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Supply chain student earns prestigious industry scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… at the National Retail Federation (NRF) University Case Competition, months of work came down to one high-stakes moment. They became national … says Xospa. "I've always been drawn to dynamic environments where no two days are the same, and supply chain provides …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/xospa-supplychain-transportationclubscholarship-2025

Missionary Magic – Tommy Pagawak’s Path from New Guinea to WMU

College of Aviation

… Missionary Magic – Tommy Pagawak’s Path from New Guinea to WMU Submitted by Tom … specifically the western province known as Papua. His home community is Sentani. Serving that part of Earth is the Sentani International Airport near where he lived and the Papua Adventist Academy where he went …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/12/pagawak

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

College of Aviation

… From Success at Southwest to Directing Denver International Airport: Dave LaPorte’s … Western's program in aviation technology with a dream of becoming a professional pilot.   "As luck would have it," he … 1980s and early '90s.  There were unemployed pilots everywhere and I realized that I would not be able to compete …

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

New engineering and applied sciences faculty usher in a bright future

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… seeking funding and leading a powerful new generation into the workforce. Seven of these newcomers share their research and the ways in which their … “My role is to identify interdisciplinary projects where our faculty can team–up, and where their expertise is …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/new-faculty

CHHS marks 50 years with yearlong celebration

College of Health and Human Services

… , marking five decades of preparing leaders, strengthening communities, and advancing health and human services across Michigan and beyond.   This milestone year highlights CHHS’s legacy of connection, impact and … history fills us with immense pride, but looking ahead at where we are going is absolutely exhilarating,” says Dr. …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2026/07/chhs50

“Say yes to opportunities”: Desiree Krawczyk on growth and grit at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… “Say yes to opportunities”: Desiree Krawczyk on growth and grit at … practice with her work at  Bronconess Wine , a student-run company at WMU. “One of my most rewarding experiences has … Services Association as the internal relations officer, where I serve as the main source of contact for students in …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/finance-leadership-business-strategy-desiree-krawczyk-bronconess

Fighting fast fashion on the fast track to a career

News

… Fighting fast fashion on the fast track to a career Submitted by Erin Flynn on Julia Adams, a social … brand Plannett Gunnett, is helping the purpose-driven company expand its reach online. KALAMAZOO, Mich. —“ There’s no Planet B,” reads …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/broncos-lead-internship-julia-adams-social-media-sustainability-fashion

From Geology to Aviation Business – William Walles Crafts a Career with United Airlines

College of Aviation

… From Geology to Aviation Business – William Walles Crafts a Career with … of Aviation Information Walles grew up in The Woodlands, a community of about 114,000 located 28 miles north of … majors and have never looked back."  It was "back home" where he got his first real-world experience in his newly …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/05/walles

From Geology to Aviation Business – William Walles Crafts a Career with United Airlines

College of Aviation

… From Geology to Aviation Business – William Walles Crafts a Career with … of Aviation Information Walles grew up in The Woodlands, a community of about 114,000 located 28 miles north of … majors and have never looked back."  It was "back home" where he got his first real-world experience in his newly …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/05/walles-0

Mott Just Another Typical Pilot - Nicole's Journey to the Left Seat

College of Aviation

… Mott Just Another Typical Pilot - Nicole's Journey to the Left Seat Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Mott and Capt. … College of Aviation Dean The thrill of piloting is to be in command -- to be the one behind the controls, calling out … aircraft and received a quality education that got me to where I am now.” WMU gave Mott many great memories. “I had a …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2018/01/mott