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Keith Watkins

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… Keith Watkins Submitted by Megan Looker on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—For a teen who spent his entire life tearing apart cars and … of accepting it, he’s using his lifelong curiosity to transform this typical roadblock into a problem-solving career.  … over any of the other colleges I was looking at.” THE BIGGER PICTURE Watkins’ career aspirations extend far beyond …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59543

WMU graduates succeed

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… made quite an impression on officials from a Michigan performing arts academy who attended a WMU career fair looking for a music teacher.  “They invited me to come for a second interview, and that’s when I kind of freaked …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46643

The spirit of adventure

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… describe your company? Green Door was founded out of a love for adventures and new experiences. We are an award-winning … end of the path. The daily routine was going to be the same for the next 30 years. Even worse, the spark and love for … would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs? Embrace the struggle! Entrepreneurship is not sitting in a coffee shop on …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/48055

Engineering tuition and medical school lease top board agenda

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… of a proposal to implement a differential tuition policy for the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Meeting … with the spring 2013 semester. The proposal also calls for elimination of course fees in the college and dedicating … as well as vote on a State Capital Outlay Priority List for the University's required annual submission to the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1654

Men's and women's soccer teams carry highest GPAs in Division I

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… by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America for carrying the highest team grade point averages for 2011-12 in the National Collegiate Athletic Association … combined. The Bronco women's team boasted a 3.65 GPA, tying for fifth among all divisions. The NSCAA Team Academic Award …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/3193

Finance curriculum endorsed by globally recognized program

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… The recognition includes five annual student scholarships for WMU students. "CFA Institute's endorsement of our … with the CFA program and positions our students well for the CFA exams." WMU’s finance program was recognized by the institute for integrating the core knowledge, skills and abilities …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/10/9538

Sunseeker runs into technical trouble after successful race start

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… Solar Challenge cross-country race in fourth place opting for a conservative strategy to make the most of its battery … team advisor. "This was a good move because their location for charging Saturday evening had lots of trees blocking any … that required the team to remove the top/solar array for troubleshooting. The problems led to a multiple-hour …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/07/1034

WMU to confer some 1,900 degrees during fall commencement

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… and 38 at the doctoral level. Schedule 9 a.m. —Ceremony for graduates of the colleges of Aviation, Education and … and Engineering and Applied Sciences. Noon —Ceremony for graduates of the Haworth College of Business and … Fine Arts and Health and Human Services. 3 p.m. —Ceremony for graduates of the College of Arts and Sciences and …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3389

Staff member earns Kalamazoo-area LGBT award

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… Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Hsu KALAMAZOO—For the second consecutive year, a Western Michigan … that award this year, Hsu was praised on and off campus for invigorating WMU's LBGT Student Services office since … her selection. "Building on the foundation of those before her, she has been able to provide extraordinary …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3760

Clyde Gillette obituary

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… obituary Submitted by Deanne Puca on Clyde Gillette , a former Western Michigan University staff member, died … of service to the University. He was an assistant manager for custodial services. A guest book is available online for remembrances. Contact: Deanne Puca March 28, 2013 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/03/5990