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Finding Home with Hunter: Hayes Finds His Crew at WMU Aviation
College of Aviation
… took a tour of the technical-based school," he says. "I was excited about all of the components that the aviation … for what would be his eventual landing in higher education was a class trip to the College of Aviation's campus at what … Executive Airport at Kellogg Field in the spring of 2016. After his "discovery flight," Hayes said he knew he wanted a …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2021/03/hayes
Escalating Aviation Opportunities with Emma Hughes
College of Aviation
… Michigan University senior's case, she's taking a step that was beyond what was possible for those glass-ceiling smashers. Not only is … who brings with him a cadre of student ambassadors. After all, peer recruitment is as effective as peer pressure …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/emmahughes
WMU to purchase Newell Rubbermaid’s facility on Parkview Campus
News
… It will replace WMU’s Physical Plant building, which was built in 1921 and carries approximately $7.6 million in deferred maintenance. Newell Rubbermaid’s building was completed in 2014. It will become the new home of WMU facilities operations—facilities management, custodial services and maintenance. The acquisition will support …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2026/03/newell-rubbermaid-facility-purchase-parkview-campus
Flor De Lys Houston obituary
News
… University staff member, died Feb. 16 in Port Townsend, Washington. She was 95. Houston joined the WMU staff in 1969 and retired in 1985 after 16 years of service to the University. She was a library assistant at …
https://wmich.edu/news/2016/03/30904
International alumna brings bold vision to Spring Gala: A full circle moment for an MBA student turned community and corporate leader
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… It is her third time serving in this role. “I’ve always had two hats,” Li says with a laugh. “People at work … A dual career: Finance by weekday, artistry by weekend After graduation, Li joined Stryker and later Perrigo, where … audiences remember the story and emotion long after the music ends. Blending artistry, technology and cultural …
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2026/04/karin-li-global-alumna
Wilma J. (Napp) McNees obituary
News
… at Western Michigan University, died May 13 . She was 75. McNees, of Kalamazoo, joined the staff in 1980 and left in 1992 after 12 years of service to the University. She also was employed locally for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2013/06/7539
John D. Grace obituary
News
… died May 21 due to complications following a fall. He was 79. Grace joined the WMU faculty in 1969 and retired in 1997 as professor emeritus of geosciences after 27 years of service to the University. His work was featured in dozens …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/06/693
Western staff member recognized for support of military student
College of Education and Human Development
… Mich.—Western Michigan University's Christy Chambers was recognized by the Office of the Secretary Defense on … was nominated by a former student employee and Army reserve service member. "We're here to celebrate an employer who … including flexible schedules, time off prior to and after deployment, caring for families, and granting leaves …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/10/73164
Barbara A. Barton obituary
News
… professor emerita of social work, died June 15. She was 55. Barton, of Kalamazoo, joined the WMU faculty in 2005 and retired in 2016 after more than 11 years of service to the University. Services A memorial service for …
https://wmich.edu/news/2017/06/40725
From cowboy hats to kickoff: Bronco pride on display during WMU Spirit Week, Homecoming 2025
News
… food drive for Montgomery Essential Needs in Faunce Student Services Building. Thursday : The h ockey h ome o pener … Ball State University at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11 , at Waldo Stadium. Tickets for the game are still available on … Arts and Sciences Alumni Achievement Awards will be posted after Oct. 10 . College of Education and Human Development …
https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/homecoming-2025-weekend-kickoff