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Three football Broncos earn chance to compete at next level

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… dreams to the next level. Senior center John Keenoy signed a free agent contract with the Minnesota Vikings. … in the NFL," Lester says. "The Browns understood his huge upside as he moves positions heading into the next level." … flexibility," says Lester. "He can play with his hand up or down. The Raiders will have a special skill set to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/53175

Preston Koslakiewicz’s call to service

Haworth College of Business

… on his major in personal financial planning.  “I have always had a heart for helping others and wanted my career to … first, and because of that, I knew this major was designed for me.” Koslakiewicz's leadership skills have not … attention to detail in all that he does and have looked up to him as an example of what I strive to be.” After …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69891

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 … and most distinct parts, then act on those. This has always been vital in solving complicated problems that come … ago—figuring out how to streamline requirements to speed up innovation is also a factor,” explains Houtman. “I see …

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

Western supports new Grand Rapids scholarship recipients

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… Western supports new Grand Rapids scholarship recipients Submitted by … for expenses. In addition, students at Union will have an assigned admissions counselor to help them with the admissions … Student Transitions ,  Student Success Services  and  WMU Signature . "We are excited to welcome GRCF Challenge …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63159

WMU lands four on Academic All-MAC gymnastics team

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… 17 were 3.7 or higher, and 13 gymnasts had GPAs of 3.5 or better. The Academic All-MAC honor is for a student-athlete … as the MAC Championships. Buis finished first or runner-up on vault in all six MAC meets, winning four. She was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/05/15953

Olivia Bainbridge finds the balance in business law

Haworth College of Business

… legal world, Bainbridge is fine-tuning her craft in many ways.  “As a business student at WMU, I’m not just taking … until they are in law school. The program allows me to be better prepared to enter law school and, ultimately, my … that I have an interest in—particularly sports. I grew up an athlete, and I love sports in general, so being able …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69629

First students in Multimedia Arts Technology program to graduate

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… computerized enhancement tool that trains the human ear to better recognize and identify frequencies. About the program … "We have students who are interested in doing sound design that goes with video. We have students who want to be … out majoring in mechanical engineering. But music has always held its sway. He has played music since he was 4 and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/04/31952

WMU partners with Benton Harbor schools to boost student achievement

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… verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Under a five-year agreement signed this week , leaders of Benton Harbor Area Schools … Western Michigan University school-reform experts to support the K-12 district's efforts to boost student academic … professional development for teachers and recruit and train up a cadre of additional highly qualified professionals to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/11/50367

WMU Sky Broncos qualify for national competition

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… Sky Bronco Head Coach Ryan Seiler, this year's team is made up largely of new pilots, having lost to graduation numerous … the regional event included a Top-Scoring Male Contestant designation won by Joseph Batchelder of Grand Haven and second … in the Top Scoring Female Contestant ranking won by Elizabeth Bates of Plymouth, Mass. The Sky Broncos are coached by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2312

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute appoints new director

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… which is a University-based, community volunteer program designed for learners age 50 and above. Dr. Toni … replaces the retiring Shirley Swanson who is wrapping up a five-year term as director. Swanson's leadership played … stints as the director for Upward Bound at WMU with time between the two spent as a research associate for Science …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52789