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… cars to complex jet engines to Virgin Galactic ! Growing up in Farmington, MI, Vriesinga’s “drive” usually revolved … came from the inside. Looking back, she said, “My biggest challenge in school was being too proud. I didn’t like … of judgment calls to be made from the shop floor, followed up by engineers for formal documentation. Additionally, I …

… Airplanes, Students, and Camaraderie: Tracey Kauppila Keeps Her Head in the Clouds and Eyes on the Prize WMU Aviation staff member Tracey Kauppila and the greatest college mascot there is: Buster … last 18 years, if there has been a project to manage, an assignment to get done, an activity to shepherd, or to serve …

… seemed to doubt my ability to succeed, she never gave up on me.  I never wanted to let her down.  She always … I went to classes and then to Waldo Library to complete assignments."  2019 WMU College of Aviation Alumnus, Arvin … to shift supervisor, his current position where he now assigns live flights, performs random audits of flight plans, …

… Information Russell and her WMU roommate, Caroline, supporting the Broncos at the first football game of the … what makes them tick -- at an early age.  Seeing the planes up close sparked my interest.  I knew I wanted to fly them … one of the largest merit-based stipends in the nation.  Up to 20 are awarded each academic year and, over a typical …

… and equipment. Major duties Reviews work orders and assigns maintenance or repairs to appropriate staff. Maintains … vehicle repair and maintenance manuals are complete and up to date. Manages the department budget including … amortization schedules. Hires, trains, evaluates and supervises staff and student employees in compliance with a …

… private piano lessons at Crescendo Academy, as well as group piano lessons to grades 2-5 at Spring Valley Elementary … to give each student exactly what they need, which in a group piano setting can be challenging. Finding the perfect … development? The work I did as a grad assistant ended up being the very work I was hired to do at a professional …

… enjoy, and learn. The most challenging part is coming up with methods to promote inclusion and diversity in my … the learning experience.   Which of your skills had the biggest impact on your success?   The skills I gathered while …

… classroom and work with them or I pull them in small groups. What is the most rewarding and the most challenging … job is the amount of paperwork that I have to do which ends up getting done on my own time outside of school hours. If …

… and time management.   Which of your skills had the biggest impact on your success?   One of the best decisions I … opportunity to serve as a GL accountant and worked my way up to Senior Accounting / Credit Manager. All of these … you are learning in the classroom, and you will be setup for success!  See other Spotlights …

… out to grow it. I provide one-point contact service to supply any and all logistics needs.   I am now a Prospecting … The most challenging part of the job is keeping your head up during the tough days or multiple no's you get.   What …