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Friday Feature: Jessica Birnbaum

College of Aviation

… a Faculty Specialist at the College of Aviation. “I chose WMU because we are one of the best flight schools in the … that of even a current student’s. Her favorite part of WMU is Buster Bronco and what he symbolizes. Birnbaum gave … We are very thankful to have Jessica here with us at the WMU College of Aviation! Go Broncos! Contact: Edited by …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/02/birnbaum

A Flying Fish: David Fish takes Tech Ops to Army Air School

College of Aviation

… that might come into view. As a 2006 graduate of the WMU College of Aviation with a degree in aviation …  That also created life-long friendships. "My education at WMU played a critical role in being selected for the … pilot was a dream as a kid.  As I said, what I learned at WMU laid the foundation to get where I am today.  I am now …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/davidfish

It’s the Mainline for Hainline – Rebekah Pursues the Path with Allegiant Air

College of Aviation

… stint as a certified flight instructor (CFI) for the WMU College of Aviation into her selection as a first … Airport at Kellogg Field.    Prior to that experience, WMU was still competing with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical … deal.  "For the first time, I learned about every part of WMU and truly grasped the various parts of aviation that …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/10/hainline

From VP to FO – Logan Brown’s Involvement, Engagement and Internships Lead to Success

College of Aviation

… coaches, trainers -- right on down to the water boy. WMU graduate Logan Brown got that message and how it related … with a fleet of 495 aircraft. Brown standing in from of a WMU Piper Seminole Like many College of Aviation alumni , he … of the student government.  "I learned so much about WMU and the problems students face," he says.  "I networked …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/loganbrown

Megan and Adam Turner - Passions United

College of Aviation

… fate played a role when Megan also decided to enroll at WMU.  Arriving on campus in the fall of 2008, she was eager … “is history.”  Their passion for aviation brought them to WMU; in return, WMU brought them together! Graduating in 2010 with a degree …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2013/11/turner

Get Up and Gokey: Garrett Marches His Way to Delta

College of Aviation

… Gokey.  Once enrolled, the same could be said for the WMU Bronco Marching Band. The combination served as a … factor was supplied by him being a member of the WMU Bronco Marching Band that helps attract people to Waldo … the quality of leadership at both Delta Air Lines and WMU will ensure, to me, a successful recovery for both as we …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/gokey

Head Banging with Helen Hoffman – Music Aficionado, Soon-To-Be Professional Pilot, and Student Extraordinaire

College of Aviation

… and June, the best co-pilot anyone could ask for! Request WMU College of Aviation Information She's a 2018 graduate of … headquarters in Battle Creek changed all of that.  "I chose WMU because when I made the tour," Hoffman says, "everything really fell into place for me.  WMU stood out because everyone I met was so welcoming and …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/02/hoffman

The Rise of Rochon – Randall’s Aviation Journey and The Power of Giving Back

College of Aviation

… as the  Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals - WMU (OBAP) . Being once there himself, he knows the bumps … a few miles in the friendly skies since his days on the WMU campus.  As a 10 year old moving with his parents from …  with a minor in Business Administration. Request WMU College of Aviation Information While at Western, his …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/09/rochon2019

From Rockford to Republic - Marty Coaker's Aviation Journey

College of Aviation

… dreams to the next level.  Studying aviation while at WMU, Coaker took advantage of a multitude of opportunities … this upped the number of NIFA National Championships won by WMU to five, making it another “Great day to be a Bronco!” … a great group of students and instructors while I was at WMU.  I think we pushed each other.  Now we find ourselves …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/09/coaker

Josh Blain: Networking, Navigation and his Expedition to Envoy Air

College of Aviation

… time as an airline pilot Request Information about the WMU College of Aviation Because he was raised in … traditional college experience," Blain says.  "I liked how WMU had the Cirrus SR-20 aircraf t and was in the forefront … and fellow College of Aviation Alumnus David Bloxsom at a WMU CoA event.  Not too long after coming to Western's …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/joshblain