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Two professors to be honored with Distinguished Teaching Awards

News

… Two professors to be honored with Distinguished Teaching Awards Submitted by Deanne Puca on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western … University will honor two individuals with its highest award recognizing faculty members for their work with … research methods. "I appreciate the breadth of the material he has offered, his facility with multiple delivery …

https://wmich.edu/news/2019/09/54905

All Life is Learning - July 2026

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… the OLLI staff hosted its first event in its new home - Walwood Hall. There were over 100 OLLI members and guests in … literally see a magic act, learn about the history of Walwood, enjoy tasty appetizers, tour Walwood, and win … Historic Cemeteries will supply all tools and cleaning materials.  This year we will be utilizing D-2 Bio Solution …

https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/july-2026

2024-25 Staff Highlights

The Evaluation Center

… scholarship, center staff built upon their records of awards and service in 2024-25.   Lori Wingate Executive … I'm also extremely pleased that Lyssa Wilson Becho was recognized for her outstanding achievement as an … with students and colleagues, helping to ensure our materials are usable by a broader audience. I am also proud …

https://wmich.edu/evaluation/staff24

Program celebrates 40 years of supporting "ATYP-ical" young students

News

… Mich.—Most sixth graders don’t know what career they want to pursue when they get older. But Stephanie George knew she wanted more of a challenge in her schoolwork and college was … of accomplishment that comes with teaching challenging material at an accelerated pace which is satisfying, but the …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/67780

Bronco Impact

About WMU

… Bronco Impact Nobody charges forward like a Bronco. Our students, faculty and alumni are … and have found my true passion for science and learning. It was in the research lab where I was able to confidently … sources for electric vehicles with innovative biomass-based materials. Learn how Western is leading the charge …

https://wmich.edu/about/impact

Steven Widger: Growth through connections

Haworth College of Business

… , his time at Western Michigan University has paved the way for his professional path. The senior studying supply … and professional success, but many of the professors want to get to know you individually. Seeing their … manage a supplier, where he was responsible for buying materials used in production and placing purchase orders.  …

https://wmich.edu/business/news/2024/10/supplychainmanagement-stevenwidger-growth-connections

Elaine: Elementary Education

College of Education and Human Development

… "WMU truly stood out to me because as a future teacher I was able to get experience observing a classroom my first … education, discuss teaching strategies, and host a "So You Want to Be a Teacher Conference" at the end of each year. … the McGinnis Reading Center. Providing books and teaching materials that I would us in my future classroom.  What is …

https://wmich.edu/education/spotlight-teed

Alumni spotlight: Hollis Wittman

University Libraries

… Smith, a longtime professor in WMU’s School of Music, was a composer known for his innovative works, including the … strings and then bow it like you would a cello.” Wittman was deciding on a research focus for her master’s thesis … making tough decisions about what to keep, ensuring the materials would be accessible and manageable.  "Space at the …

https://wmich.edu/library/news/2025/02/impact-report-hollis-wittman

Duo leading new venture and supporting students along the way

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

… Duo leading new venture and supporting students along the way Submitted by Cindy Wagner on   “Their mentoring and donation have granted our … of worrying less about where and how we’re going to get materials, and focus more on the finished product,” says …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/02/67020

Aviation Passion and Professionalism – Professor Lisa Whittaker Has It All

College of Aviation

… section of the plane's upper fuselage.  A flight attendant was sucked out and her body was never found.  The pilots safely landed the damaged … of safety inspection of airline fleets.     "That accident was the catalyst for the Aging Aircraft Program," Whittaker …

https://wmich.edu/aviation/news/2022/02/whittaker