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Rockin’ His Wings – Ryan Sewell is No Foo, But Loves His Aviation Gig at Sky West

College of Aviation

… Rockin’ His Wings – Ryan Sewell is No Foo, But Loves His Aviation Gig at Sky West Submitted by … pilots in the world.  Western gave me that chance."    Also deposited in his memory bank are his days as a certified … Lake Michigan.  What we see is incredible."    Another job bonus for Sewell amounts to the latest chapter of what …

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

Student‑led innovations drive record patent filings at WMU

W Magazine

… Student‑led innovations drive record patent filings at WMU Submitted by … and its students are making their mark in research and innovation.   WMU recorded its highest number of patent filings to date during fiscal year 2025. The University submitted 26 first‑stage patent …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/student-led-innovations-drive-record-patent-filings-wmu

When donors believe, Broncos succeed: WMU Athletics and its benefactors are winning together

W Magazine

… When donors believe, Broncos succeed: WMU Athletics and its … claimed 37 conference championships across all programs. In 2025, Western reached the pinnacle, capturing national … 3.42 GPA—their highest ever. What’s more, Broncos finished No. 1 in the Mid-American Conference in service hours for …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/why-i-give-wmu-athletics-donors-broncos-succeed

In Print, summer 2026

W Magazine

… leadership, examines religion and public education in his 2025 book, “The Changing Landscape of Religious Expression … artistic development, political engagement and personal struggles while connecting her experiences to the broader lives … healthy child development amid ongoing changes in technology.  …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/print-summer-2026

From Behind the Scenes at Disney to the Front Lines of Corporate Aviation - Matt Bila is No Stranger to the Wild World of Aviation Management

College of Aviation

… to the Front Lines of Corporate Aviation - Matt Bila is No Stranger to the Wild World of Aviation Management … of operations -- the Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field .  He also represented the college at recruitment … new amenities, and refining standard operating procedures.  Bonus -- he could see changes unfold that he had helped …

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

Alumni Classnotes, summer 2026

W Magazine

… Alumni Classnotes, summer 2026 Submitted by Deanne Puca on Western … Michigan University recognizes alumni achievements and announcements submitted through spring 2026. Eugene Benson , … Use Advisory Council and selected again by his peers in 2025 as a Best Lawyer in America for Business Litigation. …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/alumni-classnotes-summer-2026

Late scholar Timothy Light leaves a lasting impact on Western

W Magazine

… of international education at Western, died Dec. 14, 2025, in Kalamazoo. After teaching in Hong Kong and later …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/late-scholar-timothy-light-leaves-lasting-impact

WMU trustees to consider labor agreements at special meeting Thursday

News

… meeting will be livestreamed at wmich.edu/trustees.   On Nov. 29 , the negotiating teams representing the University … existing contract with WMU, which runs through Aug. 27, 2025 . The remainder of the union's collective bargaining … hour effective in the fall 2024 semester. Additionally, the bonus paid to members when they first achieve "Instructor …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73783

WMU Senior Prom is still going strong after 30 years

News

… Prom is still going strong after 30 years Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—It's time for … live Big Band music, swing and ballroom dancing, and Bingo. Casino games will return this year, but no money will be … Pre-entertainment will begin with Bingo at 5 p.m. The casino tables will open at 6 p.m., and the dance will run …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45802

Preparing to Lead: William Murphy’s Aviation Management Approach

College of Aviation

… all that. . . and in spades.  By the way, Murphy has also logged time as a laboratory assistant supporting aviation … time at WMU," he says, "by allowing me to apply classroom knowledge to real-world situations.  To me, this is important … in aviation technology and in airport operations."  A bonus is the connections he's making with aviation …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2026/04/murphy