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Grayson's Anatomy - The Parts and Pieces of a Professional Pilot

College of Aviation

… known an industry that can get into people's blood the way aviation does,” stated Robert Six, founder of … initial experience, young Grayson was hooked. “I was extremely curious to know how the heavy aircraft, along with the … at Compass.” Currently, Grayson is a first officer at Delta Air Lines . With the ascent to Delta Air Lines, …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2017/08/grayson

2026 - 2027 Events and Activities

Precollege Programming

… event with AHEC WRCC, Beacon Health System, KRESA and WMU Upward Bound) April 30, 2027: Health Careers Exploration Day … UP tabling at Western Michigan University Bronco Bash. Come meet us in Zone 6, Table 634. Our booth will be in front of the Student Center near the bookstore entrance.    September 22, 2026 :  "Start …

https://wmich.edu/precollege/gearup/events

From Airport Intern to Airport Operations – Karlee Erickson’s Manages Aviation Opportunities

College of Aviation

… on 2023 WMU Alumna Karlee Erickson after passing her Movement Area Driver's Test at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky … that it would probably be impossible to land an internship near her roots in northern Lower Michigan, nevertheless she … in the north-central sector of the state -- and one far away wasn't a suitable option.  Still determined to give it a …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/10/erickson

Turning practicum into practice with a Bronco who’s been there before

College of Education and Human Development

… been there before Submitted by Nicole Leffler on    For elementary education student Elaine Teed , clinical experiences … experience,” Triemstra said. “Since I went to Western and was in the exact place that Elaine is in now, it’s really … one of her favorite parts of the experience so far has been watching Elaine lead morning meetings and read books with …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/10/turning-practicum-practice-bronco-mentorship

Innovation Expo

Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engineering and Engineering Management

… is Innovation Expo?  K-12 and WMU students compete for awards by presenting their products, models and prototypes to … may participate. Educators, students, families, community members and entrepreneurs are invited to attend and … in the East and West parking ramps and the surface lot near Floyd Hall. Follow the signs when you arrive. Or, …

https://wmich.edu/ieeem/innovationexpo

Souder Soars: How Aviation Tech Ops has Transformed Tom

College of Aviation

… hand to those who come after you. Souder admits that it wasn't easy for the Stillwater, Minn., native to add his … in nature," he says.  "A family friend who worked for Delta convinced me that aviation offered a really … courses at WMU." Another bonus for Souder is living near where he works and operating in a flexible …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/11/souder

Student athlete earns accolades in the classroom and on the dance floor

Haworth College of Business

… KALAMAZOO, Mich.— After winning the prestigious Stand Out Award in her final semester as an undergraduate, MBA student Natily Cripe … through the Haworth College of Business.”  Stand Out Awards are given to students in the Advanced Selling …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/11/student-athlete-natily-cripe-accolades-classroom-dance-floor

The Hagan Hangar: A Family’s Legacy Takes Wing at Western Michigan University

College of Aviation

… fall very far from the tree:  Dad Dennis is an A&P (airframe and powerplant) technician for Delta and Mom Beth works for Delta Elite Services.    … Envoy Air in 2024 Justin is the Hagan who led the family's way toward Kalamazoo and Western's base of aviation …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2025/06/hagan

Makenna Staudacher – Freshmen, Family and Finding Aviation Gold at WMU

College of Aviation

… at WMU Submitted by Tom Thinnes on   "All in the Family" was a pioneering situation comedy that made TV history.  It … , is confident that realm of experience will be in her near future.  Up until then, she's comfortable "hanging out" …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/staudacher

Preparing for private equity success at WMU Haworth

Haworth College of Business

… rotated through four divisions of the company—wealth management, corporate retirement planning, financial research, and … academic resources. Additionally, involvement in  Phi Delta Theta and the  Financial Services Association has … has his sights set on the life ahead of him. "As I work toward a career in private equity, I am actively building both …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2025/09/finance-michael-harmon-private-equity