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Interdisciplinary faculty cohort works to expand project-based learning at WMU

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… 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

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… 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

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… 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