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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