Assistant misses pace of top job like Allegan Jul 3, 2008
After graduating from Michigan State University (bachelor's deree in American public affairs and metropolitan studies, 1990, MSU James Madison College, and her master's degree in public administration in 1995 from Western Michigan University), she spent a year in Muskegon (community planner for West Michigan Shoreline Regional Development Commission, 1991), then followed her husband to Kalamazoo. Sutterfield was economic development coordinator for Downtown Kalamazoo Inc. from July 1993 until... (Dowagiac News, MI)
WMU grad and author beats cancer four times Jul 2, 2008
ST. CLAIR SHORES -- Western Michigan University graduate Donald Wilhelm has cheated death four times. Diagnosed in 2000 with Hodgkin's disease, he had six months of chemotherapy before going into remission. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Don Bender is best known to all as 'coach' Jul 2, 2008
Bender played end for the University of Michigan football team in 1944 and '45 before transferring to Western Michigan University, in Kalamazoo. He explained that wartime enlistments had caused a gap in the Wolverine football program, so he left Michigan for WMU.. (Niles Star, MI)
NFL punters to teach the game to kids at camp Jul 2, 2008
At Western Michigan University, Anderson earned all-Mid American Conference honors as a punter. "For kickers and punters there's a bad stereotype," said Anderson. (The Union Democrat)
SCHOLARSHIP: 'Promise' energizes hurting Michigan community Jul 2, 2008
Western Michigan University student Derek Miller studies in his Kalamazoo, Mich ... To date, 745 graduates have used the scholarship, and 71% have stayed in the community, attending either Western Michigan University or Kalamazoo Valley Community College ... Even so, parents, teachers and community leaders fear some students won't pursue the scholarship, particularly low-income children who represent about 65% of the district's enrollment, says Western Michigan University education professor... (USA Today)
Ken Miller is solid choice for Red Rose award Jul 1, 2008
The 60-year-old Miller holds bachelor's and master's degrees in business administration from Western Michigan University, and is a graduate of the Thomas M. Cooley Law School ... For example, the Red Rose selection committee was especially impressed by Miller's effective leadership on the Western Michigan University Board of Trustees, of which he is chairman. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Boomerexplosion Jul 1, 2008
by this tsunami explosion'' of people of retirement age, said gerontologist Maureen Mickus, an associate professor of occupational therapy at Western Michigan University. Even though baby boomers haven't hit the traditional retirement age yet, the 65-and-over age group is already ``the fastest-growing segment of the (U.S.) population,'' said Robert Littke, president and chief executive officer of Kalamazoo-based Senior Services Inc.. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
DHS names Woods communications director Jul 1, 2008
He is an adjunct professor of political science at Western Michigan University and a current member of the Lansing Community College Board of Trustees ... and holds a master's degree in public administration from Western Michigan University. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Impact of The Kalamazoo Promise Jun 29, 2008
The survey was conducted by Western Michigan University. EDUCATIONAL REFORMS: Kalamazoo County is aligning Head Start with the KPS curriculum to better prepare preschoolers for kindergarten; KPS is launching full-day kindergarten this fall in 14 of 17 elementaries; summer school has become mandatory for Kalamazoo's struggling first- and eighth-graders, and some students are repeating those grades; more than 200 residents participated in developing expectations for children, parents, teachers,... (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Acting for awarenessSuicide prevention volunteer works on Lifetime's `Prayers for Bobby' movie Jun 29, 2008
But that was exactly what 20-year-old Western Michigan University student Adam Taylor got to do June 21 when he traveled to Detroit to work as an extra in the Lifetime movie ``Prayers for Bobby. . (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Hoogeveen a hearty hitter Jun 28, 2008
When you get that base hit when your team needs it, and then you get to stand on base and just watch everybody cheer -- it's awesome,'' said the recent Portage Northern graduate, who plans to sign with Western Michigan University in the coming days on a partial scholarship. I love being under pressure. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Business Briefs Jun 28, 2008
A graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School, Ahrens also holds an M.S. in Entomology from the University of Wisconsin and is a summa cum laude graduate from Western Michigan University with a B.S. in biological sciences. POST A COMMENT. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Marines getting a few good triplets Jun 28, 2008
He left for basic training after the party and plans to attend Western Michigan University this fall. After receiving his degree in aviation and flight science, he will spend two years in active duty. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
More of this story» Jun 28, 2008
Sutterfield, a former economic development coordinator for Downtown Kalamazoo Inc. (July 1993-May 1996), earned her MPA from Western Michigan University. McBride, with Portage since February 2003, previously held management positions in Highland Park, Ill. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Oudsema to return to Stowe Jun 27, 2008
The exhibition, part of the opening ceremonies for the 10-day tournament, features current professional players, many of whom competed in the Nationals at Kalamazoo College and Western Michigan University. CONTINUED 1. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Duckett's return for Diesel camp all about giving back Jun 27, 2008
Joining the former Michigan State University player as instructors were Little John Flowers, another Loy Norrix/MSU alum who now plays for the Kalamazoo Xplosion indoor football team, and Greg Jennings, a former Western Michigan University receiver now with the Green Bay Packers, among other professional and college players. It created quite a thrill for the more than 100 kids who turned out for a few pointers from the pros. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Lawrence big man commits to WMU Jun 27, 2008
Whittington made some time for Western Michigan University men's basketball coach Steve Hawkins Thursday afternoon, however. Boy, is Whittington glad he did. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Commissioners approve $8,000 to preserve historical documents Jun 27, 2008
Cass District Library and the county have an opportunity for a student in the public history program at Western Michigan University to intern this summer. This person would scan and catalog these materials into archive software - the same software the Museum at Southwestern Michigan College in Dowagiac uses. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Cartwright, Comstock new coaches Jun 26, 2008
Cartwright, a Lawrence High School and Western Michigan University Graduate, has spent the last two years as the Edwardsburg junior varsity coach ... He earned his Master of Arts Degree from Western Michigan University. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
For Jennings, game slows down; obligations don't Jun 25, 2008
It seems like he's been there forever,'' Jennings said, laughing, dropping his guard on the subject of his former teammate at Western Michigan University. Time flies,'' Jennings continued. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Gaylord Youth Orchestra program encourages 8- to 10-year-olds to learn string instrument. Jun 25, 2008
The instructors will be Joanna Bozin and Jim VanEizenga, both music education majors at Western Michigan University. Bozin is also a former performer from the Gaylord Youth Orchestra. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Festivals and events to be approved by council Jun 24, 2008
The council will look at a request to grant permission to the Western Michigan University Anthropology Department and the Fort St. Joseph Museum to host the fifth annual Fort St. Joseph Archaeology Open House beginning Saturday, July 26 through Sunday, July 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Riverfront Park and consideration of approving the use of reserve police officers. Up for discussion at Monday night's meeting is consideration of approving a request to hold the annual Four Flags Apple Festival... (Niles Star, MI)
Assistant principals hired for Paw Paw High School and Middle School Jun 24, 2008
Southworth received her Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from Western Michigan University ... Deters received his Masters Degree in Middle School Education from Western Michigan University. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
Carolyn Martin meetsGalesburg's needs Jun 21, 2008
Born and raised in Kalamazoo, Martin graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School and went on to Western Michigan University where she earned a bachelor's degree in education and, later, a master's degree. She was president of the Galesburg-Augusta Education Association for several years and also served in other officer's capacities. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Brandenburg to be inducted into Hall at Western Michigan Jun 20, 2008
The Western Michigan Hall of Fame Selection committee has announced the newest class of inductees into the Western Michigan University Athletic Hall of Fame, and the list includes former Rensselaer Central track standout Jeff Brandenburg ... The 2008 class will officially be inducted into the WMU Athletic Hall of Fame in a ceremony to be held Friday, Oct. 31 at Western Michigan University s Fetzer Center. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Fernwood receives grant from Gateway Jun 20, 2008
She studied at Western Michigan University, Notre Dame, and was awarded a fellowship at Skidmore College. Clare has also studied with many local and national artists. (Niles Star, MI)
Dowagiac's Simpson named Division 2 All-State again Jun 20, 2008
Simpson, who is set to play football this fall for Western Michigan University, was selected in the 33rd round of the amateur baseball draft earlier this month ... The Chieftain shortstop, who has signed a National Letter of Intent to play football at Western Michigan University and was drafted in the 33rd round of the recent baseball draft, had 18 doubles, scored 44 runs, had 52 hits and had an on-base percentage of. (Dowagiac News, MI)
It's party time: You can make your event Earth-friendly Jun 19, 2008
Joseph Orchanian, an environmental-studies student at Western Michigan University and co-chair of Students for a Sustainable Earth, made these suggestions. v Invitations can be e-mailed to save paper, or if paper is necessary, you can use recycled invitation paper. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Marching for peace Jun 19, 2008
"Carol Higgins' 'newenergy for Michigan'Cooney was joined at the microphone by Carol Higgins, the Mendon bed-and-breakfast operator and former Marcellus teacher running for the Michigan House of Representatives in term-limited Rick Shaffer's 59th District.Friday night she took part in the Three Rivers Water Carnival parade.Higgins, who put up a clothesline and quit using her dryer a year ago, is using a clothes pin to symbolize her "New energy for Michigan" campaign slogan for solar, water and... (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
WMU, KCP surprise teacher Jun 18, 2008
Dowagiac Middle School teacher Ester Stanley and Diana Hernandez of Western Michigan University listen as 2004 graduate Raphael Quintero reads one of the plaques Stanley was surprised with Monday night before the Dowagiac Board of Education ... Also on hand, carefully concealed out of Stanley's sight lest she become suspicious, was Diana Hernandez, Western Michigan University associate director of the Division of Multicultural Affairs, who called the DMS teacher one of the best in Michigan ...... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Illinois-WMU game time set Jun 14, 2008
- Western Michigan University announced today the Broncos' Nov. 8 game against the Illinois Fighting Illini will start at 11 a.m. CT. The game will be played at Ford Field in Detroit. The game will be televised, but the specific network will be announced at a later date. (Fightingillini.com)
Nailing `the Look'WMU grad vying for a modeling contract in reality show Jun 14, 2008
Hutchinson, a 1984 graduate of Western Michigan University whose maiden name is Compton-Ware, is one of 10 remaining contestants on ``She's Got the Look,'' a new televised modeling competition for women ages 35 and older airing on the TV Land cable channel. The six-week show premiered June 6 with 20 finalists. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Lakeland names new AD Jun 10, 2008
After a year of teaching at a Texas high school, she became the throwing coach for the men's and women's track teams at Western Michigan University. After WMU cut its men's track team in 2003, she moved on to Dowagiac High School in Dowagiac, Mich. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Lawton names top grads Jun 10, 2008
For two years, he has been dual-enrolled in the Western Michigan University Academically Talented Youth math program. He was also a member of Lawton's varsity basketball and golf teams. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
Kalamazoo Book Arts Center goes back to the basics Jun 8, 2008
Moved into a 2,880-square-foot space there are newly acquired presses, cabinets of lead type, bookbinding tools and papermaking equipment -- mostly donations from the Western Michigan University art department, Waldo Library and Parker-Hannifin Corp.. The staff members spent last week getting ready for a grand opening scheduled for last Friday's Art Hop, director Jeff Abshear said. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Western Michigan looks to Middle East Jun 7, 2008
Many Middle Eastern decision-makers have studied in the United States -- the former ambassador to the United States from Qatar is a Western Michigan University graduate, for example -- and Shaikh said those former students have an affinity for the country. They would prefer to buy U.S. products because they think it is of a high quality,'' he said. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Volunteer club got Tara Bell involved Jun 7, 2008
She holds Lawrence Technological University's award for excellence in science and mathematics, a YWCA Women's Achievement Award and a Western Michigan University Girls and Women in Sports award ... The daughter of Karen and Scott Bell of Galesburg will advance to Western Michigan University this fall where she'll study public history and anthropology. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Champion's work returns to Niles Jun 7, 2008
She'd received a "Life Certificate" from what is now Western Michigan University. She held a Bachelors degree in Philosophy - with a concentration in botany, geology and nature study. (Niles Star, MI)
RIT Appoints New Dean Jun 7, 2008
Ulin now serves as Department of Anthropology chair at Western Michigan University. He has also written three books including one on anthropology and social theory. (R News)
SMC awards construction bid Jun 7, 2008
"Shelton Construction Co. was founded in 1993 by Daniel A. Shelton, president and chief executive officer.Since its inception, Shelton Construction Co. has successfully completed hundreds of projects in southwestern Michigan.Recent projects that Shelton has completed for SMC include construction of the M-TECSM facility on the college's Niles Area Campus, the Conference Center East expansion to the Fred L. Mathews Library, the renovation of the automotive training facility in the A.C. Kairis... (Dowagiac News, MI)
County salutes academic stars Jun 7, 2008
Ashley will study film and video production at Western Michigan University. They were introduced by their commissioner, Cathy Goodenough, R-Marcellus. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Contest searches for Kalamazoo's Most Eligible Bachelor Jun 6, 2008
This 2007 Western Michigan University alumnus will attend the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City this fall to study fashion design. It just sounded interesting and something fun to do. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Kalamazoo war hero's honor is fitting Jun 6, 2008
He'll be presented with the Veteran of the Year Award at the Metropolitan Kalamazoo Branch of the NAACP 28th Freedom Fund Award banquet at the Western Michigan University Bernhard Center ... A 1974 Western Michigan University graduate who is working on a law degree, Jones emphasized the importance of letting those in uniform know how much they are appreciated by those of us at home. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS Jun 6, 2008
v Kristin M. Szylvian, associate professor of history at Western Michigan University, will discuss how the public history students and faculty are documenting and interpreting Southwest Michigan's lakeshore at 12:15 p.m. July 8. v Jane Connell, senior curator at the Muskegon Museum of Art, will discuss the works and artists represented in ``Perspectives on Place'' at 12:15 p.m. July 22. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Gift of a pen from Teter was an inspiration Jun 5, 2008
"I do need to say thank-you. You supported me, encouraged me and inspired me - and I didn't want that inspiration to stop with me, so I got together with Monica (Clupper, a 2002 DUHS graduate who will graduate in December with her elementary education degree from Western Michigan University; she works for Tyler Collision Center in Niles as an administrative assistant) and Shannon (Wiklanski, who earned her bachelor degree in business administration from Michigan State University in 2004 and... (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
AuSable narrows list for super’s job Jun 5, 2008
Suzann Flowers of Decatur has a master s in public administration from Western Michigan University. Flowers is an intern at Southwest Michigan Planning Commission and previously interned at the Kalamazoo Chamber of Commerce. (Oscoda Press, MI)
Western Michigan University cancels Waldo catering contract; new bids to be sought Jun 4, 2008
KALAMAZOO -- Western Michigan University has canceled a five-year catering contract it had with a company owned by a member of its board of trustees to avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest. The university did not seek bids before it awarded the contract to William D. Johnston's Greenleaf Hospitality Group Inc. in 2006, a few months before Johnston was appointed to the board in January 2007. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Local student, school receive Cargill scholarships Jun 4, 2008
He plans to attend Western Michigan University in the fall. As part of the Cargill Community Scholarship Program, the high school will receive 200 from Cargill in Ludwick s honor to support the school s library. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
CLASS OF 2008 HEADS INTO THE FUTURE: Graduates face a changing, challenging world Jun 3, 2008
Her parents say Katlyn will attend Kalamazoo Valley Community College in the fall and eventually transfer to Western Michigan University. We've told her, she needs to get a degree,'' said Cathy Born, Katlyn's mother. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Sarah Wilkinson admitted to Bar Jun 3, 2008
"I do need to say thank-you. So we're having a cookout, but that wasn't enough. So we'll get a cake that says 'Thank you' on it. It confused a lot of people who thought it was going to say 'Congratulations.' That cake is not mine. It's for all of you. But cake and a cookout weren't enough, either. It needed to be bigger because what you did was bigger. You supported me, encouraged me and inspired me - and I didn't want that inspiration to stop with me, so I got together with Monica (Clupper, a... (Dowagiac News, MI)
WMU dean named provost May 30, 2008
KALAMAZOO -- Western Michigan University has a new second-in-command, and he has a familiar face. Tim Greene, dean of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, has been named provost and vice president for academic affairs, WMU announced today. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
CAPITOL GOES BROWN AND GOLD: WMU supporters show lawmakers Bronco pride May 30, 2008
The state Capitol lawn was dotted with brown-and-gold T-shirts much of Wednesday, as Western Michigan University -- at least some of its students, staff and faculty -- moved from Kalamazoo and set up shop in Lansing. They played games, sang the fight song and even rubbed shoulders with a few legislators as WMU programs, research and services were displayed beneath tents. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
10 things to do this weekend May 30, 2008
Gold Company, an ensemble from Western Michigan University, will play with Mr. Mathis. May 31, 8 p.m. Tickets are $55 and $75. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Dunwoody, Alpharetta schools get new principals May 30, 2008
Charron has a bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University and a master's degree from the University of Georgia. Vote for this story. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Monks turn office products into $4.5M business May 30, 2008
The Cistercian orders have always been self-sustaining and self-governing, said Rozanne Elder, director of the Institute of Cistercian Studies at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Mich. They follow the teachings of St. Benedict, who said monks live by works, and they generally have some focus for an industry, such as foods or crafts. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Katy Stuppy, Jamie Simpson pick up top honors May 30, 2008
Simpson, who will attend Western Michigan University on a football scholarship, finished his football career with 3,427 yards, second all-time in school history. In basketball, Simpson was an All-Wolverine Conference selection as a junior and a senior. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Broncos invade Lansing for Western Michigan University Day at the state capital May 29, 2008
LANSING -- When Western Michigan University officials cooked up plans for a ``WMU Day'' at the state Capitol, they thought between 150 to 200 people would sign up to go. Now, they expect more than 800 people today to carry the WMU banner in Lansing, where the state budget -- including WMU's piece of it -- is being crafted. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Chicago social worker supports approach used at Amber Way May 28, 2008
For patients with Alzheimer's disease it should be changed to ``I feel and I relate, therefore I am,'' Daniel Kuhn, a Chicago social worker and author of ``Alzheimer's Early Stages: First Steps for Family, Friends and Caregivers,'' told those attending the Alzheimer's Association's eighth annual Schrieber Memorial Conference on May 13 at Western Michigan University. In our hypercognitive society, a premium is placed on speed and reasoning, so those with dementia are easily dismissed because they... (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
COMMUNITIES TO HONOR AREA VETERANS May 28, 2008
Ben Williams Western Michigan University student Battle Hymn of the Republic. Casey Grooten Paw Paw High School student General John A. Logan's General Order #11. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
Boyne City woman nominated for Daytime Emmy May 28, 2008
After graduating from high school, she studied musical theater at Western Michigan University and acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles ... Education: Studied musical theater at Western Michigan University and acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
LIKE A `ROCK'New Black Arts & Cultural Center director hits the ground running May 25, 2008
Von Washington Sr., a theater professor at Western Michigan University and longtime friend of Ellis, talked about Ellis' value to any production or project. Soon after Washington came to Kalamazoo in 1989, he worked with the BACC and met Ellis. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Cass Road Commission looks at accounting firm May 23, 2008
"Moore said she doesn't work under contract. It's an hour by hour job. She said that's how I would like to see it done if interested. She said she has done townships, villages, cities, Western Michigan University but not a road commission. She did not see that as a problem. She said her firm works nine hours a week at the county."When we do a business, we hit the ground running and work three hours at a time. We put our heads down. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Andrina to retire as district ranger May 21, 2008
Their son, Bryan, received a degree in geography from Western Michigan University and plans to gain a Master Degree in Forestry from Michigan Tech. Andrina is planning to stay in the area and will volunteer on forestry related projects he is passionate about. (Oscoda Press, MI)
More of this story» May 21, 2008
Top eight honors/awards: Academic Award of Excellence, Michigan Promise Scholarship, Western Michigan University Dean's Scholarship, Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA), Who's Who Among American High School Students, girls basketball district champions 2008, girls basketball all-conference co-champions 2006 and softball all-conference co-champions 2007 ... College plans: attend Western Michigan University to study biomedical sciences ... College plans: attend SMC, then transfer to Western... (Dowagiac News, MI)
`Deus Ex Machina' keeps things light as God goes goofy May 18, 2008
When God shows up in any work, the author (in this case Joe Sanders, a Western Michigan University graduate who'll be a playwriting grad student in the fall) is trying to make a big statement, right. But this God (Benjamin Davidson) is pretty unimpressive. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
