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Manchester native finds home on WMU pitch

Haenicke Institute for Global Education

… home on WMU pitch Submitted by Bradley Horstman on When you’re hometown is Manchester, England, it’s standard practice to grow up with a soccer ball between your feet, as did Nicole … scholarships to attend college in England.” Hatcliffe can’t remember a time in her life when she wasn’t playing …

https://wmich.edu/global/news/2013/03/nicole-hatcliffe-spotlight

University Libraries encourages students to go 'All In' with short story contest

University Libraries

… University Libraries encourages students to go 'All In' with short story contest Submitted by Sara Volmering on … three cash prizes and international publication.   Visitors can print a randomly-selected story by pressing a button on … to enjoy.   Stories are printed on receipt paper, which can be easily recycled after users are finished reading. In …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/10/long-story-short-contest-2025

Friday Feature: Dr. Gail Rouscher

College of Aviation

… A&P school, Dr. Rouscher worked as a contractor for American International Airways. She worked with DC8's, L1011's mostly and performed weekend … advice Dr. Rouscher gives incoming students is to follow your passion and get involved.  She explains that at the …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2018/02/rouscher

Propellers, Power-plants, and Passion: Mason Mihelich Pursues a Career in Aviation Maintenance

College of Aviation

… a career path.  A major in aviation technical operations with a plan to add a business minor, Mihelich undertook no … as a middle schooler anticipating a visit to the Grand Canyon.  It wasn’t until years later when, as a Westminster … 172 crystalized this thought -- an experience "way up here" can lead to a career "way down there."  Mihelich reviewing …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2024/04/mihelich

Oh, what a feline: Star of WMU Theatre’s ‘Cats’ moonlights as ‘American Ninja Warrior’ competitor

News

… a feline: Star of WMU Theatre’s ‘Cats’ moonlights as ‘American Ninja Warrior’ competitor Submitted by Erin Flynn on … theatre performance major is wrapping up his final year with a bang, starring in WMU Theatre’s immersive production … the audience and the pressure of having one chance to give your absolute best is what I live for,” says Vasilevich. …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/10/michael-vasilevich-wmu-theatre-cats-american-ninja-warrior

2025 Pre-College Programs Reminders and Updates Memo

Precollege Programming

… memorandum is to remind all faculty and staff who conduct youth outreach programs of WMU’s Policy requirements for … requires all outreach programs (including summer camps) with youth to register through our Pre-College Office. … coverage is obtained. WMU Summer Camp Opportunities can be found at  wmich.edu/precollege/summer . If a camp has …

https://wmich.edu/precollege/news/2025/10/memo

Magnificently Managing an Airport: Sarah Pagano’s Aviation Management and Operations Success

College of Aviation

… meets the bottom of the index -- or fore -- finger.    With a population of 40,000-plus, Midland boasts of its own … into Pagano’s life in a major way when, because of her youthful interest in space and NASA (National Aeronautics … faces.  She calls it "getting up to speed so that I can quickly address situations.  I had to learn to use a …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/08/pagano

Education's newest leaders: WMU launches Michigan's first collegiate FCCLA chapter

College of Education and Human Development

… High School for 12 years. Mercil has worked closely with Michigan FCCLA organization, helping bring their … communication, and public speaking.   "In these events, you're picking real-world issues involving families, … more about FCCLA at WMU, current and incoming students can email @email . For more WMU news, arts and events , …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/02/fccla-michigan-first-college-chapter-fcs-cte

Western Michigan University honored with national award for the Urban Teacher Residency Program

College of Education and Human Development

… Western Michigan University honored with national award for the Urban Teacher Residency Program … Award. This prestigious national honor, granted by the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), … preparation and support, ensuring that diverse teacher candidates are equipped to thrive in their careers. The …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2026/02/regena-nelson-aacte-urban-teacher-education

From Saabs to Delta – Steve Denomme Surfs the Turbulence to Success

College of Aviation

… aviation career could be "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly," with the first of the three adjectives being the star of the … he was called back to finish training, Denomme was furloughed by Mesaba that October.  Denomme and wife Becka … the Mighty," had he descended to "The Low and the Insignificant?"  Not really.  "Bloomfield financially, and probably …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/11/denomme