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Propellers, Power-plants, and Passion: Mason Mihelich Pursues a Career in Aviation Maintenance

College of Aviation

… Taking a trip up into the clouds as a senior in high school was more than just a joy ride for Mason Mihelich.  It … of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), which was established as a national organization in … radar is a fleet-maintenance job with United Parcel Service (UPS) Worldwide.  But if competitors such as the U. …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/04/mihelich

Richard L. Hodges obituary

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… Michigan University faculty member, died Jan. 30. He was 67. Hodges, associate professor emeritus of accountancy … in 1985 and retired in 2010 after 25 years of continuous service to the University. The Kalamazoo resident served as … of Business from 1996 to 2002. His teaching expertise was in the areas of public as well as financial accounting, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/121

Western celebrates contributions of student employees with awards, appreciation week

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… Western celebrates contributions of student employees with awards, appreciation week Submitted by Erin Flynn on … specialist in Western’s Career and Student Employment Services office.    In the 2024-25 academic year, WMU … to 1 p.m . at the College of Aviation in Battle Creek.   Awards   Each year, the University recognizes exemplars in …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/04/western-celebrates-student-employee-appreciation-week-2026

Spring 2025 career fairs provide students gateway to jobs, internships

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… Spring 2025 career fairs provide students gateway to jobs, internships Submitted by Deanne Puca on … site  Handshake . WMU's  Career and Student Employment Services and the  Zhang Career Center offer advising and … 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  in the WMU Fetzer Center. It is geared toward candidates from aviation, business, health care, …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/newsspring-2025-career-internship-fairs

The Lechota Legacy - Tom and Tim Take Off with Aviation

College of Aviation

… Hank provided one of his trademarked replies, saying he was simply carrying on the “family tradition.” WMU Alumni … at the time” Lechota said. “Unfortunately, this was a civil-service job and the company received 600 applicants for one … part of the Mitten State, Lechota was hired by Kal-Aero where he spent the next six years. Starting out on …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2015/04/lechota

Learning and Leading: Global Leaders use their skills to help refugees

W Magazine

… Dykstra, left, and Haley Ritsema explored the desert in Wadi Rum, Jordan, during their study abroad experience with … program. Surrounded by the crystal blue waters of the Aegean Sea, the Greek island of Lesvos is idyllic. But … student organization focused on leadership through service. The group spent the summer volunteering in and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57378

An "AAR"guably Great Experience - Will Wales Internship with AAR Corp

College of Aviation

… An "AAR"guably Great Experience - Will Wales Internship with AAR Corp Submitted by Tom Thinnes on … AAR Corp. AAR Corp. is an independent provider of aviation services to commercial and government customers in more than … the fuselage. The Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker is a military aerial refueling aircraft capable of refueling aircraft …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/09/walesaar-0

From Success at Southwest to Directing Denver International Airport: Dave LaPorte’s Aviation Operations Pathway

College of Aviation

… Airport: Dave LaPorte’s Aviation Operations Pathway Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Dave LaPorte - Denver … Southwest announced that year it would be restarting its service in Denver, LaPorte said, "it was a big deal with … he flew," he says.  In 1976, his parents took him to an aerial display by the Air Force's Thunderbirds.  "I was …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/03/laporte

Dr. Michitoshi Soga obituary

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… University emeritus professor of physics, died March 3 . He was 86. Soga, a native of Japan, joined the physics faculty … part time as an administrative officer for what is now the Haenicke Institute for Global Education. He retired from the faculty in 1993 after 25 years of service to the University, but continued to serve as an …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5512

WMU Ethics Center announces lecture series for spring 2023

Study of Ethics in Society

… in Room 208 at the Bernhard Center. This lecture by Dr. Wa’ed Alshoubaki will discuss the ethical issues that might … and Administration. This event’s co-sponsors are the Haenicke Institute for Global Education, School of Public … Grasslands, Garbage Islands and Plastic Trees: Working Toward a Future Ecology Next up is “ Grasslands, Garbage …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70568