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Josie Holecko is sipping success

Haworth College of Business

… popularity, but her own educational journey.  As a member of WMU’s Lee Honors College, Holecko was focused on finding a thesis topic that tapped into her … while also making a difference. During this time, Holecko was also searching for a part-time job. That is how she …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/10/digital-marketingjosie-holeckomiboba

Byrd-Jacobs appointed Graduate College interim dean

News

… has served as Graduate College dean since 2012, will assume the role of special assistant to the provost beginning … Dr. Stapleton’s passion for graduate students. I look forward to continuing that enthusiasm.” Byrd-Jacobs joined … has published 27 peer-reviewed research articles, secured nearly $2 million in grant funding and served as sole …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/05/53488

Leveling up experience-driven learning opportunities

W Magazine

… the dissection process. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—It may be summer, but Dr. Lisa Baker 's lab is filled with the excitement … in your chosen career and experience the challenges and rewards firsthand.  "Experiential learning isn't just a resume … recipients represents a diverse array of disciplines from nearly every college. Their projects create transformative …

https://wmich.edu/news/2024/06/75848

Most Americans don’t eat worms … yet!

Haworth College of Business

… Most Americans don’t eat worms … yet! Food fuels our bodies and has always been an important manifestation of identity, culture … in little physical space with minimal use of pesticides and water and no discernable environmental impact. Insect …

https://wmich.edu/business/zofo

Dream realized for Western alum working on Marvel's 'WandaVision'

News

… Dream realized for Western alum working on Marvel's 'WandaVision' Submitted by Erin Flynn on LOS … him a spot in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). "I've wanted to work on those big projects for forever," says … two decades ago when he was applying to college. An avid gamer as a kid, he initially thought about pursuing a career …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/02/63090

Finding opportunity amid crisis: Preparing teachers for a strong future

W Magazine

… the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, access to the internet was a common discussion. Districts took different approaches … or tablets to students and offering mobile Wi-Fi in some areas. What to do with the technology made available, however, was a less common discussion. “You can give people access to …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/03/63902

Faculty, grad students travel to Japan to explore pandemic response

College of Arts and Sciences

… Covell , chair of Western Michigan University's Department of Comparative Religion , has a deep passion for Japan … for University faculty rather than students. "I’ve always found the study abroad trips with students to be … ‘study abroad-like’ trip with faculty," says Covell. "This was a rare opportunity to bring faculty members who are not …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70129

Restricted ATP

College of Aviation

… certificate with reduced aeronautical experience if they meet certain requirements. The requirements an individual … cannot credit pilot training completed outside of WMU toward the instrument or commercial courses and qualify for … institution.  If instrument or commercial pilot training was completed at the prior institution, that training must …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/academics/aviation-flight-science/r-atp

WMU to confer more than 2,400 degrees during spring commencement

News

… WMU to confer more than 2,400 degrees during spring commencement Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on … Saturday, April 28 , in Miller Auditorium. WMU President Edward Montgomery will officiate during the four ceremonies. … live on a large screen in 2028 Brown Hall , which is near Miller. Students participating in graduation exercises …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46521

WMU Libraries awards 10 grants to help reduce textbook costs for students

University Libraries

… WMU Libraries awards 10 grants to help reduce textbook costs for students Submitted by Sara Volmering on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The University Libraries has awarded seven Open Educational Resources (OER) adoption …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/12/73818