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From WMU stardom to NFL scouting, Bronco alum thriving with Detroit Lions

News

… the work. People like Midwest area scout Steve Neal .  “You wake up early, get to the school and try to get with … to get as much background as possible. Then you go out and watch practice. You're looking for a certain body type in a … shape the rest of his career. Onward for the brown and gold Neal was a highly touted high school football prospect …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2025/08/detroit-lions-steve-neal-western-alumnus-now-midwest-area-scout

A future financial planner with a people-first mindset

Haworth College of Business

… and professional internships. Originally from Newaygo, Michigan, Harkness has compounded returns on his … financial planning field has to offer him. “I’m looking forward to the opportunity to work one-on-one with individuals … to me. Through this work, financial planning becomes a way to strengthen not only individual outcomes but the …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2026/04/personal-financial-planning-grant-harkness

Trio of science innovators recognized as Distinguished Faculty Scholars

News

… of  Distinguished Faculty Scholars pushes the bounds of scientific innovation. Drs. Lisa Baker ,  Kristina Lemmer … and academic work. The Distinguished Faculty Scholar Award is the highest honor Western bestows on faculty … Baker, Lemmer and Litvinova will be honored at the Fall Awards Celebration on  Friday, Oct. 11 , alongside recipients …

https://wmich.edu/news/news/2024/09/lisa-baker-kristina-lemmer-elena-litvinova-named-2024-distinguished-faculty

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 … colleagues in the College of Aviation when it comes to the scientific and technical aspects of flight, even …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2020/11/emmahughes

Rudge named College Science Teacher of the Year for ability to inspire students

College of Arts and Sciences

… in common. They were made possible by science. Behind each scientific achievement, there is also a story. Named the … University College of Arts and Sciences . The annual award from the Michigan Science Teachers Association honors a … my mind, of using stories is that it engages students in a way that traditionally taught science classes do not.” …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/01/66892

Turning up the style: Student fashion show celebrates music's influence on the runway

College of Education and Human Development

… Student fashion show celebrates music's influence on the runway Submitted by Chris Hybels on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—In an epic … Western Michigan University students danced their way through another hit on the runway during the … cropped high waisted pants. And obviously the sparkle and gold." Career focused, Voelks adds that the fashion show is …

https://wmich.edu/education/news/2025/04/moda-student-fashion-show-music-2025

Vocal Jazz Fest attracts singers from far and wide to WMU

News

… and wide to WMU Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Gold Company KALAMAZOO--A total of 25 vocal jazz groups … from Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa. And in addition to the United States and Canada, … by the WMU Advanced Jazz Combo directed by Dr. Scott Cowan, WMU assistant professor of music. Groove for Thought In …

https://wmich.edu/news/2012/03/244

Student organization recognized for excellence

Haworth College of Business

… the 2023-24 academic year. The chapter maintained their gold status, which means they are a top chapter in terms of … that these are excellent students who have worked hard toward their chosen profession. It also shows the ability of these students to work together toward a common goal.” Gamma Rho chapter The Gamma Rho …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/08/beta-alpha-psi-2024

Cheering Up a Career in Aviation Technical Operations with Katelyn Mobley

College of Aviation

… in the WMU College of Aviation, Mobley admits that she was always interested in planes and what makes them fly while … autumn football games where she cheers for the Brown and Gold.  That is true, she says, no matter the outcome. "Win …

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

WMU SLP alum chairs national conference

College of Health and Human Services

… The event, scheduled for December 5-7, 2024, in Seattle, WA, will bring together over 10,000 speech-language-hearing … In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Jerrold was honored with the ASHA Dorothy Dreyer Award for Volunteerism in 2022, and he was selected for the …

https://wmich.edu/hhs/news/2024/12/jjackson