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From Rockford to Republic - Marty Coaker's Aviation Journey

College of Aviation

… Thinnes on Marty Coaker grew up in Rockford, MI.  Aviation was in his blood and he wanted to transcend the confines of gravity.  According to … Graduating from Western Michigan University in 2002, Coaker set off on a new journey: full time aviation employment.  As …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/09/coaker

Global Engagement Program honors student achievement and community support

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… community impact and campus partnerships at an annual awards ceremony.   More than 160 students earned Global … receives her certificate at the Global Engagement Awards ceremony.  There are 10,000 active participants in the … were encouraged to think of global engagement as a mindset that extends into all career paths.     “There are many …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/04/gep-awards-2026

WMU Board of Trustees to meet in formal session Thursday, Dec. 4

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… Mich.—Western Michigan University’s Board of Trustees is set to convene at noon on Thursday, Dec. 4 , in the WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/12/wmu-board-meets-dec-4-2025

Head Banging with Helen Hoffman – Music Aficionado, Soon-To-Be Professional Pilot, and Student Extraordinaire

College of Aviation

… a northern suburb of Detroit.  Like many a teenager, she was uncertain of her future course in life, but she also realized that the best place to get something started was in her high school years. Hoffman and best friend, … a degree in aviation was my goal." So naturally, her sights set on the NCAA Division 1 university in southwest Michigan …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/02/hoffman

Rachel Lipscomb studies abroad twice with WMU

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… shares her experiences below. Spring 2013: Cusco, Peru   Set in the Andes, Cusco, Peru was an amazing city to travel to for study abroad. Cusco is … As a result, the classrooms were very small and there was a lot of attention given from teacher to student.   …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2014/01/rachel-lipscomb-profile

From Sweeper to Supply Chain: Wasinsky Lands Solid Aviation Career

College of Aviation

… From Sweeper to Supply Chain: Wasinsky Lands Solid Aviation Career Submitted by Tom … Michigan University’ College of Aviation, George “Chip” Wasinsky dreamed of the day his career would take off.  With … in the field of aviation, Wasinsky commented on the skill set he improved on while studying at WMU.  According to …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/03/wasinsky

Grayson's Anatomy - The Parts and Pieces of a Professional Pilot

College of Aviation

… known an industry that can get into people's blood the way aviation does,” stated Robert Six, founder of … Information! From this initial experience, young Grayson was hooked. “I was extremely curious to know how the heavy … and kept moving forward - regardless of the inevitable few setbacks. Although the shadow of doubt would occasionally …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2017/08/grayson

Candidates for associate provost for institutional effectiveness to present on campus

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… for Matuga's presentation here . Both presentations are set for 1:30 p.m. in 2720 Sangren Hall. Curricula vitae for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/01/51237

Theatre, musical performances in spotlight at medieval congress

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… by the Pneuma Ensemble and "Dulcitius, or Sex in the Kitchen" by Poculi Ludique Societas—Toronto's Pneuma … about the Roman emperor lured into carnal embrace with cookware. For additional information , visit …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/05/39852

Dunbar Hall's renovation blends legacy and innovation

College of Arts and Sciences

… Dunbar Hall The future Dunbar Hall KALAMAZOO, Mich.—A wave of excitement is building at Western Michigan … aging facility became evident, a visionary renovation plan was launched. Designed in partnership with Tower Pinkster … and research are housed. Inside Dunbar: Media suite set to revolutionize media education at Western  Inside, the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73667