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There “Arndt” Reasons to Skydive? Teagan Works to Maintain and Jump

College of Aviation

… could say that she is aviation-ready from the ground floor up. Request Info about the WMU College of Aviation Arndt … been the membership officer for the organization, a role designed to help new and prospective teammates enter that …  The adrenalin you get before a jump and in the ride up is like nothing I've ever experienced." Etched in her …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/blog/2020/10/arndt

Michael Coldagelli’s “Go For Shot” – Attend WMU and Pursue an Aviation Career

College of Aviation

… class of 1954.  After his military service, Harding ended up as the executive vice president of marketing for -- where … to 1987 before it merged with Delta Air Lines.  "I always begged him to share stories of his time flying and working at … organization is headquartered in Orlando, Fla., and up until 2011 had been known as the Campus Crusade for …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/blog/2021/04/coldagelli

Jumping In and Out with Keaton Jeffrey: Aviation Technical Operations Student, Sky Dive Bronco Member and RAI Jets Intern

College of Aviation

… Chicago during their spring 2021 freshman year Growing up, Jeffrey said he became fascinated by the "unknown" … the team's chosen apparel.  Any member can offer a design and once that is chosen by the organization, Jeffrey takes it from there to production.  His first assignment -- the latest Skydive Bronco winter beanie.    …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/blog/2022/03/jeffrey

Head Banging with Helen Hoffman – Music Aficionado, Soon-To-Be Professional Pilot, and Student Extraordinaire

College of Aviation

… (advanced placement) classes," Hoffman says, "and with a couple of online courses, I was able to graduate one year … was orchestrated by Amelia Earhart, who served as the group's first president.  Of the 117 female licensed pilots at … Getting knocked down and continuing to get back up was tough, but I am so proud of how far I have come.  …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/blog/2022/02/hoffman

A Career Couple: Karleigh Pleyer and Mitch Whitcomb Climb the Ranks as Professional Pilots

College of Aviation

… A Career Couple: Karleigh Pleyer and Mitch Whitcomb Climb the Ranks as … they both worked as certified fight instructors for Superior Aviation Gateway, which is based at the executive … ceremony Aviation had also intrigued Whitcomb growing up.  "I was amazed at both military aircraft from World War …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/alumni/blog/2023/02/karleighandmitch

Joshua Yoweni’s Voyage of Vowels: Aviation, Excitement, Indonesia, Obstacles, and University

College of Aviation

… in Jayapura, "my mom sang a short tune about 'when I grew up, I would become a pilot.'"  That seemed impossible for … "Being able to fly a big bird that is almost 1,000 times bigger than the normal human seemed just awesome to me," he … a pilot would be to go home to Indonesia."  Yoweni and his significant other, enjoying a a nice sunny day with their …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/blog/2023/02/yoweni

Expedited counseling psychology master’s program now offered to meet industry demand

College of Education and Human Development

… at WMU in behavioral science or psychology can enroll in up 12 credit hours that count toward a master’s degree, …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/08/72294

All Life is Learning – November 2023

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… to top Membership and Marketing Gift-giving Time is Coming Up!  Gift-giving time is coming up, and we have the perfect … for 2024. Our next destinations will combine suggestions from your travel feedback surveys, AAA, and the … is the rate at which our bodies burn calories. The two most significant factors in determining your metabolism are lean …

https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/november-2023

Campus construction projects enhancing safety, accessibility and green space

News

… by Deanne Puca on Construction workers are finishing up a new pedestrian bridge on campus. KALAMAZOO, … It will provide more than 350 spaces. Two floors are designated for Arcadia Flats resident parking, while all the … halls and the Student Center. These projects represent a significant transformation of WMU's campus, enhancing …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/08/campus-construction-projects-enhancing-safety-accessibility-green-space

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Make a Difference Awards

… University employees from the following employee groups are eligible for Make a Difference awards. Staff … is presented twice a year, in the fall and spring, and up to 15 eligible staff members may receive the award at … of Semiannual Award recipients, . Additional information supporting Annual Award candidates is due May 31. Nature of …

https://wmich.edu/makeadifference/guidelines