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Any Einstein Can Fly a Plane. It takes a Special Kind to Jump Out of One – the SkyDive Broncos!
College of Aviation
… and better skydiver. I can't wait to introduce more WMU students to this wonderful sport." The "wonderful … based northwest of Kalamazoo. The owner is connected to WMU through a mentor, a Bronco alumnus who "dove" for the Western colors 50-some years ago. Currently, WMU is one of the few certified U.S. Parachute Association …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/10/skydive
Rising from Republic Airways and Soaring with Spirit Airlines: Aaron Jones Climbs Higher
College of Aviation
… and the class schedule he wanted each semester. WMU College of Aviation Alumnus Aaron Jones and his wife, … on his way. With aviation forged in his mind as a career, WMU was a pretty easy decision to make when it comes to … The wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Jones! Shortly into his WMU career that eventually earned a degree in aviation …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/09/ajones
A Career Couple: Karleigh Pleyer and Mitch Whitcomb Climb the Ranks as Professional Pilots
College of Aviation
… Pleyer with her dad, mom, sisters and nephew at her WMU commencement ceremony They do hail from different parts … a bit different. "Some friends from high school started at WMU, their evaluations were good, and the aviation program … but now it's here. Whitcomb and his family during the WMU commencement ceremony "I got along well with all my …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/02/karleighandmitch
From Sweeper to Supply Chain: Wasinsky Lands Solid Aviation Career
College of Aviation
… that my grandpa was a pilot.” The fact Wasinsky was at WMU pursuing a degree in Aviation Science and Administration … commented on the skill set he improved on while studying at WMU. According to Wasinsky, “Numerous things come to mind about my time at WMU. First and foremost was Crew Resource Management taught …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/03/wasinsky
Setting his Sights – Sam Stallman Strives for Success
College of Aviation
… two of the three career bases covered when his days at the WMU College of Aviation are behind him. The Elkhart, Ind., … really impressed me and made the most sense." Request WMU Aviation Information! He believes that his grandfather, … said, I had prior experience at a great flight school, but WMU has really helped me become much more confident in my …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/10/stallman
Soga Japan Center receives Champs award
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… outreach coordinator, and Dr. Stephen Covell , chair of WMU’s Department of Comparative Religion and founding … Regional Educational Service Agency. Named for former WMU President Diether H. Haenicke , the award is given … in the years he served on the organization’s board. WMU’s Champs award The Soga Japan Center promotes Japan and …
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2016/06/soga-japan-champs-award
Keeping Up with Kevin: Stolarski’s Rise to the Main Line World of Aviation Technical Operations
College of Aviation
… stints in "the minors." A December 2017 graduate of the WMU College of Aviation with a degree in aviation … 11 hubs in North America. Request Information on the WMU College of Aviation "It quickly became apparent," … members are Western alumni , which is why he chose the WMU College of Aviation. In addition to the quality and …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/07/stolarski
VanHowe You Get Things Done! Lessons Learned and Applied by Thomas VanHowe
College of Aviation
… VanHow doing his "best work" as an Aviation Ambassador at WMU Request College of Aviation Information VanHowe, raised … regulations relating to corporations)," he says. After his WMU graduation with a degree in aviation flight science in … the last 10 months. VanHow passing his last checkride at WMU Passing the Captain upgrade at SkyWest. The fake …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/09/vanhowe
Redirecting the Aviation Dream: Jonathan Freye Leverages Himself as an Aviation Lobbyist
College of Aviation
… he received his degree in aviation flight science from the WMU College of Aviation , now stays basically on the ground … electric-powered vehicle for commercial flights by 2028. WMU Aviation Alumnus Jonathon Freye in the rotunda of the … in the industry. I visited twice and really liked the main WMU campus in Kalamazoo and the college's facilities in …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/10/freye
Riding High with Adam Rice
College of Aviation
… that hooked him on a career in the clouds. (3) The WMU College of Aviation's reputation in the industry is … quite done adding to his resume while under the aegis of WMU. In the middle of his sophomore year, he was hired as a … -- he was off to Europe, all on the same, extended weekend. WMU Aviation Alumni, Adam Rice and his proud parents How …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/rice