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College of Aviation's 75th anniversary celebration peaks in October

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… program at a Michigan public university. Its 750 students can earn bachelor's degrees in aviation flight science, … from nations around the world as well as several airlines with which the aviation college has "bridge" agreements that … mechanics. "We're not only a beacon for new generations of young people seeking satisfying career paths, we're also a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19950

Gala celebration to mark 75 years of aviation education at WMU

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… Airport, 237 N. Helmer Road in Battle Creek. It will begin with a social hour at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m. … program at a Michigan public university. Its 750 students can earn bachelor's degrees in aviation flight science, … mechanics. "We're not only a beacon for new generations of young people seeking satisfying career paths, we're also a …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/19708

WMU's Seita program named finalist for national higher ed award

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… Scholars program, which provides the support needed to help young people who have aged out of the foster care system … degree completion efforts among its membership and with external audiences. Additionally, APLU President Peter … to achieving our national goal of 60 percent of adult Americans holding a bachelor's degree by 2025. Meeting that goal …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/08/42136

WMU nursing students lead hospital study that could change future of pressure-wound monitoring

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… Le are making an impact at Ascension Borgess Hospital with a project for their nursing leadership and management … system. Students learn charting skills and interact with patients while conducting the IPUP Survey. KALAMAZOO, … risk factors for ulcers. But scoring is subjective and can vary depending on who is filling out the chart. The …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75334

Revising approaches to reduce vehicle accidents

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Masterson, Dr. Zachary Asher and Eugene Tye. Students with disabilities shuttle  Putting its Chip-Enabled Raised … on campuses and similar locations.     As the name suggests, Revision Autonomy is committed to change. … fully autonomous vehicles, once developed, will significantly reduce accidents,” says Dr. Zachary Asher , …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/11/revising-approaches-reduce-vehicle-accidents

Global firm to open North American headquarters at BTR Park

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… Global firm to open North American headquarters at BTR Park Submitted by Anonymous (not … the first company to use the park to establish a North American presence. FAiST Light Metals FAiST Light Metals opened … have been preparing for the launch of the new location with a hiring initiative to identify both new engineering …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/05/23569

Welcome activities planned for start of fall semester

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… Saturday, Aug. 25 . They continue until Saturday, Sept. 8 , with WMU's One Stop Center, Graduate Student Resource Fair, … at designated times throughout the day on Friday, Aug. 24 , with floor meetings at night. Fall Welcome and Move-in … games, music and more than 450 booths, where students can peruse the wares of area merchants and get information …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/08/48254

Propellers, Power-plants, and Passion: Mason Mihelich Pursues a Career in Aviation Maintenance

College of Aviation

… a career path.  A major in aviation technical operations with a plan to add a business minor, Mihelich undertook no … as a middle schooler anticipating a visit to the Grand Canyon.  It wasn’t until years later when, as a Westminster … 172 crystalized this thought -- an experience "way up here" can lead to a career "way down there."  Mihelich reviewing …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/04/mihelich

WMU part of state effort to boost student success in high-risk courses

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… rates. The goal is to have students who typically struggle in these courses more prepared to complete them and … and improve on teaching and learning outcomes associated with these courses, we ensure a more engaged and supportive … historically underrepresented backgrounds. At WMU, students can receive academic support in six challenging …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/12/36877

Graduate success reaches all-time high at WMU

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… to Western Michigan University and the experience I had with my fellow students and professors opened my eyes and my … is a place to become, we mean it's a place to prepare for your future," says President Edward Montgomery . "These data … internships to extracurricular experiences that help shape you as a professional and a person and it is recognized by …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57465