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Finding an open door: Jordan Chopp’s ambition towards education

Haworth College of Business

… by Amy Coughenour on Jordan Chopp KALAMAZOO, Mich.—With time, the perfect opportunity will show itself when least … he decided to take a chance on education again and found what he was most passionate about. “During my time at … the department and learned more about what human resources does. It immediately captured my interest, and I knew that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70178

Historic $100M fund launched by WMU faculty to pioneer place-based investment and Experience-Driven Learning

Haworth College of Business

… Experience-Driven Learning Submitted by Stacey Anderson on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer speaks at Portland Products where … bold entrepreneurs ... this really tells the story of what’s possible when we work together—when we put the best … Kevin Dalmasi from Grand Rapids, Michigan, seconds that sentiment. "The leadership and business strategy program has …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/sleeping-giant-capital-historic-fund

Teacher, influencer joins Grow Your Own program to support multilingual students

College of Education and Human Development

… years of my career, I would try to do weekly vlogs to recap what I was doing in the classroom. It was a really honest … country who have experienced similar challenges.    "Sometimes with teaching it can be very solitary. I'm in this … videos that are created for kids on YouTube, like what does a fire station look like, what is the process of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75881

Hands-on experiences put engineering grad in driver's seat for career opportunities

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… for career opportunities Submitted by Erin Flynn on Noah Gould, who is graduating with a bachelor's degree in … Bronco Racing Formula SAE team—helped him secure a full-time job at Plascore in Zeeland, Michigan, as a … built and tested," he says. "It's an extension of what you learn in the classroom. Your math problem or your …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75861

'Sweet Magnolias' star shares how she planted seeds of success at Western

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… to identify and relate to many people in the show. That's what I imagine people like about it; you want to see your … to be in the high school play. That's what I knew at the time. So, I feel so incredibly grateful that I landed where … and performing in the lounges of residence halls. "(Western does) a fantastic job of creating such a well-rounded …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67412

Madison Sedmak turns opportunities into outcomes

Haworth College of Business

… church with guidelines, standards and best practices for ongoing use.” Currently, Sedmak is working as a digital … media management, data analysis and content strategy.  “What originally drew me to my internship at Can-Do Kalamazoo … my attention was how they work with several businesses at a time to help them grow. I loved the concept of seeing how …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/digital-marketing-madison-sedmak-internships-zhang-career-center

Why are store shelves out of products like toilet paper? WMU expert says it comes down to continuing to improve supply chain

Haworth College of Business

… of integrated supply management KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Spending time at home versus school or the office during the COVID-19 … adds that limiting exposure to the virus has also changed what consumers purchase. “Prior to the pandemic, we all had … customer service— to determine what will be ‘normal’ going forward and what they will need to deliver in order to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59026

Emily Styburski is redefining career goals with strategic insight

Haworth College of Business

… Emily Styburski is redefining career goals with strategic insight Submitted by Janine Adamski on … supported Styburski while she navigated a new passion. “What ultimately drew me to business, and especially to … unseen mechanics that shape consumer experiences. During my time in retail management, I was captivated by the strategic …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/mba-emily-styburski-strategic-insight

How to keep your body healthy during COVID-19 pandemic

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… CDC has a list of guidelines for  avoiding infection  and what to do if you think  you have contracted COVID-19 , but … Center, recommends going to sleep and waking up at the same time each day, eating your meals at the same time, … as well as your mind. "If your body feels good, so does your mind," says Amy Seth, director of University …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58648

Altitude Adjustment: How Life’s Turbulence Made This Delta Captain Soar

College of Aviation

… and challenges that come your way, never lose sight of your goals and objectives.   John Geeting, a 2001 graduate of the … because he has faced that career dilemma at least three times.  In other words, things don't always work out as … and sophomore years, he worked in construction.  "I learned what it was like to work hard," he says.  "Early mornings, …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/05/geeting