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Standout business graduate enters workforce armed with grit, resilience
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… by Erin Flynn on Read a special message from President Edward Montgomery for Western Michigan University's 2020 … started his college career with a last-minute decision. “It was actually a blessing how I chose WMU during such a … of the COVID-19 pandemic, he’s confident his education has set him up for career success—whatever life brings. “The WMU …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59046
All systems go: Aerospace engineering student launches work into space
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… Force Base in California, Tom Scott , B.S.E.’25, M.S.’26, watched his graduate studies literally flash before his eyes. “It was almost surreal. It was pitch black and then all of a … resume. “This project required so many different skill sets and gave me a greater understanding of how systems come …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/05/aerospace-engineering-spacex-payload-launch-tom-scott
New WMU enrollment management leader aims to drive student recruitment growth, success
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… associate vice president for enrollment management, which was effective Jan. 21. Salomonson brings 17 years of … values and the University’s commitment to student success was a key factor in her decision to join WMU. “Western sets students up for success. The investment in …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/url-kristen-salomonson-new-associate-vice-president-enrollment-management
Many WMU offices closed during holiday recess
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… Monday, Jan. 4. For more information, call (269) 387-8230. Waldo Library is open reduced hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. … 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 11. For information on hours for the Swain Education Library, Maybee Music and Dance Library, and … energy costs during holiday recess and closure, temperature settings in most campus buildings will be reduced to no …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/12/29002
Event series looks at multicultural issues
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… work being done at the University. Among those set for the campus community is a brown bag series of … Action Team. The team has been working to fulfill goals set by the Campus Climate for Diversity, Equity and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/09/26786
From Army Skies to Life-Saving Flights: The Journey of Brian Vanderberg
College of Aviation
… of Brian Vanderberg Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Ever watch one of those emergency helicopters sit down at a … that Vanderberg had what it takes to join the Army's Warrant Officer Flight Training initiative. He applied and … for U of M Survival Flight. Night vision goggle set up in the WMAC Dauphin 2014 Vanderberg's affinity for …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/11/vanderberg
WMU trustees to elect officers for 2020 Thursday
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… Mich.—The Western Michigan University Board of Trustees is set to meet Thursday, Jan. 23, at 11 a.m. in the Heritage … WMUK. The full agenda, associated materials and a link to watch the livestream are available at wmich.edu/trustees . …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57612
Sales students gain real-world experience through innovative business partnership
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https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/01/sales-students-gain-experience-pitching-total-plastics-international
WMU brings research university resources to Grand Rapids compact
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… of Western Michigan University. WMU President John M. Dunn was one of seven college and university presidents who … Rapids community. We're committed to putting our unique set of resources to work to not only enhance the number of … for Cities and America's Promise. The Lumina Foundation has set a national goal of ensuring that 60 percent of the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/09/18905
Many WMU offices closed during holiday recess
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… Monday, Jan. 5. For more information, call (269) 387-8230. Waldo Library is open reduced hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. … energy costs during holiday recess and closure, temperature settings in most campus buildings will be reduced to no … 55 degrees. Vacant residence halls and classrooms will be set back beginning Dec. 13. Office spaces will be set back …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20605