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CAS Student Interns with the Clinton Foundation
College of Arts and Sciences
She also emphasizes the importance of networking, especially for letters of recommendation, whether it’s to pursue a graduate degree or for career advancement. When asked what advice she would offer current WMU students considering internship experience Shember recommends using Bronco Jobs. She says it is a great jumping off point and allows access to a large database of internships, both on- and off-campus. She also stated that students should have an idea of what kind of industry or organization they see themselves in.
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/michelle-shember
Future of BTR Park subject of breakfast speaker presentation
WMU News
The private-sector firms that are located at the park are from three key business sectors—life sciences, advanced engineering and information technology. In just over 10 years, more than 40 private-sector businesses have located in the BTR Park, with more than 1,400 direct and indirect jobs retained or created. Of these businesses, nine have constructed facilities. The park is also home to the Southwest Michigan Innovation Center , a state-of-the-art, high-tech/wet lab business incubator, and the WMU Biosciences Research and Commercialization Center , which provides
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20063
WMU's nonprofit leadership program named best in nation
WMU News
Students in the WMU Nonprofit Leadership Student Association focused their application on recruitment, service learning, internships, the rigor of the WMU program, and involvement with the local community. "The students did a great job with their video, presentation and responses to the questions from the award committee," noted Janice Maatman , WMU campus director for the nonprofit minor program in WMU's School of Public Affairs and Administration.
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20904
Southwest Michigan slates 2015 Chávez dinner, awards program
WMU News
Head Start Program will receive the Chávez Social Justice Leadership Award. Kuchnicki has been the Michigan Director of Telamon's National Farmworker Jobs Program for the past five years. Telamon is a nonprofit organization that provides help with child care, employment, housing, education and community development.
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/03/22456
Wong to direct School of Music
WMU News
"It is with great enthusiasm that I welcome the opportunity to take on the role of director of the School of Music," Wong says. "Now, as director, I'm eager to turn my full attention to the continuing excellence of our program. David has done an exceptional job over the past seven years, bringing great creative energy and vision to the school, and working collaboratively with all the programs in the College of Fine Arts.
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/17139
State group elects WMU executive to vice presidential post
WMU News
That comprehensive office empowers students to develop the skills necessary for reaching their career goals and provides employment services, career fairs, career advising, campus employment, and assistance with writing resumes and cover letters and formulating successful job-search strategies. In 1985, Kelly-Albertson joined WMU's staff and the Division of Student Affairs as coordinator of professional practice services. She was promoted to acting associate director of the Career Services office in 1992, director of the Student Employment Referral Service in 1994 and,
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/07/17565
WMU human resources student chapter wins national award
WMU News
The WMU chapter racked up Superior Merit Awards in 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011. All of the awards, including this year's Merit Award, recognize the chapter for an exceptional job in providing opportunities for growth and development of its student chapter members as well as partnership with the society, support of the human resource management profession and professional operation of the chapter.
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/06/16622
WMU's 26th annual Education Career Fair set
WMU News
Contact: Jeanne Baron April 1, 2014 Photo of career fair attendees. The 26th annual Education Career Fair is set for Monday, April 7. KALAMAZOO—Job opportunities for teachers will be showcased during Western Michigan University's 26th annual Education Career Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, April 7 , on campus in the East Ballroom of the Bernhard Center.
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/04/14738
Former trustee's book sheds light on lobbying
WMU News
And while he recognizes the unsavory view the public has of lobbyists, Franklin does not shy away from that view. "I run right at it," he said during the interview with the Battle Creek Enquirer. "There are only two jobs in America that are protected by the U.S. Constitution—yours [journalists] and mine. Whether you like us or don't like us, we're fundamental to the system.
https://wmich.edu/news/2015/01/20828
Maximizing Potential
Haworth College of Business
During his academic career at Western Michigan University, taking it slow and maximizing his potential is how he eventually crafted a successful international career as vice president of international human resources at Bloomin’ Brands. Trierweiler focuses on strategy rather than speed – a career is not a race, he says. His strategy for success emphasizes less concern for your job title, and more for how you can advance the company in that position. “Stop worrying about the short term. Focus on learning everything you can, look for ways to help the business, and good things
https://wmich.edu/business/trierweiler