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English department faculty, students help Kalamazoo high school students write scholarship essays
College of Arts and Sciences
… and the Kalamazoo Promise KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Department of English faculty and students are taking Western Michigan … latest community experience. Dr. Jonathan Bush and his team of WMU English students, along with writing coaches from … their writing chops to the test at the Kalamazoo Promise offices, providing KPS seniors with guidance to generate …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71174
For virtual job interviews: Make a list, check your surroundings twice
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… to put their best face forward as they sit in front of a screen. Making a good impression to land a job or … and now he’s on the hunt for a permanent position ahead of graduation in April. Ghati says rather than practicing … or making eye contact, he spends his time in front of a mirror, critiquing what an employer will see over a …
https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63027
Arts administration grad thriving in community-driven theatre company
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… Erin Flynn on Kayde Moore, B.A.'24, landed a job with Face Off Theatre Company after a successful internship. … department, but then I realized I didn't want to act professionally," says Moore, who graduated from Western in … administrator and audience development associate at Face Off Theatre Company in Kalamazoo. Moore, center, stands with …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75938
Travel agency with a twist wins WMU's business pitch contest
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… product or service. Top finishers for 2018 Multiple panels of judges evaluated the competitors. Four companies won … South Lyon and freshman Charles Motley from Canton, both of whom are industrial and entrepreneurial engineering … majors. Their product is a cylindrical container capable of grinding crystals, seeds or whole peppercorns that takes …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46167
WMU student places first at national sales competition
Haworth College of Business
… Sales Competition, where Cameron Musser placed first in one of the sales role-plays and earned $3,000 in prize money. Musser of Macomb and TJ Devries of Tinley Park, Illinois, competed against teams from eight …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73378
Broncos draw North Dakota in NCAA tourney
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… as it heads to St. Paul, Minn., to battle the University of North Dakota Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The … Championship with a 3-2 victory over the University of Michigan Saturday night at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit. In … NCAA Tournament, including two losses to Harvard in a best-of-three series in 1986. The Broncos fell to Denver, 3-2, in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/256
The road to success: Samantha Parent’s future in human resources
Haworth College of Business
… companies. Samantha Parent “I chose my major because of my deep love for people,” says Parent of Wixom, Michigan . “What appeals to me the most about … d in their position s .” Parent has always had a crew of Western faculty mentors to guide her. “The change …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/03/71124
Campus Classic 5K has new course and start times
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… starts at 8:45 a.m. with the 1K Fun Run in Lot 13 in front of the Student Recreation Center on Western Avenue. The 5K … and walk will start at 9:15 a.m. on Western Avenue in front of the Student Recreation Center. Participants will be timed … last year's race, we went to work changing the location of the start and finish line, registration, brunch and, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1825
Two-day fashion show features student designers
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… be purchased in advance by contacting @email . A portion of the proceeds from the show benefits the Southwest Michigan affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation to eradicate … the event is regarded as a spring phenomenon. Every aspect of production will be shown through student talent--from …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/296
WMU to celebrate Arbor Day, Tree Campus recertification
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… the tree planting ceremony are welcome to add a shovel of soil to the planting. The event will include a short … Tree Campus designation for 2011, in recognition of its commitment to effective community forestry … trees and engaging students and staff members in the spirit of conservation. For 2011, 147 campuses nationwide received …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/04/326