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Olivia Bainbridge finds the balance in business law

Haworth College of Business

… As a founding member and president of the newly reformed Business Law Society on campus, she is leaving her … amount of work, but I know that it is going to be worth it for business law students. This organization has given me … Implementing a routine in her life has helped Bainbridge juggle all her various projects and endeavors. When she’s not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69629

Paper plane prowess propels Western aviation student to international competition

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… just returned from a whirlwind trip to Salzburg, Austria, for the Red Bull Paper Wings World Championship. The event … and I'm going to do it competitively," he laughs. Cooper's foray into flinging folded flyers began by chance when he showed up for work one day as a line service representative at …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68114

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

Haworth College of Business

… and I knew that it was something I was going to want to do forever.” Coming from a large family of ten people, working with people was a natural talent for Chopp. "I feel like my background allows me to be a … coaching, encouraging and helping to build a functional workforce—all of which are interpersonal skills that I am good …

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

Western community stands in support of Ukraine

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… and faculty development in the Haenicke Institute for Global Education, holds the Ukrainian flag while hugging Western alumna Yuliia Sergeeva, who is from Ukraine. … at the Campus Flagpoles. Campus community members pause for a moment of silence. Campus community members bow their …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/03/67330

Advertising professor wins national teaching excellence award

Haworth College of Business

… named the recipient of the 2022 Charles H. Sandage Award for Teaching Excellence by the American Academy of … and, ultimately, as a friend post- graduation. According to former student Stacy Averill , “Dr. Lancendorfer teaches … at the forefront of every class.” Current student Anna Griggs agrees that Lancendorfer is truly invested in both her …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68199

Historic walks showcase the hidden history of Kalamazoo's neighborhoods and districts

University Libraries

… Sports initially started to get people more active before work but quickly became an attraction for the entire community. "I thought this would be a one-hit … in their area today. Sharing current and historical information in tandem provides additional context and connects …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71724

WMU MBA grows by 20% with introduction of new course format

Haworth College of Business

… WMU MBA grows by 20% with introduction of new course format Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, … to learning creates more options , value and opportunity for working professionals as they pursue their graduate … on the rise , and in some cases, is overtaking enrollment for more traditional in-person programs. The COVID-19 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68441

One engineer’s dream: creating something from nothing

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Mich.—What’s your major? It’s a natural first question for someone to ask a college student. But for Julianna Buck , senior engineering design technology … following her own advice. The 2022 WMU Presidential Scholar for the Department of Engineering Design, Manufacturing and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/04/67717

Western student powers launch of new compostability testing center

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… up to automatically capture data and generate reports for us." The WMU Pilot Plants already do recyclability testing for a number of national and international brands, such as … says. "One of the easiest things that we can do as stewards for the planet is to get food waste and paper scrap out of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/07/68373

Child life student completes international internship

College of Education and Human Development

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As part of the required internship hours for the child life track of Western Michigan University's … also lacked play resources, giving them few—if any—options for toys and activities to help pass their time. Bice found … accepted to become a child life specialist. I definitely suggest future students deciding on a program to come to WMU …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69576