WAI Great Lakes Chapter

Aviation Outlook Day – The Premier Aviation Career Fair is just around the corner, and spots are filling up fast! This is THE event that can connect your company with the brightest, most ambitious aviation students who are eager to take the next step in their careers. Since your organization participated last year, you already know the value of connecting with the brightest, most ambitious aviation students. ?? Date: Friday, April 4, 2025 ?? Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Location: WMU College of Aviation, Battle Creek, MI Why You Can’t Miss This: Engage with the Future Leaders of Aviation: Meet and recruit top-tier students who are ready to make an impact in the industry. Incredible Value: For just $150, you can showcase your company at one of the premier aviation career fairs in collegiate aviation. This is an exceptional opportunity to connect with high-quality candidates at a fraction of the cost of other recruitment events. Limited Exhibitor Spots: The Exhibitor registration ($150) is filling up rapidly, and space is limited. Don’t miss your chance to secure your spot! Plant the Seed for the Future: Even if your company isn’t hiring at this time, this is the perfect opportunity to begin building relationships with a highly active group of future aviation professionals. Lay the groundwork for future recruitment needs and ensure your company stays top of mind for when the time comes. Boost Your Visibility: Showcase your company’s brand to the next generation of aviation professionals. Network with Influencers and Talent: This is your opportunity to form connections that could shape your company’s future. Bonus Opportunity: Stick around for the WMU Fly-In on April 6, hosted by the Alpha Eta Rho Theta Chapter! It’s the perfect chance to engage with students in a relaxed, social atmosphere. For more details or to RSVP, contact Alpha Eta Rho at [email protected]. ?? Deadline Approaching! ?? Don’t let this incredible opportunity slip through your fingers. Sign up today to guarantee your spot before it’s too late! ?? https://lnkd.in/gQ2rFPcr Let’s take aviation to new heights, together! ??

The Women’s Aviation Career Symposium (WACS) celebrated their seventh year that included over 300 participants and record-breaking scholarships awarded to women pursuing careers in aviation. We were able to showcase over 90 representatives from different aviation companies, schools, and organizations from the Great Lakes region. WACS awarded $50,000 in scholarships to 15 women. The conference featured time for meeting and networking with local industry companies, organizations, schools, and professional women in aviation. The event featured hands-on maintenance workshops, aircraft simulator sessions in a Cirrus G7 Series single-engine aircraft and a Boeing 737, and a drone workshop. Professional development workshops provided valuable information to attendees which included?scholarship applications, internship opportunities, resume writing and review, and careers in air traffic control, pilot pathways, and maintenance. The highlight of the event was keynote speaker Jasmin Moghbeli, a NASA astronaut and Marine Corps test pilot. Moghbeli commanded the SpaceX Crew-7 mission to the International Space Station. Attendees were inspired to keep pursing their dreams no matter what obstacles came in their path.

So Tom Thinnes and I are working on creating a Business Aviation Day at WMU's College of Aviation this year (Sep 26th 10am-2pm). Think of it as a business aviation exclusive version of Aviation Outlook Day. I know a lot of you are pilots/maintenance/schedulers/etc at corporate departments or companies that facilitate services to departments and we would love you to join us for this first ever event! Details are that there is no charge to represent your department or company. There may be sponsorship opportunities but no requirement to do so. No requirement to bring an airplane though there will be ramp space should you want to. This is not a career fair but more of an education to the students the opportunities that are out there, however should you have interest in using it to find candidates that is up to you. Each company will be given their own space including a display table again free of charge. We would love to have participation from departments regardless of their proximity, so if you are interested, or know a department who might be interested, please contact myself or Tom. Feel free to PM me if you want more information!!

???? Calling All Future Engineers & Scientists! ???? Are you ready to build, create, and fly? The Science Technology & Engineering Preview Summer (STEPS) Camp is an exciting hands-on experience for rising 6th, 7th and 8th graders! ?? Build & assemble your own radio-controlled airplane ?? Learn the science behind flight & engineering ?? Work with teams and skilled mentors ?? Fly your plane at a certified airfield by week’s end! This one-of-a-kind camp sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and empowers students to see what they’re truly capable of. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to explore STEM in action! ?? Spots are limited—Sign up here today! #STEM #FutureEngineers #STEPSCamp #PCEOutreach

Join our team! We are currently accepting positions for the following: - Chief Firefighter - Rescue Firefighter Visit www.grr.org/employment to apply.

Happy International Women’s Day from #WomeninAviationInternational ?? Today, we celebrate the remarkable achievements, contributions, and leadership of women around the world. Let’s continue to uplift and empower each other, today and every day, as we work toward a world where every woman can thrive. #IamWAI #WeAreWAI #WAITogether #InternationalWomensDay #Aviation #Aerospace #WomeninAviationInternational #WomenInAviation

The 2025 MBAA/MBAF Scholarship window is open! Applications are due by 4/4/2025! Open to Pilots, Mechanics, and Management Students! Use the link below and apply today! https://lnkd.in/gUwJ6tUr

Calling all students: GLC Airports Conference planning team wants you! This is an invaluable opportunity for networking and recognition throughout our chapter. March 31st is the deadline to get me your resumes for application. Fun fact: since starting with the internship program in 2022, several interns have either applied or received job opportunities from industry attendees. It helps that we can put faces and efforts attached to resumes!! #airportoperations #glcaaae #studentengagement

Registration is NOW OPEN for the WAI Great Lakes Chapter’s Girls in Aviation Day - Grand Rapids 2025! Save the date for Sep 20! We need your teams’ help creating an unforgettable experience! Consider hosting a station with your team! More info available here: https://lnkd.in/eBmUcwR6 We’re actively recruiting sponsors and organizations to host exhibit stations, but volunteer and registration links are also open. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eBaH3P-a

??Congratulations to Samantha Spencer on winning the WAl Harvard University Emerging Leaders Scholarship! Samantha Spencer is the Operations Manager at South Bend International Airport.?? When asked what she is most thrilled about, Samantha said: "I am most excited to gain the tools to navigate the strategic aspects that shape the future of this industry I am both passionate and proud to be a part of. I also look forward to learning from the best at Harvard and connecting with women who are shaping aviation. I truly believe this course will position me as a stronger driving force in the industry's evolution and a more impactful champion for rising leaders." Congratulations Samantha! We are so proud of you!?????