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Zoa D. Shilling
Political Science
… Political Science. Originally from Ohio, the Shillings came to Kalamazoo in 1921. Like many faculty spouses she was … Disbanded in 2013, after 100 years of serving the WMU community in various ways. Their legacy lives on through the … like her husband, was involved with organizations in the community as well. She was a member of the Ladies Library …
https://wmich.edu/politics/zdshilling
OLLI at WMU Procedures
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU
… Learning Institute at Western Michigan University, referred to hereafter as "OLLI at WMU." Section II: Purpose and … and travel programs offered by OLLI at WMU. To provide recommendations to Western Michigan University, referred to … membership; active and retired faculty, staff, and alumni; community members; cross academic partners; and the …
https://wmich.edu/olli/about/procedures
Dr. George Klein
Political Science
… Klein began in the Department of Sociology at WMU but moved to Political Science in the 1960s. He promoted studies in … East Central Europe and the Cold War between the US and the communist countries. Considered an expert, Dr. Klein was the … F. Kennen Institute in Washington D.C., the International Communications Agency, and the US Department of State. He …
https://wmich.edu/politics/klein
Dance
Academics
… special productions that will give you an opportunity to collaborate with music and theatre majors. Student … the Western Dance Project to gain teaching experience. The company tours area schools to perform and present lectures. … Choreographers Fitness instructors Founders of dance companies Independent artists Musicians Professional …
https://wmich.edu/academics/undergraduate/dance
Dr. D.C. Shilling
Political Science
… Political Science in 1926, when the administration decided to have four separate social science departments. At this … In his opinion, WMU advanced further in all academic areas compared to other campuses he had visited. He celebrated the … positions beside department chair: member of City Planning Commission (22 years), member of Zoning Board of Appeals (6 …
https://wmich.edu/politics/dcshilling
Suzanne UpJohn DeLano Parish
College of Aviation
… of 2010 Aviatrix, Kalamazoo Area Philanthropist Since becoming a pilot in 1942, Sue Parish continues to pursue her lifelong passion for flying. An early member … Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASP) and an inspiration to pilots of all ages and gender for several decades, Sue …
https://wmich.edu/aviation/parish
Fashion Design and Development
Academics
… Fashion design and development majors earn three credits by completing 300 hours of pre-approved, supervised field … and periodic employer evaluations. You may also elect to complete an internship as part of your program. An … and famous brands all over the world. They are designers, buyers, merchandisers, managers and marketers. You will even …
https://wmich.edu/academics/undergraduate/fashion
Bronco mascot rider nets her own equestrian 'triumph'
News
… leads Western Michigan University's Bronco football team into Waldo Stadium aboard a horse called Triumph , but Emily … a WMU junior majoring in social work, has just qualified to compete in May at the Intercollegiate Horse Show … championships in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Stewart will compete against top collegiate riders from around the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/04/46349
Charles H. Ludlow obituary
News
… He was a member of the WMU Board of Trustees from 1967 to 1987. He served as board chairman twice and vice chairman … times, chaired the University's 1985 presidential search committee, and was named executive director of the University's 1997 presidential search. Upon completing his 20 years of service on WMU's governing board, …
https://wmich.edu/news/2012/05/518
Academic Scheduling
Registrar's Office
… Academic Scheduling The mission of academic scheduling is to provide support to academic departments in the development of the schedule … classrooms are assigned fairly, used appropriately and accommodate the University’s academic and instructional needs. …
https://wmich.edu/registrar/faculty-staff/scheduling