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From Colorado to Kazoo - Maya Thornley's Aviation Elevation

College of Aviation

… From Colorado to Kazoo - Maya Thornley's Aviation Elevation Submitted by Tom Thinnes on When Maya Thornley was growing up, "Rocky Mountain High" was more than a John Denver song.  For her, it meant flying …

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

From Rockford to Republic - Marty Coaker's Aviation Journey

College of Aviation

… From Rockford to Republic - Marty Coaker's Aviation Journey Submitted by … Thinnes on Marty Coaker grew up in Rockford, MI.  Aviation was in his blood and he wanted to transcend the confines of … the National Championship was ours,” was one of his greatest memories.  Winning “was, and is always a team effort, …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/09/coaker

From Sun ‘n Fun to Air in Alaska – Chris Desmond’s Aviation Aspirations Continue to Soar

College of Aviation

… From Sun ‘n Fun to Air in Alaska – Chris Desmond’s Aviation Aspirations … rugged, magnificent beauty and unmatched environment have warmed his psyche and tempered his body's response to chilly … effect, what cold?  Chris Desmond at the Grosvenor Lodge, waiting on a customer But there's more to Desmond's affinity …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/05/desmond

Making Essential Studies Work For You

WMU Essential Studies

… Work For You Do you have a particular interest that isn't a topic in your major? Or are you seeking to improve your … your professional goals? Then, this is the list for you. Watch the short video and/or take a look at the examples … CS 4910 Software System Development II: Implementation, Test Colton: aviation flight science Colton is an aviation …

https://wmich.edu/essentialstudies/customize

Events

Military Science and Leadership

… Events In Army ROTC there is so much to learn and experience. You'll get a glimpse into military … Training Center in Battle Creek, Michigan. And, you can always find our ROTC table at any WMU open house, admitted … WMU campus tour (morning) Morning physical training Do you want to join current cadets for organized physical training? …

https://wmich.edu/rotc/events

WMU Advocates and Allies

Diversity and Inclusion

… WMU Advocates and Allies Committed to Gender Equity We are volunteers committed to supporting gender equity and equipping our community with …   Join Us! We meet monthly to educate ourselves and discuss ways to support gender equity. We welcome participation by …

https://wmich.edu/diversity/advocates

From Sweeper to Supply Chain: Wasinsky Lands Solid Aviation Career

College of Aviation

… From Sweeper to Supply Chain: Wasinsky Lands Solid Aviation Career … Michigan University’ College of Aviation, George “Chip” Wasinsky dreamed of the day his career would take off.  With …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2014/03/wasinsky

From the Windy City to WMU – Brett Been Takes to the Sky

College of Aviation

… From the Windy City to WMU – Brett Been Takes to the Sky Submitted by Tom … trips where kids have a chance to explore career options.  Waste of time, right? Not for Brett Been, destined to be a … have the same commitment.  It's aviation's version of The Golden Rule. "I always enjoyed mentoring students at WMU as …

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

From VP to FO – Logan Brown’s Involvement, Engagement and Internships Lead to Success

College of Aviation

… From VP to FO – Logan Brown’s Involvement, Engagement and … line, receivers, coaches, trainers -- right on down to the water boy. WMU graduate Logan Brown got that message and how … pilot is a lot of hard work as countless other alumni can attest," Brown says.  "It starts long before your first day of …

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

Get Up and Gokey: Garrett Marches His Way to Delta

College of Aviation

… Get Up and Gokey: Garrett Marches His Way to Delta Submitted by Tom Thinnes on For a long time, the Western Michigan University College of Aviation was music to the ears of Garrett Gokey.  Once enrolled, the …

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