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Redirecting the Aviation Dream: Jonathan Freye Leverages Himself as an Aviation Lobbyist

College of Aviation

… Brown for recommending me for the CACC position."  Freye with his wife, Susan, and son, Connor Helping to redirect … had secured an internship in the office of U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-Washington), who was first elected to the upper … Connor requested to be a Blue Angel for Halloween. "When your toddler makes a request like that, you go all-in!" …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/10/freye

From the Windy City to WMU – Brett Been Takes to the Sky

College of Aviation

… of the Western Michigan University College of Aviation with a degree in aviation flight science . While his … destination -- a first officer for SkyWest Airlines . Young Brett Been foreshadowing his adult life Here's his … also partners with Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Been also chalks up his …

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

The ultimate assist: Sports and Event Management Club to connect students with industry at career fair

College of Education and Human Development

… Sports and Event Management Club to connect students with industry at career fair Submitted by Chris Hybels on … Center in Kalamazoo. An opportunity to meet face-to-face with full-time and internship employers, the fair will connect WMU students with organizations eager to have Broncos as part of their …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/03/sports-event-management-club-career-networking-fair

Studying with Dalai Lama caps off global studies degree program

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… Studying with Dalai Lama caps off global studies degree program … next to the Dalai Lama on his left side. Not many people can say after their first overseas trip that they met … have been in my life and to look forward and consider how I can help improve human rights in the world.”   As a …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/02/studying-dalai-lama

Friday Feature: Ashley Pratt

College of Aviation

… alumna. Graduating from the College of Aviation in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Flight Science, … full-time instructors stay until retirement, which tells you a lot about it being a great place to work,” she said … the pilot shortage, Ashley found herself welcomed back. She can pursue a career that she enjoys while maintaining …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/03/pratt

WMU alumna Anika Johnson threads sustainability into Kalamazoo with secondhand boutiques

College of Education and Human Development

… alumna Anika Johnson threads sustainability into Kalamazoo with secondhand boutiques Submitted by Chris Hybels on … Kalamazoo Fashion House, located on Burdick St., shoppers can find a collection of curated vintage clothing along with … studying fashion at WMU that I started thrifting more as a young adult, and really getting into sustainable fashion and …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2023/02/anika-johnson

Kenya believe it? Gideon Kipkemoi’s amazing international aviation journey

College of Aviation

… outside shouting, 'ndege! ndege!' (airplane in Swahili).” With each passing plane Kipkemoi, would even say, “Ni ya … camps to holding several leadership positions in the  Young Aviators Club of Africa , Kipkemoi decided that he … with his future goals. He quotes the late Steve Jobs , “You can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/10/kipkemoi

Alumni panel and scholarship presentation strike big during WMU and Grand Rapids Gold partnership

College of Education and Human Development

… Eric Woodyard and Warda Niaz. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.—If you stay ready, you don't have to get ready, a panel of … here to share their insights, their wisdom and experiences with you," said Dr. Laura Dinehart , dean of the College of … Rapids Gold; Ameer Ismail , M.A.'11, B.S.'07, scout for the Canada Football League's Toronto Argonauts; Eric Woodyard , …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/03/grand-rapids-gold-basketball-partnership-alumni-panel-scholarship

Missionary Magic – Tommy Pagawak’s Path from New Guinea to WMU

College of Aviation

… Java, Borneo, Bali and Timor would be familiar to most Americans. In Tommy's case, he's based in New Guinea, … As a student in junior high, he frequently came in contact with pilots who were on missionary flights for the Mission … And so far it has, with only a few bumps in the road. Put yourself in his shoes -- coming to the United states from a …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/12/pagawak

Marcus Williams: From Seattle to Supersonic (Almost!)

College of Aviation

… leading him to the place he is today.  For as long as he can remember, Williams has always had an infatuation with aviation.  Not only were planes being built in his home … for gainful unemployment.  However, sometimes life throws you a few roadblocks.  Even when in Beast Mode, Marshawn …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2015/03/williams