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Returning to Congo, fashion student seams learning with experience

College of Education and Human Development

… on Anaia Kassenda walks the runway during MODA's Fashion Show at the Gilmore Car Museum in 2022. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For … Congolese outfits.  "During my internship I've been working in three different positions at a tailoring house," … program is that classes get you through knowing what you're doing, but the internship makes you understand how to apply …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2024/10/fashion-student-internship-experience-congo

'Hitting the books' can improve English language teaching

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… (not verified) on The book is co-authored by Patrick T. Randolph and Dr. Paul McPherron. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Many students … the book, providing varying views on what does and doesn't work when teaching idioms as well as on which idioms are … "You don't have to say anything to the students. They know how important idioms are and they want to learn them," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23023

Operation Hat Trick scholarship supports WMU grad student and Army veteran

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… me the opportunity to still be able to attend college while working full time and taking care of my family.” She also … and wonderful about holding us accountable for our work. I loved working with them and will miss communicating … of witnessing firsthand the impact that scholarships and donations like these have on our military‑affiliated …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/02/operation-hat-trick-mandy-rodriguez

Western students partnering with MDOT on pioneering bridge project

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… Western students partnering with MDOT on pioneering bridge project Submitted by Erin Flynn on … crumbling roads and bridges and transportation networks. Research underway by Western Michigan University's … construction, installing that system and investigating how the unique concrete being used in the project will …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66486

Engineering student eases University scheduling process

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… process Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Hosam Olimat (center) works to improve scheduling of maintenance services with … several months exploring and learning the inner workings of how a University builds a campus. He has moved from the … says Olimat. “Here I start to see everything—how they do the mechanical, how they do the electrical, how they do

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/11/66213

Alumni spotlight: Phindi’s journey through WMU’s IHS Ph.D. program

College of Health and Human Services

… When Duduzile  “ Phindi ” Mashinini began searching for a doctoral program, she hoped to find a place where her … Sciences (IHS) Ph.D. program .   Throughout her coursework, Phindi discovered the value of working across … as a new mother sparked a deeper interest in understanding how families make these decisions.   Mentorship played a key …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2025/12/phindi

Cybersecurity student is unlocking opportunities and finding success

Cybersecurity

… of AI and machine learning in cybersecurity, especially how AI can improve threat detection and response in real … a career in this field demands. That goal includes coursework, co-curricular opportunities and internships. With the … hands-on labs on topics such as Linux Administration, Windows Administration and Secure Web Applications and …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2025/07/aus-al-rasbi-cybersecurity

Local insights, global impact: An MBA journey at WMU

Haworth College of Business

… by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—“Local yet global” is how Western Michigan University MBA student Steve Balaze … all types of backgrounds from across the country and world working together toward a common goal.” An Army officer in … I value her expertise and am excited for what I will do with the rest of my academic journey and career.” Learn …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/mba-steve-balaze

Western's student-run radio station earns national award nominations

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… Dillon , assistant director for student media. "They have done an amazing job in spite of the pandemic and having to do most of their work away from the actual studios. Student media is strong … work has been nominated for the IBS awards. Navigating how to run a radio station remotely has been no easy feat," …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63226

From Lake Michigan to the Skies: The Journey of Two WMU Aviation Alumni Soaring with Delta

College of Aviation

… to talk," he says, aviation "is all I have ever wanted to do.  Planes always interested me.  Growing up, we would go … out of high school, she attended MIAT full-time to complete work on an A&P (airframe and powerplant) license and worked … with flight, space and explorations.  I went to air shows, attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University summer …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/02/abuzir-quandt