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High schoolers prepare for college through WMU business simulation course

Haworth College of Business

… foundational class WMU first-year students take, adapted to fit a different schedule while maintaining college-level … challenge of keeping revenue above expenses.  “We wanted to provide the students the most realistic college … require a fair amount of effort, making it a great way to experience the expectations of a business class and …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/01/van-buren-tech-dual-enrollment-wmu-haworth

WMU alumna returns to Kalamazoo for role at Bronson and teaching position at alma mater

College of Education and Human Development

… WMU alumna returns to Kalamazoo for role at Bronson and teaching position at … fall of 2022. Sarah Price “As a senior dietetics student, I was fortunate enough to be able to spend time with a … hematology/oncology patients and says that although it was challenging work, she loved the job! In addition to her …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2022/07/sarah-price-fcs-dietetics

Engineering student awarded prestigious Department of Defense SMART scholarship

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Engineering student awarded prestigious Department of Defense SMART scholarship … Scholarship. “This award gives students a chance to not only drive engineering innovation but also protect … After graduating from Western, he will join the 771 st test squadron at Edwards as a civilian test engineer for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68119

Patrick Allen's Airlines Education - An "Intern-Tastic Experience at United Airlines"

College of Aviation

… "Intern-Tastic Experience at United Airlines" Submitted by Tom Thinnes on "Hey Patrick! Apply for this internship. If … and push your graduation date by seven months." This was, essentially, what my uncle said to me when he tried to … the two pilots worked as a crew. The two were a well-oiled machine calling for flaps, gear, and anything else they …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2017/04/allen

From co-owner to consultant to volunteer, industrial engineering alumna’s career is dedicated to data-driven solutions

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… From co-owner to consultant to volunteer, industrial engineering alumna’s … by Kayla Lambert on Amber Johnson, B.S.E'18, at the Alumni Awards with Spire Award winner Margean Gladysz, B.S.E'75, the first woman to …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/01/amber-johnson-industrial-engineer

Finance curriculum endorsed by globally recognized program

News

… on KALAMAZOO—Western Michigan University's finance program was recently accepted into the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute's University … "CFA Institute's endorsement of our finance major attests to the relevance of our program to today's investment …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9538

Military friendly programs again put Western in the national spotlight

News

… program is one of several programs on campus that have led to national and statewide recognition for WMU as a military … institutions.  The University is also continuing its Gold status from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) … Their talent and experiences matter, and the best way to thank a student veteran for their service is to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72479

WMU researchers develop framework for creating more efficient masks

News

… a home improvement project or during flu season at the doctor's office. Since then, people have bought them in bulk to … in the mask material. Their discovery could pave the way for a process to create more effective masks or make … you have when you go to make that particular sample on a machine," Durbin says. "They directly impact how your final …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64847

In Tempo: Vocal music alumni making their mark

W Magazine

… choir VOCES8 said they are “immensely privileged” to be appearing in Paul Simon’s latest album, “ Seven Psalms ,” released May 19 . A native of Detroit, Morgan studied classical and jazz singing, was involved in University Chorale and Gold Company and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72488

Shining a spotlight on senior engineering design partnership

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… on senior engineering design partnership Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.−Senior Design Conference. It’s a … and Applied Sciences’ students from all disciplines to showcase their work, share fresh perspectives and develop … of costs, and shorter lead times. Adjustable Load Testing Machine: The team engineered a testing system based on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/11/69981