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Several internships with same company helped alumnus land job
News
… Repke had initially directed his career aspirations toward a musical field. “I was planning to major in trumpet performance,” he says. … and regular how much natural gas is in Michigan, and was a project engineer working with regulator replacement …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/02/58019
Technical skills and personal growth propel student's experience
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… growth propel student's experience Submitted by Cindy Wagner on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Since his very first tour of Western Michigan University, Jacob Roberts knew this was the University for him. During that tour, he recognized … Roberts and his group members decided to focus their final project on the propulsive force that engineers could put …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/04/75386
Accountancy student puts industry learning into action at WMU Haworth
Haworth College of Business
… bigger. Career preview events, employer panels and hands-on projects have helped me explore different paths within … offers,” Ndikumana says. “The Business Externship Program was both inspiring and insightful, and I look forward to applying everything I’ve learned in my journey …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/11/accountancy-hosanna-ndikumana-externships-nabainc
Maddy Woods: Real sales success
Haworth College of Business
… start appears just over the horizon, Woods is looking forward to the dynamic nature of her chosen field. “What … see what I can achieve and the people I’ll meet along the way. I thrive in team environments, and sales offers the … and pitching our product. Bronconess is more than just a project—it’s real-world business experience. There's no …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/11/sales-business-marketingmaddy-woodsbronconess
Longtime employees to be inducted into 25 Year Club
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… core technician, public safety Kristina Berns , building project specialist, building custodial and support services … for Facilities Management Allan C. Poole , customer success project lead, Office of Information Technology Silvia … L. Villadsen , carpenter, maintenance services Jung-Chao Wang , associate professor of statistics Laura C. Weber , …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20077
WMU advertising students take first place
Haworth College of Business
… 24-year-old college students that a Meta Quest 2 VR Headset was an essential part of their college experience. Using a … and virtual reality. “This competition is an excellent way for students to learn about the advertising campaign … course, and the competition served as the course’s final project. The WMU presentation team members included …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/06/68200
Senior engineers showcase inventions at 56th design conference
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… students will showcase and demonstrate their senior projects at WMU's 56th Conference on Senior Engineering and … Parkview Campus, is free and open to the public. About the projects Seniors will present the projects they have … the gamut from a heat-powered cell phone charger to a 90-watt wireless power transmission system to charge a robot. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/23158
Charles F. Woodward obituary
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… Charles F. Woodward obituary Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Charles F. Woodward Charles F. Woodward , Western Michigan University … studies, he joined WMU as an advisor for a contracted project with the U.S. Agency for International Development …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20819
WMU's Beltline students moving downtown during building renovation
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… updated space and accommodations, we're looking forward to creating a more productive work environment for our … enrollment at our Grand Rapids locations." The Beltline project includes new classrooms, computer lounge, family … furnishings throughout the location. The $5.5 million project is being led by architectural firm Fishbeck, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/12/20669
Paper and chemical engineering chair wins educator of year award
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… Paper and chemical engineering chair wins educator of year award Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Abubakr KALAMAZOO—A state organization has awarded the head of Western Michigan University's nationally … Forest Products Laboratory where he was the research project leader-supervisor and chemical engineer until …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/11/2935