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Career Cruising with Kurt Kraczon – Laying the Foundation for a Successful Career in Aviation Management and Operations
College of Aviation
… by Tom Thinnes on Like for many Americans, Covid 19 did a pretty good job of "taketh away" for Kurt Kraczon, but it also did a bit of "giveth" for … that the weight was properly balanced. Later on, he was designated the safety team's "Employee of the Month," and he …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/12/kraczon
Twenty-two incoming students win $50,000 Medallion Scholarships
News
… fall. Medallion Scholarships are the highest merit-based award WMU can bestow on an incoming freshman. Valued at … He also has had a hand in the creation of theatre sets and costumes. Since 2011, Kreiner has been an active … stage managing, and has assisted in the areas of artistic design, and technical design and operation. He also led …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/08/26024
Exemplars of engaging education honored with Distinguished Teaching Award
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… Exemplars of engaging education honored with Distinguished Teaching Award Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Whether … the utmost dedication, passion, and excellence in teaching, setting a standard for us all,” says Dr. Julian Vasquez …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/whitney-decamp-timothy-palmer-dee-sherwood-named-2024-distinguished-teaching
Taboo topics course uses dialogue to break through barriers
W Magazine
… The Western Michigan University senior knew something was amiss, but didn’t expect the morning conversation to … conclusion of her Communicating About Taboo Topics course. Designed and taught by Dr. Mark Orbe , Taboo Topics relies … the context of differing racial, cultural and communicative settings. For instance, to be Black in Central and South …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59619
Not just an act: Theatre professor takes center stage
W Magazine
… Thomsen stars in the reprisal of Jeff Daniels' hit comedy, "Diva Royale," at the Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea, … Sean Carter Photography “Her comic timing is a joy to watch and her professionalism is evident in her preparation … Segrest) The comedy focuses on three Michigan moms who set off on a girls trip for the ages. With Celine Dion as …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74826
Back-to-school events planned for new and returning students
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… new and returning students will be on campus before then, settling in for a new semester, attending various events, and patronizing the WMU Bookstore and … wmich.edu/internationaladmissions . Direct questions to Wayne Bond at wayne.l.bond@wmich.edu or (269) 387-4853 or …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42123
Immersive program aims to empower next generation of science teachers
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… generation of science teachers Submitted by Erin Flynn on Diamond Norlien examines sediment from the Kalamazoo River. … to collect samples while other students from his cohort wade in the Kalamazoo River. Students collect samples from … water quality research, giving students the opportunity to design and carry out a research study, develop and teach …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64891
Incoming students win $60,000 Medallion Scholarships
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… fall. Medallion Scholarships are the highest merit-based award WMU can bestow on an incoming freshman. Valued at … as a student technician, fixing computers and projectors, setting up computer labs, and taking inventory for various … the Ridgewood Track and Field Team. In addition, Obrochta designed the T-shirts sold at one of the volleyball team's …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47899
Photo Gallery: Campus car parade shows off Bronco pride
W Magazine
… from WMU's campus car parade on Oct. 10, 2020. President Edward Montgomery and his wife, Kari, stand with the … don costumes from past productions, complete with newly designed face masks. WMU Theatre students don costumes from … alumni, judging decked-out cars and spirit zones set up by WMU organizations and departments along the way. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/62307
20 new WMU students win $50,000 Medallion Scholarships
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… fall. Medallion Scholarships are the highest merit-based award WMU can bestow on an incoming freshman. Valued at … years will receive a $4,000 Residence Hall Award to offset their 2013-14 housing costs. This year's Medallion … In addition, Brzezinski volunteered at St. Leo's Soup Kitchen and the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Macomb …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1223