating, a number of previous interns have been … executive director of WMU's Career and Student Employment Services, notes that all of this year's internships are …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/01/104
WMU students earn top honors at national sales competition
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… in the marketing presentation category. "What a fantastic way to showcase the quality of our sales and business … the sale of auto insurance to fictional young adult buyers. After the role-plays, the top four students compete in a … amazing' Lorr's second place overall finish and individual award now make her one of the most decorated sales and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/11/11362
Former PepsiCo CEO, industry leaders to speak at Food Marketing Conference
Haworth College of Business
… entering the industry upon graduation,” says Dr. Russell Zwanka , associate professor of marketing and director of the … 10 Leadership Force Multipliers,” he is highly sought-after for sessions about leadership, trust, culture, … Coresight Research, who will detail “E-Commerce Outlook: After the Surge, What’s Next?” Presenting on the retail …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66713
Accounting student grows with the WMU Haworth community
Haworth College of Business
… I have found that there are a multitude of career pathways available that all provide unique skills and challenges … my professors and advisors at WMU Haworth. I’m looking forward to seeing where I end up professionally after I graduate.” WMU Haworth has provided Passinault with …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74754