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@WMU - April 2007

Campus News

Presidential Search Advisory Committee Recommends Four Candidates

On March 29, the Presidential Search Advisory Committee submitted to the WMU Board of Trustees its recommendation of four finalists in the search for WMU's next president. The names and biographical information for each of the four can be found on the University's web site. Click here

A public forum will be held during each of the candidate's campus visit. Kirk Hoffman, president of the WMU Alumni Association Board of Directors, encourages as many alumni as possible to attend the public forums. The dates and times have also been made available. Click here

Visit the WMU News Web site for additional campus news and campus events

Alumni News & Events

WMU Graduate on TV

L. Michael Burt, B.A. '01, has a key role in the dramatic series "The Shield." His character, Moses, can be seen in the season premier on Tuesday, April 2 at 10 p.m. EST on FX. More.

Upcoming Alumni Events

• Apr 3, 2007 - Washington D.C. Alumni and Friends Gathering
• Apr 11, 2007 - Southwest Michigan Alumni Gathering
• Apr 12, 2007 - "Forgiving Dr. Megele" screening with Bob Hercules, B.A. '79
• Apr 14, 2007 - HPER Alumni Academy Induction Luncheon
• Apr 14, 2007 - Department of Theater Reunion Gala
• May 8, 2007 - The "Real World" in Perspective
• May 8, 2007 - Irvine, CA Alumni Gathering
• May 9, 2007 - Los Angeles, CA Alumni Gathering
• May 10, 2007 - San Diego, CA Alumni Gathering
• May 10, 2007 - Southeast Michigan Alumni Gathering
• May 30, 2007 - Chicago Annual Spring Reception with David Shields, Dean of the Haworth College of Business
• Jun 11, 2007 - Grand Rapids Area Golf Outing
• Jun 15, 2007 - Southeast Michigan Alumni and Friends Golf Outing
• Oct 20, 2007 - 2007 Homecoming Pepfest

Click on the event for more information or visit our events page.

Academic News

WMU Mathematician helps crack E8 puzzle

Dr. Annegret Paul, associate professor of mathematics, was part of an international team of researchers that solved a 120-year-old mathematical puzzle. More.

WMU professor named editor of legal journal:

Dr. Mark Hurwitz, assistant professor of political science, has been named legal notes editor for the Justice System Journal. In his new editor post, Hurwitz will be responsible for contributing articles on contemporary judicial topics and overseeing the editing process for journal submissions. More.

Visit the Academic College Web page for a complete listing the Colleges.

Athletic News

Fall '07 Football Schedule Announced

Western Michigan University's Bronco football team will play six home games during its 2007 schedule, including the home opener against Indiana University and a 2 p.m. homecoming game on Saturday, Oct. 20 against Ball State University. More.

CCHA Rookie of the Year turns pro

Less than one week after becoming the 5th Bronco to be named CCHA Rookie of the Year, Bronco hockey player Mark Letestu signed a two-year agreement with the Pittsburgh Penguins of the National Hockey League. Letestu led the Broncos in goals, assists and points this season and was the nation's top freshman scorer. Continue.

Visit the Athletics Web site for additional news on Bronco Athletics.

WMU students are award winning

In recent weeks, several groups of WMU students have been recognized for their outstanding efforts.

A WMU duo finished in the top five in a prestigious nationwide sales competition. More.

Ten English students were chosen from across the nation to make presentations at an international conference. Continue.

A WMU student team took top honors at a statewide human resources competition. More.

A WMU freshman was selected for a program at the Cannes International Film Festival in May. Continue.

Young Alumni Spotlight

After graduating in 2004 with a Bachelor's in Business Administration, Aaron Beals began a career in media planning at General Motors Planworks in Detroit. This position paved the way to his current position for Ring Ring, LLC of West Bloomfield, MI. Handling both regional and national accounts, Aaron is in charge of creating and implementing vanity toll-free numbers to enhance companies' advertising capabilities.

When reflecting on his professional success, Aaron stated, "At WMU I really had a chance to build strong relationships with my professors. They were there to help me achieve my goals for the future." More.

Golden Apple Award

The College of Education Alumni Society is seeking nominations for its annual Golden Apple Award. The award is presented to accomplished WMU graduates who are currently working or have retired from the educational field. Nominations will be accepted through June 1 for the 2007 awards. More.

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