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From Taipei to the Skies: The Inspiring Journey of SkyWest Captain Po Hsien 'Johnny' Chen

College of Aviation

… by way of the northern Indiana community of Elkhart.   Now with captain status for SkyWest Airlines, Chen is the poster child for any young person who declines to heed the counsel and advice … broadened our view of the aviation industry beyond the American continent," he says, "and illustrates how different …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/01/chen

WMU researcher says despite gender-based challenges, women entrepreneurs use grit, resilience to achieve profitable growth

Haworth College of Business

… Babson College that identifies strategies all entrepreneurs can learn from an exclusive group of industry-leading women … networks. As business success is often based on “who you know” and not “what you know,” women entrepreneurs can … to networks and strategic relationships. Managing expansion with underfunding: Women must plan for and incorporate …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58104

Broncos Lead interns learn the forgotten art of making books

W Magazine

… forgotten art of making books Submitted by Erin Flynn on You just can’t get the same experience just reading it out of a … and Grant Overbeek are filling the pages of their resume with chapters of experience. “It’s very tedious work …

https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2024/11/book-smart-broncos-lead-interns-kalamazoo-book-arts-center

‘Greatest moment of my life’: WMU Theatre student blows judges away on ‘The Voice’

News

… for the homecoming tailgate. Sing on national television with a pop music superstar. Western Michigan University Jack … for his spin on Horan’s hit song “This Town.”   “When do you ever have the opportunity to sing an artist their own … says Austin. “I’m just trying to live life as normally as I can and finish school, because that’s really important to …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/jack-austin-joins-voice-team-niall-horan

Props, Planes, and Police - The Abe Herr Story

College of Aviation

… The flight school sold the aircraft and left the eager young pilot with lots of ambition but no outlet. Not to be deterred, … impact his future career ambitions.  He interned at Duncan Aviation, UT Flight, and the WMU Fleet Maintenance …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2013/12/herr

WMU Haworth student turns passion for data into professional success

Haworth College of Business

… his specialized goals. “I’m very interested in dealing with data for my profession as I find it fascinating how certain companies within the same industry can use data in completely different ways. I have always … his peers at WMU Haworth. “Take advantage of the resources your professors offer you. Professors truly care about their …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/10/business-analytics-kevin-wright-internships-study-abroad

Bringing the world home - Kalamazoo couple host international students to teach their children about other cultures

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… and Culture for International Students—CELCIS—has worked with Lodge & Learn since 2006 to help international students … wish to have while in the United States—living with an American family. The exchange between homestay guests and the … learning English." “Our kids love Tariq,” Miller said. “Our youngest was 1.5 years old when he moved in and she was a …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2016/08/bringing-world-home

Engineering management technology alum finds passion in career

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… across three DENSO facilities in Michigan and one in Canada, Scholler credits his passion for this role to his … being able to really work on projects and make decisions. With the broad technical background of my degree, it opened … being technically competent is important no matter where you work, you also will have to learn nuances of how they do …

https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2026/03/cory-scholler-engineering-management

Student Spotlight: Ricardo Campos – Leading with Passion and Purpose in IT

Information Technology

… Student Spotlight: Ricardo Campos – Leading with Passion and Purpose in IT Submitted by Gary Barton on … to keep learning." Inspired to Join the Tech Team? Start your journey at the  Technology Help Desk  and gain valuable experience while supporting your fellow Broncos! Search for roles like  Help Desk, …

https://wmich.edu/it/news/2025/10/ricardo-campos-it-student-highlight

Western honors staff who inspire, connect and lead with 2024-25 Make a Difference Award 

News

… Western honors staff who inspire, connect and lead with 2024-25 Make a Difference Award  Submitted by Deanne … Technology, Barton helped transform how WMU engages with technology and the campus community. The success of the … have made his team more visible and approachable, with another noting, “Gary radiates enthusiasm beyond the …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/make-difference-2025-gary-barton-michael-lininger-brax-cristine-thomas-destiny