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Social work student finds passion, home at WMU
News
… Erin Flynn on A post-graduation activity report reveals 94% of 2018-19 WMU graduates are actively employed or pursuing … about the results here . KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Life has a way of coming full circle. For Johnny Anderson III , it happens … ago that he was in their shoes. Anderson graduated high school in 1999 eying a career in graphic design. He enrolled …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57553
Brush Ease wins first place at Bronco Pitch Competition
Haworth College of Business
… ideas from Western Michigan University students. A team of engineering students claimed first place with their … College of Business, provides a platform for WMU and high school area students to pitch their innovative business … disciplines throughout the University and area high schools to pitch their entrepreneurial concepts. It’s …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75711
Countywide Earth Day celebration set for April 20
News
… , at Bronson Park. This year's theme is "101,000 Acts of Green." Dr. Allen Webb , Western Michigan University professor of English and chair of the Kalamazoo Earth Day … singers from El Sol Elementary and Kalamazoo Central High School "There will be a ton of kids and family activities …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/52948
Connections between engineering and business a win for students
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… both registered student organizations (RSOs) at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences that are open to all WMU students. “My experience at Western is one of opportunities that allowed me to utilize my skills to … Rubarth first learned about Formula SAE while still in high school from his cousin, fellow Bronco Andrew Piasecki, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75143
Aviation grad sees clear skies ahead with full-time job waiting in the wings
News
… Airlines. KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Luis Jaime has been dreaming of a career in aviation since he was a kid. "I was amazed … a pilot. As he got more serious about the industry in high school, he began visiting college fairs with an eye for top … back-to-back summer camps at the University's College of Aviation. A spin in the college's " Super D ," the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66510
Business students recognized for academic excellence and leadership
Haworth College of Business
… leadership Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on King, of Vicksburg, was named Trailblazer of the Year KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Twenty-five students from … the Haworth College of Business is not your normal business school.” The Finalists The program is application-based, and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46637
Application open to incoming freshmen for study abroad programs
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… study at WMU in fall 2018 are encouraged to apply to one of three new 10-day, faculty-led courses that take place … opportunities. Selection will differ by program but high school GPA and brief interviews may be used in the selection … and informal education systems in Ireland and will visit schools, community centers, and youth organizations in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/45866
Why I Give: The Arnson Family
W Magazine
… their mother and proud Bronco alumna, Fritzie, with news of a named scholarship this past June. KALAMAZOO, … by working during the summers,” he says. “She was so proud of her social work degree, especially since she was able to … , in Muskegon. Don was a teacher and coach at Muskegon High School and the couple married in December 1950. Their five …
https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/why-i-give-arnson-family
Event management students partner with Kalamazoo Promise for signing event
College of Education and Human Development
… and drawstring bags. Students stand in line for one of the food trucks at the event. Dr. Von Washington Jr., … on May 12. All graduating seniors from Kalamazoo Public Schools were invited to celebrate the continuation of their … 2 or 4 year college, join the military, attend trade school, become an apprentice or participate in a vocational …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/05/71679
Fake news discussion to feature international, local panelists
News
… panelists Saturday, Nov. 11 , for a discussion of fake news. The event, "Fake News—Falsehoods and Bigotry … it is open to the public with a suggested donation of $10. The discussion is part of the 2017 PeaceJam Slam, a daylong event for participating high school and college students that kicks off Great Lakes …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/11/43637