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Why I Chose WMU
College of Aviation
… When I toured Western Michigan University, initially, I was not impressed with Kalamazoo, which is where main campus is located. I did not like the atmosphere compared to the cities other schools … minutes north of Kalamazoo. In the fall, I spend all of my free time hunting. West Michigan is great for hunting, …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/blog/2014/12/why-i-chose-wmu
Sky Broncos: On the Road to Nationals
College of Aviation
… to me for a lot of reasons. For one, I knew they offered free flight time. With how expensive it is to gain all the … in NIFA, are always willing to help someone else they know has put so much time into their passion. I knew the … for regionals. S.C.A.N. focuses on private pilot knowledge and cross country planning. Being on the team …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/blog/2015/02/sky-broncos-on-road-nationals
The Importance of Networking
College of Aviation
… Managment and Operations I have gone through college knowing the definition of networking but never really devoted … and I was fortunate enough to attend the convention for free this year, due to the USP scholarship. The OBAP … convention, before I even had the opportunity to bring my luggage to my room, I was introduced to Dominique Mosley, the …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/blog/2015/09/importance-networking
Making Walking Safer for Pedestrians
College of Arts and Sciences
… Dr. Ron Van Houten says. “People won’t walk places if it’s not safe.” Over his 30-year career, he has spent … get them to reduce their speed. When the signs contained no message, traffic slowed down 30 percent; with a message, … it would be before the sign changed to “Walk.” They later noticed the company had come out with signs that counted …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news-vanhouten-safer-walking
Most WMU offices closed Labor Day weekend
News
… Most WMU offices closed Labor Day weekend Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Except for essential and … Monday, Sept. 3-5, are: the Bernhard Information Desk, Biggby Coffee, Buster's/Textbook Alley, Santorini Grill and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/08/34340
Western’s Distinguished Teaching Award recipient engages learning inside and outside of the classroom
News
… by Deanne Puca on Dr. David Rudge KALAMAZOO, Mich.—An innovative and recognized educator, Western Michigan … recipient of the Distinguished Teaching Award and will be honored during the Fall Award Celebration Friday, Sept. 29 . … his passion and determination to perfect his craft, I have no doubt that Dr. Rudge will continue to drive toward even …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/09/72645
Certification Procedures
Registrar's Office
… copy of your separation papers, DD-214 or an original Notice of Basic Eligibility from your reserve unit. Contact … to registering for classes before each semester. Courses not required for your degree program will not be certified with the VA. Once you know your classes can …
https://wmich.edu/registrar/students/veterans/certification
'Book of Mormon' to anchor Miller Auditorium's 2016-17 PNC Broadway series
News
… Auditorium's 2016-17 PNC Broadway series Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on WMU's Miller Auditorium KALAMAZOO, … an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. "Rodgers …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30808
School of Communication ranked a top master’s degree-granting program based on faculty research
College of Arts and Sciences
… based on faculty research productivity. WMU is ranked No. 14—the highest in the state of Michigan—out of 128 … highlighted in this article illustrate what we’ve long known at WMU,” says Dr. Leigh Ford, School of Communication …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/masterscomm
Grant allows study of road salt’s influence in lakes
College of Arts and Sciences
… surface area, but is very deep. Stormwater sewers drain runoff, so whatever is put onto the street gets channeled into … mix: “because there is so much salt at the bottom, the lake no longer turns over,” Koretsky said. “The wind is not able to mix it — it doesn’t mix now to the deepest part …
https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news-road-salt-research