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The Concept of Home

Study Abroad

… different places. I felt at home in Holland where I grew up, in Kalamazoo during my first year at WMU, here in … we can figure it out together.        Written by: Maggie Neuman Major: Business Location: Burgos, Spain I’ve … conversation! All of these common areas as well as group tours brought people in the hostel together which allowed …

https://wmich.edu/studyabroad/blog/2019/12/conceptofhome

Jason Anthony’s Allstate Avionics Aviation Ascension

College of Aviation

… Allstate Avionics Aviation Ascension Jason Anthony grew up in the vicinity of where he would polish his employment … But it wasn't an exact route to Battle Creek's W. K. Kellogg Airport for the 2007 graduate of Gull Lake High School . … maintenance.  Family and friends would be close by if any support was needed for the veteran. Easing the way for …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/alumni/blog/2020/06/anthony

Study Abroad Alumni Feature

Study Abroad

… a better version of myself. "             What was the biggest impact that study abroad left on you? "The biggest impact is really how I feel my experiences changed me. … with my friends/family and I finally felt like I was living up to my true potential. My heart still soars when I get a …

https://wmich.edu/studyabroad/blog/2020/09/alumni-kelly

Going above and beyond to support instructors

University Libraries

… Going above and beyond to support instructors Western Michigan University rapidly … individuals with untapped talent and the ability to make significant contributions were identified,” said Andrew … fall semesters. After some training, team members were assigned roles in instructional design, course building, user …

https://wmich.edu/library/updates/2020/10/going-above

Riding High with Adam Rice

College of Aviation

… University , which is not too far from where Rice grew up in Naperville near Chicago. (2) An uncle, a private pilot … career go hand-in-hand.  I get to be a part of something bigger than myself.  I get to work with incredible people. …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/alumni/blog/2020/10/rice

Weight Stigma: Supporting Emotional Wellness During COVID-19

Public Health

… Weight Stigma: Supporting Emotional Wellness During COVID-19 Key Points: - … suffering in people who experience weight stigma. - Support emotional wellness by using identified wellness … worse about yourself.  Instead of feeling motivated to support your health, you feel depressed. First, please know …

https://wmich.edu/publichealth/blog/2020/10/blog-lockwood-womack

William Doe Delivers – From WMU to FedEx Express

College of Aviation

… College of Aviation in 2015 Because as a child growing up, Will Doe did more than his share of traveling, it seems … customer communications and related key duties.  Doe updated flight manuals as well.  He was then shifted to the … he faced similar duties as with Kalitta, but with a "much bigger operation, way more crew members, and a larger fleet of …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/alumni/blog/2021/08/doe

Air Zoo: Guest Experience Ambassador

College of Aviation

… experience is part of the reward. Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly); Part Time Measurables: Guest experience satisfaction, … commitment to a welcoming environment for all Learn and uphold the Air Zoo’s Core Values and Mission Interact in a … Experience and/or Manager Guest Experience Manager or designee. Be aware of equipment operation standards and …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/jobs/blog/2023/05/airzoo01

Any Einstein Can Fly a Plane. It takes a Special Kind to Jump Out of One – the SkyDive Broncos!

College of Aviation

… of five versions of university sky-diving/parachuting groups that date back to the 1960s, this one claims the … among members include nursing, psychology, industrial design, education and engineering.     Members of the SkyDive … debut drop or the 60th:  "For your first jump, you build up a lot of nervousness when heading to altitude.  The …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/blog/2023/10/skydive

Taking Off with Tom Deckard - An Aviation Life Fulfilled

College of Aviation

… infatuation with aviation was sparked after meeting a group of pilots at the local airport in Elkhart, Indiana.  This triggered something in him, and it wasn’t long before Deckard … to his classroom responsibilities, Deckard was also a Designated Federal Aviation Administration Pilot Examiner for …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/alumni/blog/2013/09/taking-off-tom-deckard-aviation-life-fulfilled