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Focusing on the basics with aerospace engineer Adam Houtman

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… alumnus Adam Houtman uses to describe not only aircraft design but also something Western Michigan University's … ago—figuring out how to streamline requirements to speed up innovation is also a factor,” explains Houtman. “I see … professional pursuits. “I have learned that one has to be aggressive about continuously learning. Read a lot, seek out …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67553

Fifty years of working at WMU evokes brown, 'golden' memories

News

… N. DeRyke , director of budget, operations and service support in the Haworth College of Business, and Dr. Laurel A. … and received the Haworth College of Business' inaugural Superior Staff Award in 2011. "I'm most proud of being able … College dean until 1992. Under her 13-year tenure, WMU significantly expanded its doctoral degree programs as well …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18609

Finding an open door: Jordan Chopp’s ambition towards education

Haworth College of Business

… have a family,” he mentions. “ That said, I did a lot of group work with many wonderful people that were generally a … when it came to ensuring the academic work that the group completes is of the highest level while providing some life advice, as well.” Wrapping up his final semester at Western, Chopp will be continuing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70178

Playwrights to read at next Frostic speaker event

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https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45913

Education and human development honors alumni at 26th annual award ceremony

College of Education and Human Development

… Leadriane Roby Dr. Leadriane Roby Roby, Ph.D.'12, is the superintendent of Grand Rapids Public Schools, a position she … the district. Under Roby’s leadership, GRPS has achieved significant milestones, including record-high graduation … of the Grand Rapids Gold, an affiliate of the Denver Nuggets (NBA). As one of the founding members of the Gold, …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/09/education-human-development-cehd-alumni-awards-golden-apple-keystone-2024

Assessment conference returns for 9th year

News

… year's conference The Assessment in Action Conference is designed to provide education, resources and networking …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45214

WMU Department of Statistics becomes NISS affiliate

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… academia, industry, and governmental and national labs, to support research discussions, information dissemination, … liaison. "Inclusion in the NISS Affiliate Program opens up new developmental and collaboration opportunities, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/01/44978

University to honor its top four staffers for 2013-14

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… to help others. "I have never failed to receive support, a shoulder to cry on or a laugh from Mary Lou," one … phone callers who reach her office in error to students struggling with big as well as small problems. Summing … services area of Facilities Management. He initially was assigned to the University's East Campus and in 2010 was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/19194

Finding the next best meal: Bartek Scheibe’s road to the food industry

Haworth College of Business

… are limitless, and having a goal in mind will set him up for success. “The entrepreneurial mindset can be applied … WMU Haworth. From consumer relationships to managing and supporting a team of employees, I'm prepared for the … his time at WMU Haworth, Scheibe found a community of supporters while creating his path towards entrepreneurship. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69901

Virtual book clubs examine ethical questions on current social topics

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… justice for undeserved populations while the system is set up to ignore them. "The Moral Foundation of Politics" (2003) … of recurring health crises, and what can we learn from groups that are addressing this problem? Students are able to earn WMU Signature credit for any book club for which they attend all …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/09/61261