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Student veterans find place to grow, thrive at WMU

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… experience flying, pursuing a degree in aviation seemed like a logical next step. "I feel like if I would have come to college straight out of high … Corps veteran, Gough has seen friends from his old unit struggle to find their place once they finish their service. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56507

Freshman named finalist in international trombone competition

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… says. "It's really wonderful to see talented WMU students like Nick Dewyer showcased on an international stage.  I'm …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/02/13788

Local insights, global impact: An MBA journey at WMU

Haworth College of Business

… 1 st Armored Division. Wanting to keep his focus on areas like logistics and leadership, Balaze found the MBA to be …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/mba-steve-balaze

Business student awarded patent for speaking device

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… and obtain valuable feedback," says Floyd. "I would like to thank Dean Kay Palan and WMU for supporting my … of Floyd's life since childhood. Speaking clearly was a struggle for Floyd, and therapy helped him immensely. Yet when … clearly. That led to the notion that perhaps a speech aid like that, if not already on the market, could be …

https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20784

From spores to scores: WMU grad student cultivates connection through mycology, music

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… of it as a lifestyle—it's often styled that way on things like Instagram and TikTok where you see people who forage … I felt safe to grow here," Cerberville says. "Programs like this—that do a good job—work because they are … grow, and that means it's more valuable and more likely to be protected." For more WMU news, arts and events …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66721

First-generation WMU graduate adapts to changing career outlook

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… “I instantly fell in love with campus, and it just felt like the right school for me. I wanted an out-of-state … increase sales. After graduation, Sánchez found himself struggling to find a job in the aviation industry amidst the … goals. “Leading others and working with a team is what I like the most,” he says. “It isn’t just work to me, but more …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59302

Fall programs highlight tuition-related employee benefits

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… wmich.edu/admissions/guest/employees . WMU units that would like this information presented to their staffs should … or (269) 387-8214. WMU employees with suggestions about academic areas they'd like to see covered in future information sessions also …

https://wmich.edu/news/2015/10/28054

One-of-a-kind small and medium business conference to be held in downtown Kalamazoo

Haworth College of Business

… Conference attendees will get a fresh perspective on the biggest challenges businesses face. From making the most of … for fun and connection, with optional activities like yoga, running groups, live music and cocktail hours … experts such as: Michael J. McFall, founder and CEO of Biggby Coffee, who grew his business from one location to over …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75567

Check out WMU’s latest Human Library event Feb. 12

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… event, individuals may check out as many “books” as they’d like, and ask questions. Conversation prompts will be on … in case conversations become too heated, traumatic or triggering. Last year’s event offered 16 books. This year, with … that wouldn’t be limited to one day. She would also like to incorporate career-focused human books for younger …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/01/57540

Be a legacy: Special education student carries on family tradition

College of Education and Human Development

… classes, I’ve often thought about what it could have been like when great grandma was there,” explained Cripps. Cripps … life balance. To this end, she has begun to develop habits like arriving to work early to set up for daily and weekly …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69543