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A future to smile about: Aviation grad on fast track to flight deck

News

… Submitted by Erin Flynn on Emily Hartzell is graduating with bachelor's degrees in aviation flight science and … are one of the first things I look at. So I thought, why not help people have a nice smile, because somebody helped … Michigan University alumnus who is now a Delta pilot, suggested visiting his alma mater. Hartzell will remain at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73692

Student Organization Center opens Aug. 14 in new WMU Student Center

WMU Student Center

… The open and inviting semi-formal space was designed with the input of students who will utilize it for the … seating, collaborative desk spaces and private rooms, all with the opportunity for personalization. It also houses … designed from the ground up with the students in mind,” notes Chris Sligh , director of the Office of Student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72373

Student awarded scholarships from pulp and paper organization

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… awards at the annual TAPPI conference and is pictured with Deanna Durham, TAPPICON’s Woman of the Year, and Maja … in both paper and chemical engineering and pursuing a minor in mathematics.  “I’m honored to receive these … “TAPPI offers me many valuable opportunities to network with other industry professionals, meet some other paper …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68502

Uncovering untold stories, traditions through the East Campus Oral History Project

University Libraries

… It's a project for people by people about people. So, it's not just about the buildings," says Cassie Kotrch , the lead … Campus oral history project incubated for several years with the staff at the Zhang before the right time, interest and talent intersected to move it forward. With support from the Friends of Historic East Campus …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71894

Foundation awards $70,000 to WMU clinic for pediatric hearing initiatives

Unified Clinics

… funding will be used to bridge the gap to provide children with accessible, comprehensive early diagnostic and rehabilitative services that may otherwise be … 1- to-3 in 1,000 infants in the United States are born with a detectable level of hearing loss in one or both ears, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74705

Alumnus surfs the turbulence to success

W Magazine

… to success Submitted by Deanne Puca on Delta pilot Steve Denomme, BS '00 DETROIT— Steve Denomme’s movie script for his … where that would take me I didn't know. I just jumped in with both feet, working my way to what interested me,” … Although he was called back to finish training, he was furloughed by Mesaba that October. He worked as an instructor …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71774

Unbridled success: Broncos take horse-racing world by storm

W Magazine

… race. "The feeling of bringing all of these people along with us for the ride and opening up this door—I can't even … the word ‘surreal’ meant before a couple of weekends ago. Now I think we can say we know what it means." FAST TRACK TO … job interview at mergers and acquisitions firm Legg Mason in Baltimore, Maryland, right after graduation. He …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71843

Emerging Scholar Awards recognize rising stars among Western faculty

News

… celebrates these rising stars in higher education annually with the Emerging Scholar Awards. Drs. Megan Grunert … the 2021-22 award recipients. “Recognizing talented and innovative young leaders with our highest early career award, the Emerging Scholar …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65743

WMU recognized for viewpoint diversity, only Michigan institution in inaugural Campus Community Network

W Magazine

… Network Submitted by Megan Looker on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With a goal to change campus culture and expand viewpoint … in Heterodox Academy’s Campus Community Network . The nonpartisan organization is dedicated to improving … through events, monthly gatherings and collaboration with leaders. Each Campus Community receives at least $3,000 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70887

Grants to WMU top $2.1 million in February and March

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… to WMU top $2.1 million in February and March Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO--Grants to Western … awards led the way, coming in at more than $1 million, with the largest a $607,807 grant from Kalamazoo Community … behavior control and social skill services to adults with developmental disabilities. Research grants accounted …

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