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Joe R. Chapel obituary
News
… Michigan University faculty member, died Dec. 1 . He was 73. Chapel joined the WMU faculty in 1965 and retired in 2000 after 35 years of service to the University. He was an associate professor of teaching, learning and …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/12/3354
Western advisor receives Patriot Award for support of military student
College of Education and Human Development
… Western advisor receives Patriot Award for support of military student Submitted by Chris … Mich.—Western Michigan University's Derek Andree was recognized by the Office of the Secretary of Defense on … "You're juggling a lot of balls when you're in the service, and you really appreciate somebody who understands …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/05/75573
Trustees approve retirements of five faculty, five staff members
News
… status. Their names, positions, years of continuous service and effective dates of retirement are: Dr. Stephen … resignations The faculty members resigning are: Dr. Michael A. Famiano , associate professor of physics, effective … along with their old and new positions, are: Dr. R. Wayne Fuqua , from chairperson of psychology to professor of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7674
Multihyphenate alumna Kelly Burris is a highflyer
W Magazine
… chair of the University’s Board of Trustees, has been an aerospace engineer, a licensed pilot and an intellectual … sets at her Detroit-based IP law firm. In a unique “fly-to” service model, Burris pilots her own Daher TBM 940 … she says. Burris’ vision and hard work have paid off. Her award-winning firm has served more than 600 clients—from …
https://wmich.edu/magazine/news/2026/06/alumna-trustee-kelly-burris-profile
Plan ahead: Here are campus office hours for Thanksgiving 2025 recess
News
… days Nov. 27-28 since the University continues to provide services during Thanksgiving recess. Represented employees … ) through Nov. 30 . The pool and sauna and the climbing wall will be closed Nov. 26-30 . Unified Clinics will … reopen for regular hours beginning at 8 a.m. on Dec. 1. Waldo Library will close at 5 p.m. on Nov. 26 and will …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/11/thanksgiving-2025-recess-0
George Coy obituary
News
… Michigan University staff member, died Thursday, Aug. 9. He was 84. Coy, of Portage, Mich., joined WMU in January 1972 and retired after nearly 21 years of service to the University in December 1992. He worked for … the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Battle Creek. Services A memorial service with full military honors will …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/08/1273
WMU named a top school for an MBA by The Princeton Review
Haworth College of Business
… in creating the final rankings. WMU Haworth’s MBA program was given high marks for its flexible schedule for working … opportunities for experiential learning, excellent career services, and positive feedback from their customers, their …
https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/07/princeton-review-mba
Western celebrates contributions of student employees with awards, appreciation week
News
… Western celebrates contributions of student employees with awards, appreciation week Submitted by Erin Flynn on … specialist in Western’s Career and Student Employment Services office. In the 2024-25 academic year, WMU … to 1 p.m . at the College of Aviation in Battle Creek. Awards Each year, the University recognizes exemplars in …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/04/western-celebrates-student-employee-appreciation-week-2026
Avis M. Sparks obituary
News
… Michigan University staff member, died March 11 . She was 92. Sparks was hired full time by WMU in 1967 and retired in 1984 after more than 16 years of service to the University. At the time of her retirement, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/04/6512
Jack J. Frey obituary
News
… faculty member, died unexpectedly Wednesday, May 8 . He was 91. Frey came to WMU in 1951 as a vocal music teacher … professor emeritus of music after more than 36 years of service to the University. Music was his profession, his passion and his life. He initially …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/05/7147