President Dunn Inaugurated
Dr. John M. Dunn was formally installed as the eighth president of Western Michigan University during inaugural ceremonies held in Miller Auditorium on March 24. More
WMU wins environmental award
WMU was selected for the 2008 Environmental Award by the Kalamazoo Chamber of Commerce's Environmental Advisory Committee in recognition of the University's efforts to implement sustainable design practices in its new buildings, its commitment to major storm water management improvements throughout its Kalamazoo campus and the University's development of a centralized energy usage control system. More
SAA wins student organization of the year
 The WMU Alumni Association would like to congratulate its Student Alumni Association as the recipients of the 2008 Registered Student Organization of the Year Award sponsored by WMU’s Office of Student Activities and Leadership Programs.
Pictured from left; Darnell Anderson, Britney Starr, Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students Dr. Diane Anderson, Ashley Spohn, Katie Berry and Claire Blanchard.
Upcoming Alumni Events
Plan to Attend
| April 12, 2008 |
Phoenix/Scottsdale, AZ - Reception with President Dunn |
| April 15, 2008 |
Kalamazoo, MI - Good Morning Kalamazoo! |
| April 27, 2008 |
Kentwood, MI - Gold Company Performance |
| May 7, 2008 |
Atlanta, GA - Reception with President Dunn |
| May 28, 2008 |
Lansing, MI - WMU Day at the Capitol |
| Jun 20, 2008 |
Southeast, MI - Golf Outing |
| Oct 4, 2008 |
Kalamazoo, MI - Homecoming |
Mark your calendar
| May 20, 2008 |
Washington, DC - Reception with President Dunn |
| Jun 9, 2008 |
Grand Rapids, MI - Golf Outing |
| Jun 19, 2008 |
Southeast, MI - Young Alumni Gathering with President Dunn |
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or visit our events page.
Alumni Points of Pride winners selected
Congratulations to Dr. Gerald Juhnke Ph.D. '91, Jeremy Thompson B.A. '90, Todd Gustke B.B.A. '96, Salvatore Bordonaro M.S. '75, and Amanda Vanpelt B.S. '06, the randomly selected winners of the WMUAA Points of Pride survey drawing. If you would like to contribute your own Point of Pride, you can do so by clicking here. Click here to view what others said.
Show your Bronco pride while on the road
 Calling all Western Michigan University Alumni living in Michigan -- order your WMU license plate today! WMU license plates are a great way to show your school pride and support the University while doing so. More
Bronco softball in winning streak
 Western Michigan's softball team is currently riding a four-game win streak, its longest of the season. The Broncos will put it to the test this week facing Michigan State on the road before returning home to battle Kent State in a twin bill on Friday and a Saturday-Sunday showdown with Buffalo, both out of the Mid-American Conference's East Division. More
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Young alumni spotlight
 Emily Casteel graduated Magna Cum Laude from Western Michigan University in 2005 with a Bachelor
of Arts in International & Comparative Politics and Women’s Studies. Emily now lives in Washington, D.C. working for the Public Leadership Education Network. More
Distinguished Teaching Award nominations due
Each year Western Michigan University recognizes outstanding teaching by awarding one or more Distinguished Teaching Awards. The Selection Committee invites you to nominate a faculty member you believe should be considered for this award. Nominations are due by September 12. More
Golden Apple Award nominations sought
The College of Education Alumni Society is currently seeking nominations for its
Golden Apple Award. The award is presented annually to accomplished WMU graduates who are currently working or have retired from the many professions involved in the educational field. The award recipients will be selected by their peers as representatives of educational excellence and commitment. Nominations will be accepted through June 1 for the 2008 Awards. For eligibility, selection criteria and a nomination form please click here.
Did you know?
The WMUAA maintains an Online Alumni Community exclusively for WMU graduates and former students, allowing them to network with one another, find out about upcoming alumni events, maintain a personal profile page, and much more!
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