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Accessing Aviation with Amanda Charlton – Crusing Towards a High Flying Career

College of Aviation

… pilot -- Regan Lezotte -- didn't hurt either.  Request WMU College of Aviation Information Amanda Charlton in a WMU Cirrus SR20 flying to Chicago Midway International … who now has senior status in only her “second year” at WMU as a dual major in aviation flight science and aviation …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/03/charlton

Western Michigan University ranked top education employer in Michigan

News

… Erin Flynn on Forbes ranked Western based on responses from WMU employees on criteria ranging from paths to professional … through holistic, Experience-Driven Learning,” says WMU President Russ Kavalhuna .   A total of 75 employers … education—made the list of top places to work in Michigan; WMU ranked No. 16 overall.   Western employs nearly 4,000 …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/top-ranking-forbes-best-state-employers-2025

Native American Student Organization recognized as exemplar in diversity and inclusion

News

… unique perspectives, benefits and resources to improve WMU and Kalamazoo as a whole. Our focus as Native people has … Native American Student Organization has a long history at WMU,” says Dr. Candy McCorkle-Boughton , vice president for … years, NASO has focused on rebuilding relationships between WMU and our Native and Indigenous communities. It is my hope …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/09/excellence-diversity-award-2025-native-american-student-organization

Board of Trustees Chair James Bolger's April 23 remarks

Board of Trustees

… Board of Trustees Chair James Bolger's April 23 remarks WMU Board of Trustees April 23, 2020, meeting: Chair James … our Constitutional responsibilities very seriously so that WMU remains resilient, relevant and ready to successfully …

https://wmich.edu/trustees/board-trustees-chair-james-bolgers-april-23-remarks

Cybersecurity student is unlocking opportunities and finding success

Cybersecurity

… that Al Rasbi seeks as part of his college education at WMU. He relishes solving problems and is excited about the … a leading tech firm, he is also grateful for the welcoming WMU community that has made his time in Kalamazoo a success. … cybersecurity program at wmich.edu/cybersecurity . For more WMU news, arts and events , visit  WMU News online. …

https://wmich.edu/cybersecurity/news/2025/07/aus-al-rasbi-cybersecurity

The Art of Aviation: Julie Thiele's Journey to Alaska Airlines

College of Aviation

… the allure of aviation was like a fine wine. It took time.  WMU Alumna and Alaska Airlines pilot Julie Thiele Growing up … I’m pretty sure I shocked him.” On a whim, Thiele headed to WMU with some fellow students who were attending orientation … if the decision was fostered by the recommendation of WMU counselors, or if she just thought it would be neat! …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2016/03/thiele

Winning with Warner: Scott's Aviation Management Maturation

College of Aviation

… so interested in aviation – but I’m glad I did!” Request WMU College of Aviation Information Unlike some students, … with his bachelor of science in 2011, Warner’s time at WMU wasn’t finished. Soon after walking across Miller … which continues to be built upon today. “As a member of the WMU Aviation staff,” he stated, “I truly enjoyed working …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/02/warner-0

Alexis Brown: Achieving Excellence in Aviation

College of Aviation

… scholarship to Western Michigan University . Request WMU Aviation Information! The aviation part of the equation … way to a 2011 degree in aviation flight science from the WMU College of Aviation. "I am more of a hands-on learner," … of the list of teachers is flight instructor, and fellow WMU alumni, Keith Pierson.  "I could write a book about all …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/04/brown

Cruising with Captain Cooper – Heather’s Ups and Downs in Aviation

College of Aviation

… It was the best of times, it was the worst of times -- and WMU College of Aviation alumna Heather Cooper has … Creek International Airport -- and closer to the WMU home campus.   WMU Aviation Alumna, Captain Heather Cooper on her favorite …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/11/cooper

DePuy is the Guy! Finding his path and overcoming challenges, Brian lands at Envoy Air

College of Aviation

… DePuy has the life experiences to prove that.  For the WMU College of Aviation alumnus who now flies as a first … work room walls are plastered with rejection slips. 2017 WMU Aviation Alumnus Brian Depuy "I have been denied … a positive learning experience."  Depuy preparing to fly a WMU Cirrus SR20 DePuy was raised in Naperville, Ill., which …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/07/depuy