The purpose of the academy is to give honor and recognition to a select group of our outstanding graduate and undergraduate alumni. It is with great pride and enthusiasm that we honor them – and thank them for their willingness to give back to our school.

School of Communication
2008 Alumni Academy Inductee

June Cottrell

June Cottrell received her masters degree in Speech Education in 1966.
She joined the faculty at Western Michigan University in 1966 as an instructor in the Department of Communication Arts and Sciences. During her tenure she taught a variety of courses in the Department of Communication as well as the Department of Theatre, and earned emeritus status in both departments. Throughout her career she became widely recognized for her work in theatre and communication education. Among her many honors are national recognition from the American Alliance for Theatre Education and special recognition for her outstanding service by the Michigan Speech Communication Association.