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The County Drain Commissioner Is One of our Most Important Elected Officials

College of Arts and Sciences

… of history and environmental and sustainability studies, was among a panel of three who helped answer that question at the second … titled “Our Blue Marble.” The drain commissioner (a.k.a. water resources commissioner) creates and maintains the …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/drain-commissioner

WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards Submitted by Elizabeth Braaksma on KALAMAZOO – Two … University faculty members received Fulbright Specialist Awards to support overseas consulting and advocacy work this … on campus; providing K-12 outreach; hosting lectures, panels and events; and showcasing arts, entertainment and …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/06/fulbright-specialist-summer-2025

Love Aviation Style: Katie Vena and Aaron Mohnke Take Off and Tie the Knot!

College of Aviation

… wife," Aaron says, "it does come with challenges.  Being away from each other for up to four days at a time is hard.  … that as will be shown shortly in this article.   "When I was physically handed my CJO, I will never be able to … says.  "She was a boss-lady mechanic in the Navy and has a wall-full of degrees.  Gail loves volunteering her time to …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/12/mohnke

Fueled by her own trauma, doctoral student fights to break cycle of sexual violence

News

… Africa. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Trauma manifests in many ways. Tabitha Mpamira became fascinated with its … as an undergraduate at Western Michigan University. But it wasn’t until several years later when she was helping women … Wortham of Harvard University, to speak before a high-level panel at the UN about creating a global day of protection, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/09/65358

Writing a Strong Cover Letter

Career and Student Employment Services

… employer. It may be an email or in hard copy. Either way it creates your first impression and demonstrates your communication skill. While a cover letter may not always be required, it is a great way to explain to an … Medical through Jane Baker at the WMU Business Internship Panel. Based upon the qualifications listed in Handshake, I …

https://wmich.edu/career/coverletter

Scholarships, financial aid and grants

Occupational Therapy

… financial aid and grants Summary of Scholarship Awards for 2025-2026 Department Scholarships Awarded $25,750 to 24 students AMBUCS Awarded over $20,000 to … “Westsiders Icon”, Detroit, Michigan, and election to the Wall of Distinction by the Office of Minority Student …

https://wmich.edu/ot/scholarships

Film major takes passion, career to Cannes Film Festival with WMU Study Abroad

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… He is reminded of his grandmother, the woman who would watch movies with him when he was a young boy, so he wasn’t home alone after school.    He … providing outreach to area K-12 schools; hosting lectures, panels and events; and showcasing arts, entertainment and …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/02/study-abroad-sean-knowles

Spring 2025 student exhibit

University Libraries

… This student exhibit can be found on the second floor of Waldo Library in the rotunda. Avery Mandigo Undergraduate, … of NYC Graphic Design" Digital illustration This piece was created as part of an assignment for the course Cultural … and Instructional Technology "Low Poly Koi Study" Wood panel, latex house paint and spray paint As an …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/02/student-exhibit-spring-2025

Photo Gallery: Campus car parade shows off Bronco pride

W Magazine

… from WMU's campus car parade on Oct. 10, 2020. President Edward Montgomery and his wife, Kari, stand with the … face masks. This decked out SUV won the Best Bronco Award in the car parade. Scenes from WMU's campus car parade … from the Bronco Marching Band followed by a celebrity panel, including President Edward Montgomery, Kari …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/10/62307

Top teacher award recognizes WMU alumna's passion for literacy

News

… Top teacher award recognizes WMU alumna's passion for literacy Submitted … who earned her bachelor's and master's degrees from WMU, was named 2019 Middle School English Teacher of the Year by … Passion Hampton's passion for reading is evident on the walls of her classroom. Hampton found her calling while …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/11/56425