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Out of this Earth: Margo Vriesinga Reaches for the Stars with Virgin Galactic
College of Aviation
… the words acted as a magnet, drawing the individuals towards the human quest to explore and colonize the space … wheels that never left the ground. “Originally, my interest was focused on cars and high school auto shop,” she … take second! Looking towards the future, Vriesinga has set her focus on additional responsibilities and challenges. …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2018/03/vriesinga
Aviation Management and Operations Alumnus Mitchell Carr Cruising in His Career
College of Aviation
… Cruising in His Career Submitted by Tom Thinnes on "If you want to do something in life," says Carr, "go for it … biggest critics, who will make you double-think or don't want you to move up in life, can be family or friends. I … saw all those buttons. It was love at first sight." That set the stage for envisioning a career path and was the …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/01/carr
Doctoral student earns recognition for research
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… student earns recognition for research Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich. – Baraah Qawasmeh , a Western Michigan University civil engineering … skills combining knowledge, passion, respect and ability to set goals, but also helped provide a network of support for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/07/75926
Booth signup underway for 34th Bronco Bash
News
… Booth signup underway for 34th Bronco Bash Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on The 2013 Bronco Bash was the first to be held on the Sangren Pedestrian Mall. … 34th annual Bronco Bash at Western Michigan University is set for 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5 , on the Sangren …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16542
Joel Webley’s Words of Aviation Wisdom
College of Aviation
… and, instead, make yourself actively present in ways that enhance your student experience. Join a student … and 2021 WMU College of Aviation Excellence in Diversity Award Winner, Joel Webley "You would be amazed," he … my first experience working in a non-profit capacity and it set the course for my future in community service." Like …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/12/webley
WMU looks to collect 200 pints of blood during annual challenge
News
… KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University students have set from 11 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, March 22 , at the … to donate blood March 22 will receive a free hero T-shirt. Walk-ins are welcome; however, making an appointment will …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/03/45727
Early childhood major cleans and organizes her way towards fulfilling her and her late mother’s dream
College of Education and Human Development
… Early childhood major cleans and organizes her way towards fulfilling her and her late mother’s dream Submitted … She found that her new business gave her the freedom to set her own work hours which allows her to prioritize her …
https://wmich.edu/education/news/2022/06/early-childhood-major-cleans-organizes-her-way-towards-fulfilling-her-late
WMU facility earns 'Biggest Loser' title in Michigan Battle of Buildings
News
… and DTE Energy. The Michigan Battle of the Buildings is an awards and recognition program for energy-use reduction open … 53 million miles. WMU's health and human services facility was completed in 2005, earned LEED-EB gold certification in … staff of the building 'get it,'" says Caprara, whose team set up educational workshops and informational signage for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/04/39576
Counseling psychology students compete nationwide to land prestigious internships
College of Education and Human Development
… matched to one’s preferred predoctoral internship helps set up trainees for the future opportunities they want to pursue.” Doctoral students and their internships … Adrian Hernandez, Yale University School of Medicine Hawi Wako, University of Oregon Counseling Center Letetsia Fox, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/02/70858
Celebration planned for 2024 Experience-Driven Learning Grant awardees
News
… planned for 2024 Experience-Driven Learning Grant awardees Submitted by Erin Flynn on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University students don't wait to go out and change the world; they excel in … help lead our world after graduation. "We will continue to set Western apart with high-quality, transformative learning …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75272