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Getting Underway and Unlocking Aviation Opportunity with Zach Orfin

College of Aviation

… Information  Orfin was raised about 20 miles south of Western Michigan University's home base of Kalamazoo in … ton about the aviation industry, was able to dual-enroll in Western's introductory courses, and took part in the … viewpoint proved interesting in that he "got an inside look into how that particular flight department operated."  …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/05/orfin

WMU, Kalamazoo Valley sign agreement leading to smoother degree path for students

News

… Heilig, provost and vice president for academic affairs at Western. "No matter the program or major, our seamless … pathways for our students transferring from KVCC, and we look forward to seeing our transfer numbers increase," says … pathways for our students transferring from KVCC, and we look forward to seeing our transfer numbers increase." About …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/01/70502

Bronco back in the saddle focused on alumni experience

W Magazine

… this capacity," says Heather Stanley, who has returned to Western as senior director of alumni experience. KALAMAZOO, … someone connects in their first decade after graduation may look completely different from how they engage 30 years … No matter where you are, don't hesitate to reach out. I look forward to growing our Bronco pride, Bronco joy and …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2025/06/heather-stanley-bronco-focused-on-alumni-experience

Michael Coldagelli’s “Go For Shot” – Attend WMU and Pursue an Aviation Career

College of Aviation

… and back home.  The latter is in New Berlin, Wis., a western suburb of Milwaukee where about 40,000 folks …  His grandfather, Paul Harding, is a member of the Western class of 1954.  After his military service, Harding … now realize that the majority of pilots in this industry look like me," he says.  "I have met a lot of women pilots, …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/04/coldagelli

Students file record number of patent applications at U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

W Magazine

… by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The numbers don’t lie: Western and its students are making their mark in research … issued during the 2025 fiscal year as well. In keeping with Western’s focus on including students in the University’s … moveable storage basket for people who use wheelchairs. “At Western,” says Dr. Remzi Seker , vice president for research …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/students-file-record-number-patent-applications

Bronco men's basketball adds non-conference games to schedule

News

… Deanne Puca on WMU men's basketball. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western Michigan University men's basketball team added … basketball home non-conference schedule Tuesday, Nov. 4 vs. Spring Arbor Sunday, Nov. 9 vs. Kalamazoo College  Sunday, Nov. 16 vs. Aquinas Saturday, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/10/18441

From Sweeper to Supply Chain: Wasinsky Lands Solid Aviation Career

College of Aviation

… Aviation Career Submitted by Tom Thinnes on As a student at Western Michigan University’ College of Aviation, George … in Shelby Township, MI, Wasinsky found himself enrolled at Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation.  His … University.  “When summer time came, I found myself looking for career work.  I didn’t want any job, I wanted a …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/03/wasinsky

Immersive program aims to empower next generation of science teachers

News

… teaching experiences. Jovaughn Carver and Diamond Norlien look at water samples. Cora Paul, center, collects data. … discovery in a water sample to youth campers. Youth campers look for macroinvertebrates in water samples. Jovaughn … to fill them. The Pathways to Science Teaching program at Western Michigan University looks to change that by making …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/07/64891

Flu shots available at the WMU Student Center Nov. 8 and 9

Sindecuse Health Center

… Nov. 8 and 9 Submitted by Joe VanDerBos on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University Sindecuse Health Center nurses look forward to seeing students and employees seeking flu … . No student will have any out-pocket cost for these shots. Look for the student clinic on the main level in Room 2207 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73259

Career Cruising with Kurt Kraczon – Laying the Foundation for a Successful Career in Aviation Management and Operations

College of Aviation

… says.  "I recall staring out large windows at the airport looking at the planes taxiing to and from gates.  The roar … he wore for the next nine months before heading to the Western campus in August of 2022 to begin course work.  He … casts on what lies ahead.  In he fall of 2022, he began looking for another internship -- this one different than …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/12/kraczon