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Student entrepreneurs clinch e-Fest prize

News

… Orion, and mechanical engineering student Noah Schultz , of Washington, Michigan, earned a $3,000 prize from the Schulze … Gate provides a fast-track to business launch. For the latest WMU News, arts and events, visit WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58873

WMU named a top sales program for 16th consecutive year

Haworth College of Business

… WMU named a top sales program for 16th consecutive year Submitted by … University, naming the sales and business marketing program to its listing of top sales programs in the country for the 16th consecutive …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/07/72255

HR student Victoria Loikits finds her passion in impacting others

Haworth College of Business

… HR student Victoria Loikits finds her passion in impacting others … role in helping companies realize that people are their greatest asset.  As she prepares to graduate in spring 2024, … “WMU Haworth provided an outstanding education where I was able to explore a variety of majors before settling on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74911

Luke Thelen’s career looks 'pitcher' perfect

Haworth College of Business

… Mich.— Luke Thelen is taking the accounting field by storm! Originally from Caledonia, Michigan, the graduate … information to the public. My mom is an accountant and was a big inspiration for me when choosing a career field as … talking to people and being personable as one of my greatest strengths. The only way you can grow is by trying …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74603

University Recreation director receives award for excellence

Student Affairs

… University Recreation director receives award for excellence Submitted by Anonymous … to Amy Seth , Director University Recreation, who was recognized on February 22 by the National Intramural and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63498

WMU student studies the effectiveness of corporate pizza parties using Reddit memes

College of Education and Human Development

… parties are a common strategy used by organizations to increase employee retention, but are they effective? This was the question  Vanessa Hills , a Western Michigan … when evaluating the perception among Reddit users.   "It was just something that I observed as a cultural phenomenon …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73148

WMU student, veteran pursues passion for mental health and counseling

College of Education and Human Development

… mental health and counseling Submitted by Chris Hybels on Dwane Dabney KALAMAZOO, Mich.—After serving six years in the United States Army,  Dwane Dabney  doesn't want to be defined just by his service; instead, he wants to be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75937

Five WMU teams compete in statewide clean energy challenge

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… join finalists from five other universities across Michigan to present their green technology solutions and vie for more … Technological University, the University of Michigan and Wayne State University. The challenge was established by U-M … Startup America campaign. The winner of the Michigan contest will advance to a regional competition in the spring …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/02/157

WMU HR students honored with national scholarship

Haworth College of Business

… externship with the Kellogg Company while also being named to the dean’s list during fall and spring semesters. Next … have been chosen for this scholarship,” says Cook. “Being awarded this scholarship reaffirms my belief that every … from both the student and professional perspectives, is a testament to her talent and dedication. I am thrilled to see …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71448

Two more students earn prestigious Gilman scholarships

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… Western Michigan University students have won a total of $8,500 in scholarships to study foreign languages … a nationwide pool of nearly 2,000 applicants to receive awards from the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship … credit. To date, nine WMU students have received the award. The scholarship program helps diversify the kinds of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/4296