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Haworth College of Business

… Durant Being vulnerable “I had a situation in my first couple of years of leading a major client relationship where … the account,” says Durant. “Though I could have chalked it up to the management turnover, which was definitely a big …

https://wmich.edu/business/durant2018

WMU alumni entrepreneurs reveal how they built their businesses

News

… enterprise "The world of an entrepreneur and startup business is full of pivots," says Adam McFarlin , a 2008 … a business is a critical feature of our economy, and startup activity is a standard gauge of economic vibrancy. "Young … As with many entrepreneurs, Brandon Zavala's first and biggest pivot was leaving a steady job to pursue his startup. …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/05/47050

Campus History Part I

Planning, Space Management and Capital Projects

… History Part I On May 27, 1902, Governor Aaron T. Bliss signed the Michigan Legislature bill authorizing Michigan’s … Hill, overlooking the city, accessible either by walking up from Davis Street on the east or via Asylum Road (now … conflicts on and around West Michigan Avenue were a significant problem. In 1970 a " Campus Development Plan " …

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Nutrition and dietetics students share healthy eating habits with community youth

College of Education and Human Development

… and dietetics master's program. HCPP students fill empty cups with sugar to guess how much is in an unhealthy drink. … trivia game.  KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Through the Michigan GEAR UP summer camp, high school students participating in the … populations by mentoring high school students from those groups. Supported by a partnership between the WMU College of …

https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71963

From pastries to promotions: Elaina Lee’s path to food marketing

Haworth College of Business

… of spending time in the kitchen with her family. She grew up baking and knew she wanted to make a career of it. In the … worked closely with Lee as she learned new skills and supported her as she worked independently on the various … a year-long category management internship at the Kellogg Company and she is excited for the opportunity to learn …

https://wmich.edu/business/elaina-lee

Travel the world without leaving Michigan at 29th annual International Festival

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… by international students in campus kitchens under the supervision of WMU Dining Services employees. For the first … from 96 countries and has many international student groups. The groups hosting this year's event are: Afghan Student …

https://wmich.edu/news/2018/02/45418

Bronco Spotlight: Madison Thurston

Career and Student Employment Services

…   Bachelor of Business Administration in integrated supply management, 2020 Supply Chain Representative for … the resources on campus and off. The Zhang Career Center, Signature Program, SPuRS Program, Greek Community, and the … I gained along the way. Which of your skills had the biggest impact on your success? The skill I find most …

https://wmich.edu/career/madisonthurston

Bronco Spotlight: Olyvea Davis

Career and Student Employment Services

… but relates to all aspects of digital marketing--from web design and content to metrics and coding. In my position, I … for the top positions).   Which of your skills had the biggest impact on your success?   Being open to new ideas and … down your career interests even more! Lastly, don't give up. It's really hard and you're probably not going to get …

https://wmich.edu/career/olyveadavis

Bronco Spotlight: Kevin Stolarski

Career and Student Employment Services

… an aircraft technician deals with the maintenance and the up keeping of regional commercial airplanes based at O'Hare … by our maintenance department. I am responsible for signing the release of the airplanes after they are fixed or … bore you to death with information. They specifically designed the course to help you understand what you are going …

https://wmich.edu/career/kevinstolarski

Leadership Development Program

Family and Consumer Sciences

… description The leadership development program (LDP) is designed for individuals who have a strong commitment to … or field experience for the academic year under the supervision of a community college, local, or regional school … need for the specific activity(ies), process and products designed to improve the quality of career preparation programs …

https://wmich.edu/familyconsumer/career-tech-ed-ldp