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Study abroad at Western yields higher student success

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… University students who study abroad are consistently more likely to graduate on time and continue their academic … regret about studying abroad.”   “Don't be afraid to make mistakes," he says. "Don't be afraid to talk to locals. Have … Spanish. I played soccer in Spanish. It was good. It felt like I was at home.”   Parrott says he grew academically, …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/01/studyabroadimpact

Building bridges to the CPA profession: Dr. Brittani Shantel Jackson, CPA and NABA at WMU student chapter recognized with emerging leadership awards

Haworth College of Business

… educators and professionals and participation in programs like NABA Inc.'s Accounting Career Awareness Program and … Public Accountant with prior industry experience at PwC Detroit. Beyond teaching, Jackson serves on the Board … work and heart our students put into building something bigger than themselves." That philosophy of collective impact …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/businessnews2025micpa-naba

Kenya believe it? Gideon Kipkemoi’s amazing international aviation journey

College of Aviation

… for my aviation career,” Kipkemoi says.  Networking events like  Aviation Outlook Day and  Business Aviation Day … Kipkemoi says. Through valuable experience, like starting a non-profit organization for underprivileged …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/10/kipkemoi

WMU to honor alumni, Detroit influencers during campus event

News

… franchise, is co-managing partner of MGM Grand Detroit Casino, and founded Detroit-based automotive manufacturing …

https://wmich.edu/news/2017/09/42780

Oh, what a feline: Star of WMU Theatre’s ‘Cats’ moonlights as ‘American Ninja Warrior’ competitor

News

… theatre; I just knew this is where I wanted to be.”   Much like his ninja approach, he hit the ground running at … got the call that he’d been chosen for Season 17, he felt like all the stars had aligned.   “By some crazy … of his college theatre career, the “Cats” production will likely be his last at Western. Luckily, he didn’t have to …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/michael-vasilevich-wmu-theatre-cats-american-ninja-warrior

A Career Couple: Karleigh Pleyer and Mitch Whitcomb Climb the Ranks as Professional Pilots

College of Aviation

… of getting me to where I am today."  What Pleyer also liked about being an instructor is how much knowledge she … And the rest is not history.  It's still current, and likely to stay that way as their Republic Airways chapter …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/11/karleighandmitch

’Tis the season: 2025 holiday trends

Haworth College of Business

… outcomes “Media headlines warned, in a very Grinch-like manner, that 100% tariffs on Chinese imports could end … and manage uncertainty.  “Expect ongoing discounting, aggressive price matching and a strong focus on value across … ongoing war in Ukraine, continue to push commodity prices upward, while tariffs on imported goods add fuel to the fire. …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/holiday-trends-2025

Superheroes and pursuing advanced learning: mechanical engineering student finds inspiration in unexpected places  

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… in Iron Man’s technical abilities.      “I’ve always liked the thought of being able to invent new and creative …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2025/11/advanced-learning-dorian-olson

“Say yes to opportunities”: Desiree Krawczyk on growth and grit at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… Haworth College of Business. With a broad field like finance, Krawczyk is challenged to think critically and …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/finance-leadership-business-strategy-desiree-krawczyk-bronconess

University Recreation’s new equipment investment prioritizes individualized student workouts, modern exercise trends

Student Affairs

… at the SRC were also added, including a seated leg curl, glute trainer, hip thrust, rotary torso, supine … equipment overhaul.   “There’s still a lot of students that like the big machines and the plate-loaded and pin-select, … to the cardio room, each with a variety of accessories like kettlebells, dumbbells, resistance bands, TRX …

https://wmich.edu/studentaffairs/news/2025/09/src-equipment-update