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A Career Couple: Karleigh Pleyer and Mitch Whitcomb Climb the Ranks as Professional Pilots

College of Aviation

… fight instructors for Superior Aviation Gateway, which is based at the executive airport serving the Tampa, Fla., … many women becoming pilots.  But after thinking a lot about what I wanted to do after high school, I decided to go … able to take my family along on flights.  I can show them what I do every day."  Other than the enjoyment of screaming …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/11/karleighandmitch

Culture, Communication and Community Development in Tanzania: A transformative study abroad experience

Study Abroad

… Mich. “To pinpoint just one memory feels impossible, but what stuck with me most was how incredibly kind and … of Communication in the College of Arts and Sciences, this three-credit summer course immerses undergraduate and …   “Understanding that there is so much more around you than what you can physically see or interpret is a huge reason …

https://wmich.edu/studyabroad/news/2025/11/tanzania

Bound for success: College of Education and Human Development’s book sale smashes fundraising goals

College of Education and Human Development

… Education and Human Development’s book sale smashes fundraising goals Submitted by Chris Hybels on Buster Bronco signed books throughout the Blind … date with a book concept makes it easier because you know what the core fundamentals [are] without focusing on titles …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/11/college-education-human-development-book-fundraiser-children-literacy

Getting career-ready during a pandemic

News

… do you prepare for your career when in-person contact is no longer an option? That is a question that many … support of students during this transition has been just what we needed.” While economic and hiring uncertainties are … around its Business Externship Program—one of the single biggest career exploration opportunities that students early …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58851

Aviation, Broncos, and Cars – Brayden Broad’s Aviation Maintenance Career is Set to Go Far!

College of Aviation

… and Cars – Brayden Broad’s Aviation Maintenance Career is Set to Go Far! Submitted by Tom Thinnes on WMU College of … College of Aviation Information The thrill of Oshkosh and what Broad witnessed there has stayed with him.  What hasn't … and helpful in every way," Broad says.  "Whenever I'm struggling with just about anything, there is always someone on …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/02/broad

Staff Spotlight: Anthony Smith – From Student Technician to IT Specialist

Information Technology

… Anthony Smith – From Student Technician to IT Specialist Submitted by Gary Barton on Jump on any opportunity that … If you see a job that interests you, apply—you never know what might happen. — Anthony Smith Meet Anthony Smith , one of the dedicated Help Desk Specialists at Western Michigan University’s Office of Information …

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/11/anthony-smith-it-staff-highlight

Building a future defined by connection and purpose

Haworth College of Business

… purpose Submitted by Janine Adamski on KALAMAZOO, Mich.— “What excites me the most about accounting is the varied job opportunities available in any industry … College . You never know where life will take you, or what surprises are ahead of you. I strongly feel that you …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/accountancy-michael-andres-naba-nontraditional-student

Equipped with a WMU engineering degree, Jim Castellano takes on the automotive world

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… and Hitachi Astemo Americas President and CEO Tim Clark visited campus in May 2023 and took a tour of Floyd Hall. … industry. I also believe in the concept of payback and what better way to do this than supporting the university … alongside so many great people at two great companies." What advice would you give young Broncos, preparing to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73471

Cultivating community: WMU Future Teachers of Color partners with Parchment Public Schools for Halloween event

College of Education and Human Development

… Public Schools for Halloween event Submitted by Chris Hybels on Students from the Kappa Delta Chi Sorority … , president of Future Teachers of Color. "We didn't know what to expect being the first year, but now that we know … for a couple of years, so it is nice to be able to see what there is around you and know that there are a lot of …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/10/future-teachers-color-education-halloween-event-wmu-organizations-greek

Governor appoints new members to WMU Board of Trustees

News

… members to WMU Board of Trustees Submitted by Paula M. Davis on Kurtis Trevan KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Appointed by Gov. Gretchen … for the Tribal Council and as a member of the Gun Lake Casino Board of Directors. He holds a Bachelor of Business …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/12/62619