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Interdisciplinary faculty cohort works to expand project-based learning at WMU
News
… Interdisciplinary faculty cohort works to expand project-based learning at WMU Submitted by Erin … with PBL Works, we are taking a significant step toward enhancing experiential learning at WMU," says Alyssa … certification in August. "This certification program is a testament to our dedication to innovative teaching practices …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/interdisciplinary-faculty-project-based-learning-wmux
WMU students claim top spots at DECA competition
Haworth College of Business
… WMU students claim top spots at DECA competition Submitted by Stacey Lowis on … competition in Louisville, Kentucky, WMU Haworth students tested their skills in a variety of competition … without clearly informing employees about changes to the way performance is being measured . Liam Zoli of Canton, …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/05/deca-competition-2026
Philanthropic opportunities uncorked with new WMU wine
News
… with new WMU wine Submitted by Stacey Lowis on Left to right: Dr. Derrick McIver, Joe Newman, Dr. Doug Lepisto, … launching a cause-driven, micro-local wine in Michigan was feasible. Students in Western Michigan University's … McIver says. "Working with businesses in a practical way allows students to experience true accomplishment. The …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/10/55583
Why I Give: David and Sandy Rozelle
W Magazine
… on David, MSA ‘75, and Sandy Rozelle, MA ‘73, are dedicated to putting the education of younger generations within … and distinction. During his teaching career, Rozelle was a chair of the department as well as the faculty advisor … the place that had given us so much.” A heart of brown and gold In addition to supporting Broncos, two of his biggest …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/11/73396
Adjunct jazz professor Duane Davis wins prestigious Ellis Marsalis, Jr. Educator of the Year Award
Jazz Studies
… Duane Davis wins prestigious Ellis Marsalis, Jr. Educator of the Year Award Submitted by Brandi Engel on Duane Davis, second from … for over 30 years, spending most of these at the helm of Gold Company II (GCII). Under Davis’s leadership and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74753
Why I Give: Barry Zurell Roberts
W Magazine
… Submitted by Megan Looker on “I have thousands of photos from my days at WMU. I used to go to parties or social … and then I’d go to the next event to ask students if they wanted to buy any prints. This was before digital … deemed unsafe for humans. Still going for the brown and gold As a first-generation college student with five …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74813
Innovation alert: AI marketing projects help students thrive
Haworth College of Business
… headlines. But how do faculty effectively teach students to use AI so they are prepared for the demands of their … Western Michigan University Teaching and Learning, which awarded a series of mini-grants for AI teaching innovation. … marketing strategies that combine human intuition with machine intelligence. Emphasis is placed on critical …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/02/ai-marketing-grants
Aviation maintenance professional wins regional accolade
News
… on Austin KALAMAZOO— Scott E. Austin , maintenance director for Western Michigan University's College of Aviation , … Technician of the Year. A national General Aviation Awards program accolade, the honor puts him in the running … In this role, he also directs the University's Part 145 repair station for limited instruments and radio. Austin …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/02/5054
Doctoral duet: Ph.D. student channels jazz legend and mentor Wynton Marsalis in his dissertation
W Magazine
… Doctoral duet: Ph.D. student channels jazz legend and mentor … played for the first time ever in Kalamazoo in February. “I was just amazed at how he was able to integrate Black church spirituality and jazz …
https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/doctoral-duet-millard-southern-wynton-marsalis-jazz-dissertation
From the classroom to the community: Broncos Lead graduate puts her communication lessons to work at local nonprofit
W Magazine
… From the classroom to the community: Broncos Lead graduate puts her … internet. But translating the dream into reality isn’t always an easy task. “I might have had a certain idea going … communication. “It’s been very eye-opening in the best way.” Mulock helped the organization expand its reach …
https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/broncos-lead-internship-kalamazoo-loaves-fishes-grace-mulock