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Engineering grad accelerates industry impact through projects, internships

News

… I stuck with it. And I’ve loved all the classes—even the financial part of it and probability and statistics just … before researching scheduling software to meet the organization's needs. PROFESSIONAL IMPACT Haas is looking forward … , visit WMU News online. Contact: Erin Flynn April 18, 2024

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75410

Mentorship, leadership opportunities open world of possibility for education graduate

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… for education graduate Submitted by Erin Flynn on Breyana Wilson is graduating with a bachelor's degree in … back. She joined a number of registered student organizations, racking up leadership positions within the Black … , visit WMU News online. Contact: Erin Flynn April 25, 2024

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75463

Film major takes passion, career to Cannes Film Festival with WMU Study Abroad

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Cannes Film Festival with WMU Study Abroad Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on KALAMAZOO, Mich.-- When Western Michigan … was an ‘Oh my God’ moment for me,” says Knowles. “I was finally recognized for my work. I want to be able to make a … participated in WMU Study Abroad programming in the 2023-2024 academic year. “Sean is a great candidate for studying …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/02/study-abroad-sean-knowles

MeLCat borrowing unavailable Jan. 27 - Feb. 4

University Libraries

… MeLCat borrowing unavailable Jan. 27 - Feb. 4 Submitted by Sara Volmering on Kalamazoo, Mich.—MeLCat borrowing requests will be unavailable Monday, Jan. 27 ­ ­­­–Tuesday, Feb. 4, due to a … will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 4. MeLCat is a statewide service of the Library of Michigan that allows library … visit WMU News online. Contact: Sara Volmering January 27, 2025

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/01/melcat-upgrade-2025

Arts administration grad thriving in community-driven theatre company

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… but then I realized I didn't want to act professionally," says Moore, who graduated from Western in spring 2024 with a full-time job as arts administrator and audience … class: writing grants, developing fundraisers for the organization, coming up with ideas for sponsorships and getting …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75938

Western joins new initiative to increase Michigan's child welfare workforce

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… to address these concerns within the system," says  Dr. Anna Yelick , assistant professor of social work and Title … and retention of dedicated professionals," says  Elizabeth Hertel , MDHHS director. "A program like this has the … State University. Western's first cohort will begin in fall 2024. Those interested in participating should  contact …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/western-joins-initiative

Hands-on experiences put engineering grad in driver's seat for career opportunities

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… he's keeping his foot on the accelerator.  A summer 2024 graduate of Western Michigan University's manufacturing … who grew up in Highland, Michigan, has always been fascinated by how things work. He was involved in FIRST Robotics … to vice president of the EV team and helped build the organization's first electric race car—building the battery was …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75861

WMU, Kalamazoo College, partner for Japanese language and culture event

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… for Japanese language and culture event Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The Haenicke Institute … which features student research, will be held on Jan. 16 from 4:15-6 p.m. at Kalamazoo College’s Dewing Hall, Room … out of classroom," says Michiko Yoshimoto, Japan program manager at The Haenicke Institute.   “Participants can learn …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/01/japanlanguage

Walker Institute’s new director ‘stands on business’ with youth community outreach 

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

… with youth community outreach  Submitted by Emily Monacelli Guzman on Bianca Nightengale-Lee KALAMAZOO, MI – … Dr. Bianca Nightengale-Lee  joined Western on August 19. Nightengale-Lee previously served as an associate … that is important.”  Contact: Cole Hinzmann October 9, 2024

https://wmich.edu/provost/news/2024/10/lewis-walker-nightengale-lee

WMU Aviation’s Jersey girl and recent grad: Jade Joseph

College of Aviation

… Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Jade Joseph, an aviation management and operations graduate, racked up internship and … "Western offered several RSOs (registered student organizations) and programs that I knew would help me feel more … WMU at the Aviation Mental Health Symposium in Fall 2024 "Due to COVID-19, the chapter had withered and was …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/12/joseph