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Propellers, Power-plants, and Passion: Mason Mihelich Pursues a Career in Aviation Maintenance

College of Aviation

… a joy ride for Mason Mihelich.  It pointed the sophomore from Elgin, Ill., toward Western Michigan University and … "ops" to advance toward a career while at Westminster Christian High School -- other than "pass my classes" as a … at 100 percent, he enjoys his WMU history courses and "how America came to be," playing pool, watching golf and …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/04/mihelich

The WMU MBA: A transformative experience

Haworth College of Business

… The WMU MBA: A transformative experience Submitted by Amy Coughenour on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—“Human resources is the most important yet most overlooked part of … Western Michigan University MBA student Nilani Kariappa , from Virajpet , India. The emphasis on global human …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/mba-transformative-experience-kariappa

Renowned author coming to Western teaches importance of conversations in divided times

News

… Submitted by Deanne Puca on Irshad Manji says people who disagree can listen and respect each other. KALAMAZOO, … New York Times bestselling author of “Don’t Label Me: How to Do Diversity Without Inflaming the Culture Wars” and … our country through practical tips that Manji will share from her groundbreaking Moral Courage Method of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65252

Approaching graduation with a plan to keep learning

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… learning Submitted by Cindy Wagner on Senior Andrew McCabe is approaching graduation but has no intention to stop … of everything was fascinating,” says McCabe, explaining how he found his major. “Paper mills are very complicated … undergraduate education with an Outstanding Senior Award from the WMU Paper Technology Foundation, a tribute to his

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66454

Be a legacy: Special education student carries on family tradition

College of Education and Human Development

… time to choose a career path, she didn’t have to look any farther than her family for inspiration. Her mother, Ann … my grandmother cares for have been my family and I loved assisting her as a child. My mother was an elementary school … with. Finding out who they are, what they love to do and how they discover things in the world is fascinating to her. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/10/69543

Time to review WMU's winter weather closure policy

News

… up and creating hazards for both pedestrians and motorists.   With the winter season just around the corner, this … wets skin and clothing, and water conducts heat away from the body about 30 times faster than air at the same … for best footing on icy walks. For more information on how to stay safe in wintry conditions , visit the Centers …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/61739

Victoria Kellogg finds her food marketing family

Haworth College of Business

… wants to make an impact in the food industry. Originally from Climax, Michigan, Kellogg transferred to the Western … food marketing analytics, and professional selling, is directly aligned with the industry’s demands. … Community College Honors Scholarship, which made pursuing my goals more financially feasible and has been a strong …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/10/food-marketingvictoria-kelloggtransfer-student

National Guardsman, a WMU alum, helps lead effort to feed thousands of Michigan families

News

… number of Michiganders in need during the COVID-19 crisis is no small task. 2nd Lt. Hunter Davidson and his team … would need” for COVID-19 response, says Davidson. His team from the 1433rd Engineer Company began work at the Feeding … the civilians where we’ve worked have been blown away with how efficiently we’re working and how fast we’re able to do …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59294

Western students engage with state legislators at environmental policy town hall

News

… Western students engage with state legislators at environmental policy town hall Submitted by Erin … "This was really helpful to me in laying the groundwork for how I can speak to my representatives and what I need to be … it was. And how some research really takes you that much farther in your knowledge and being able to speak with these …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/12/66596

The Bar Convent and Esopus arma Christi rolls and women’s devotions

Medieval Institute Publications

… The Bar Convent and Esopus arma Christi rolls and women’s devotions Submitted by Kylie Owens on … she sorted the contents of a box of uncatalogued documents from the 1980s at Bar Convent in York, Dr. Hannah Thomas, … and their responses “to start their day thinking about how they can use their religious experience to live a better …

https://wmich.edu/medievalpublications/news/2025/06/morse-barconvent