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The Kalam-AZO Connection - WMU Broncos at the Helm of the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport
College of Aviation
… aviation and their membership in the alumni association of Western Michigan University. Currently, the four primary … all of my flight training in Daytona Beach.” However, looking forward, Sieklucki knew the importance of being a … to grow academically, socially, and professionally. Looking back, Bjorkman has many fond memories. “One of my …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2016/02/connection
Broncos gather near and far to experience total solar eclipse
News
… April 8 , and thousands of Broncos gathered outside across Western Michigan University's campus with their eyes fixed … outside Rood Hall to give the University community a closer look at the celestial event. Adrienne Mills , a … are sunspots!’ It was really cool." A group of students in Western's Physics Club and Women in Stem registered student …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75385
Curtis "Doc" Swanson - WMU Aviation Hall of Honor Inductee
College of Aviation
… on "Doc" was born and raised in Illinois where he began looking to the skies and dreaming of flying an airplane. He …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/02/swanson
New drone program takes aviation offerings to new heights
W Magazine
… takes aviation offerings to new heights Submitted by Megan Looker on David Kemp, left, works with Jake Atkins, an … drone technology is expanding the horizons of aviation—and Western aims to position graduates on the leading edge of … in a game of drone soccer while classmate Mason Beski looks on. Students in the program begin developing skills …
https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/new-drone-program-takes-aviation-offerings-new-heights
WMU recognizes recipients of WMU/AAUP Scholarship for First-Generation Students
News
… Students Submitted by Paula M. Davis on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University recognized recipients of the … to help support their education and congratulate them as we look forward to their bright futures.” These students … possible and within reach,” Alom said. “It reminded me that Western really does recognize and invest in students like …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/04/wmu-aaup-scholarship-recipients
VanHowe You Get Things Done! Lessons Learned and Applied by Thomas VanHowe
College of Aviation
… for being selected as a student ambassador for the Western Michigan University College of Aviation should have … projects in the corporate-flight department and got a real look into Part 91 (FAA flight regulations relating to … the College of Aviation and other training institutions looking for new personnel. In early 2019, the 2012 …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/09/vanhowe
Barr Engineering Broncos share experiences that shaped their careers
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… VandenHeede on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—As the Engineering Expo at Western Michigan University and other fall career events … your goals. What skills and qualities do you most look for when interviewing students for internships or full-time employment? Brandner : We look for staff that are self-starters, natural problem …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72706
Baseball announces 2018 schedule
News
… 2018 schedule Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University baseball will open its 2018 … a first-round bye. Home schedule Friday, March 16, 3 p.m., vs. Butler University Saturday, March 17, 1 p.m., vs. Butler University Sunday, March 18, 1 p.m., vs. Butler …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/12/44159
Magnificently Managing an Airport: Sarah Pagano’s Aviation Management and Operations Success
College of Aviation
… -- learning. But where? Her search took Pagano to the Western Michigan University College of Aviation (COA) based … aviation -- taught by Kyle Jehnzen -- because I enjoyed looking at specific companies and their missions, and how … experience. "I always encourage them to take a look at WMU for their education and training," she says. "I …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/08/pagano
Patrick Allen's Airlines Education - An "Intern-Tastic Experience at United Airlines"
College of Aviation
… a pause on instructing and building flight hours back at Western Michigan University and threw my hat into the ring. … escorted through security and shown to my desk. The office looks like the set of Mad Men just without the cigarette … two from our flight path. I was soaking in the sights (and looking for missiles coming our way), but also intently …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2017/04/allen