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Future Broncos use talents to help frontline health care workers
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… also using their equipment and skills to make essential supplies for doctors and nurses. ENGINEERING AID Ryan Barker … save lives,” says Barker, who has dedicated much of his free time the past four years to community service. … a daily basis came to an end. I found myself with a ton of free time,” Barker says. “I wanted to find something that I …
https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/59007
Funding awards help small businesses hire summer interns
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… prosper. "The Small Company Internship Program is key to supporting the growth of small businesses and helping retain … with the company's Mickey Gaines. The program provides up to $3,500 in matching funds for a company to hire an … intern for summer 2018. Companies may apply for funding for up to two interns from either one or two MCRN schools. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45200
Employers to vie for job, intern candidates at spring career fairs
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… and co-op positions. The WMU-organized events are free and open to the public, although tailored to college … February Career Fair, which already has about 140 employers signed up to participate. It focuses on those seeking employment in …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/04/51134
WMU celebrates poetry in April
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… Poetry Month with more than 25 events in April. All are free and open to the public. Events Ongoing in April … Lounge. Tuesday, April 7 University Chorale, multi song pop-up sing, 11 a.m., Waldo Library Atrium. Poetry study break, dadaist poetry, cut up poetry, 2 to 4 p.m., first floor, Waldo Library. …
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/04/22792
Safety-focused redesign will close Oliver Lane/Oakland Drive intersection
Facilities Management
… Safety-focused redesign will close Oliver Lane/Oakland Drive intersection … to span the entire summer with project work wrapping up prior to fall move-in. The proposed map of Oliver …
https://wmich.edu/facilities/news/2026/03/oliver-lane-oakland-drive-intersection-closure
Out of this Earth: Margo Vriesinga Reaches for the Stars with Virgin Galactic
College of Aviation
… cars to complex jet engines to Virgin Galactic ! Growing up in Farmington, MI, Vriesinga’s “drive” usually revolved … came from the inside. Looking back, she said, “My biggest challenge in school was being too proud. I didn’t like … of judgment calls to be made from the shop floor, followed up by engineers for formal documentation. Additionally, I …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2018/03/vriesinga
Wrenches and Wings: Morgan Boyd’s Mission to Keep Aviation Soaring
College of Aviation
… for a majority of my college career, she made sure I was supported and even checked in with me when I wasn't enrolled … base at the Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field. The following summer found her interning at … in Aviation Day," career symposiums, or creating projects designed to promote being a mechanic as a professional life …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/07/boyd
Corporate Pilot Dan Homolek - Giving Back by Going Back
College of Aviation
… Back by Going Back Submitted by Tom Thinnes on Growing up in Woodhaven, MI, Dan Homolek is “not quite sure” how his … friendships were established, and numerous activities. Coupled with his time on main campus are the experiences at … him full circle is an understatement. As a child growing up in Woodhaven, he made moves that helped direct him …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2013/06/homolek
Summer construction to cause few traffic disruptions on campus
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… Summer construction to cause few traffic disruptions on campus Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … Kalamazoo artist Joshua Diedrich was commissioned to design the piece to celebrate WMU’s history and create a more … intersection also will remain open during the work. Other significant construction U.S. 131 interchange The Michigan …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16683
Dining Services expands offerings at Student Center Dining for spring 2024
Dining Services
… for spring 2024 Submitted by Kaitlynn Boot on Classics is upping its game, adding hot lunch to its repertoire. The Garden serves up healthy fare and build-your-own salads. Students can … The Garden and Delight. Hand Picked, an alcove with gluten-free alternatives; the continental corridor, offering …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/01/74305