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In pursuing MBA, Jacobi Wright’s career takes flight

Haworth College of Business

… on campus. Luckily, he has some encouraging mentors to look up to. WMU alumni Randall Rochon, B.S.'03, and Greg Sumner, … have helped me succeed simply by being an example to look up to,” says Wright. “That is all the motivation I could ask …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72876

E.J. Dionne on campus for humanities center speaker series

News

… Dionne Jr., author and well-known columnist, will be first up at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 , and will address the … Lofton Durham, assistant professor of theatre, for coming up with the series' theme. Durham is one of three relatively … Chris Mooney, a science and political journalist, blogger, podcaster and experienced trainer of scientists in the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/10/2283

WMU aviation students to use leading-edge iPad technology

News

… than two pounds versus a 40-pound flight bag that takes up space and can lead to back strain in the cockpit. "The … “The college pioneers new methods of instruction that are designed to improve the pilot’s ability to fly and work … file flight plans, keep charts and terminal procedures up-to-date, and manage iPad deployments. The company’s …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/09/1651

WMU to confer some 2,700 degrees during spring commencement

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… and each participating student is eligible to reserve up to five guest tickets. Should there be extra tickets, … who are participating in one of the exercises may request up to two more tickets on a first-come, first-served basis …

https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6695

Undergraduate selected to receive prestigious Boren Scholarship

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… a prestigious federal scholarship and has big plans for her upcoming year studying abroad in Brazil. Caitlin Wiley , a … foreign language and international skills. Scholars receive up to $20,000 while fellows receive up to $30,000, but all Boren Award winners agree to work in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/06/47663

Two Broncos tapped to help address racial disparity in COVID-19 outcomes

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… represent just 13.4% of the U.S. population, they make up more than half of all novel coronavirus cases, and nearly … Manager at  Strong Beginnings , are among a diverse group of two dozen medical professionals, health and community … for many Michiganders beyond COVID-19." One of the biggest challenges facing the task force is time. The group is …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/05/59420

Bronco Hockey goalie looks to net support for autism awareness

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… Bronco Hockey goalie looks to net support for autism awareness Submitted by Erin Flynn on … to go with an autism awareness mask," he says. The helmet designed for Bussi. Bussi worked closely with Allen Schneider … with the job of being an athlete; you have a bit of a bigger platform to speak about what you think is right," he …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66854

Gaining his Western Wings and Finding His Way to FedEx, Jason Woo’s in Full Control of His Aviation Career

College of Aviation

… Woo could have shared the skies with a plane bearing an insignia of a country that doesn't share his views and … Emily Ishikawa, Woo, and Jason Park in 2018 Woo ended up as a 2011 alumnus of the College of Aviation with summa … aviation industry," he says.  "I received not one, but two furlough notices from Delta in the span of a few months."   …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/12/woo

Student Organization Center opens Aug. 14 in new WMU Student Center

WMU Student Center

… student organizations (RSOs) and student media groups will have a new home in the WMU Student Center beginning … larger than the previous SOC. This unique, thoughtfully designed, student-focused center is intended to serve as the … planning.  The open and inviting semi-formal space was designed with the input of students who will utilize it for …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72373

Building a cultural bridge, engineering students teach refugees about science, math

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… day dart back and forth across a room. They gather in groups, conversing in various languages. All of these children … University's chapter of Engineers without Borders designed a project for children at the Refugee Education … Students make a protective case to cushion an egg that will be dropped off of a balcony. "It's important to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54203