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3D maps could help people with visual impairments navigate their world

W Magazine

… “Through trial and error, we decided just using the hallways would be the best approach for the smaller model, and … to the fourth-floor larger model,” says Barton. “We didn’t want the features to be too sharp or too jumbled, because … the team crafted models sturdy enough to withstand heavy use and detailed enough to be functional. “I’ve shown …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/12/57071

Airport and Aviation Extraordinaire: Ashley Lucas

College of Aviation

… Ashley Lucas Submitted by Tom Thinnes on While working her way through the WMU College of Aviation, Ashley Lucas admits … are following in her career path.  While majoring in what was then known as the aviation science and administration curriculum at Western, Lucas said she was aware of the college's Women in Aviation International …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/03/lucas

Props, Planes, and Police - The Abe Herr Story

College of Aviation

… of Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation, was surrounded by transportation.  Although the little city, … in Erie County near the northwest border of New York, was better known as a railroad town, it also had an aviation … Works, the railroad had a big impact on the city.  It was also the home of Charles F. Ritchel, who engineered a …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2013/12/herr

Rising from Republic Airways and Soaring with Spirit Airlines: Aaron Jones Climbs Higher

College of Aviation

… Rising from Republic Airways and Soaring with Spirit Airlines: Aaron Jones Climbs … spring 2010 graduate of the College of Aviation recently swapped captain's uniforms, ending a nearly 10-year stint with Republic Airways and changing into the colors of Spirit Airlines .  …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2023/09/ajones

Your past does not define your future: Logan Stuckhardt thrives at WMU

Haworth College of Business

… Haworth College of Business.  From a young age, Stuckhardt was faced with some challenging circumstances and had to … seeking out networking opportunities.” Beyond the classroom walls of WMU, Stuckhardt has experienced once-in-a-lifetime … Bunzl as a sales intern. My eight-week summer internship was jam packed, consisting of three outside sales shadow …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/09/sales-business-marketing-logan-stuckhardt-thrives

Enlightened aviation adventure creates path to success for alumnus

College of Aviation

… [caption align="right"] [/caption] YPSILANTI, Mich.—If you want an out-of-the-box thinker, then Eric Epplett is your … Eastwood's character in "Heartbreak Ridge" when "Gunny Highway" muttered that Marines are never stumped because they …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/03/58542

Closure Policy

Policies

… Staff: Offices/departments which must maintain staff on duty regardless of the conditions. Public Safety Robert M. … announcement of Closure, has reported in with sick leave, was scheduled to be on annual leave, who leaves work early, …

https://wmich.edu/policies/closure

Prestigious Competitive Scholarships for Undergraduate and Graduate Study

Lee Honors College

… Europe, Eurasia, Latin America and the Middle East. Boren Award amounts are based on the length of time the Boren … In exchange for scholarship and fellowship funding, Boren Award recipients commit to working in the federal government … books and living stipend. Eligibility: Veteran or active-duty military service members or their spouses pursuing a …

https://wmich.edu/honors/prestigious-scholarships

The Rise of Rochon – Randall’s Aviation Journey and The Power of Giving Back

College of Aviation

… schedule as a United Airlines (First Officer) based in Newark, N.J. and all kinds of volunteerism for the  OBAP , he … his initial hometown of New Iberia, La., to the state of Washington, he was introduced to flying.  That trip sparked … crew, ramp tower, operations, and the gate agents.  My duty was to make sure that everyone was in sync with that …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2019/09/rochon2019

Takeoffs and Touchdowns – Matt Thaler Scores with Delta

College of Aviation

… Both have made it "in The Bigs," "in The Show," "on Broadway." Davis plays in front of thousands of people and before … another link.  Thaler has the technical wherewithal to go watch Davis wherever he plays these days.  As a Bronco …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/08/thaler