Alumni News
May 11, 2017
A Path to Enlightenment
After spending 36 years as a spiritual teacher, Cathy Langlois (B.A. ’78, Communication) has released a new book, “Enlighten Up! Practical Wisdom and Spiritual Guidance for an Imperfect World.” “If you need help navigating these difficult times with wisdom and clarity, open this book to any page,” Langlois says. “Chances...
May 07, 2017
Start Small, Give Back, Be Curious
Carrie Collins-Fadell (MPA ’04) was recently tapped to serve on the United States Brain Injury Alliance Board, an organization that oversees 14 state chapters and is committed to improving lives through awareness, prevention, advocacy, support, research, and community engagement. Currently the Executive Director of the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona...
April 26, 2017
Spaces Named for Three Alumni
More than 50 years of friendship will be honored with the naming of three Western Michigan University facilities for a trio of men who met on campus as students and went on to become WMU trustees, Detroit business and civic leaders, and champions of young people. Acting at its April...
April 18, 2017
Honors Society Features Alumna's Work
Charmane (Johnson) Echols (B.S.’77, Elementary Education; M.A.’82, Reading; Specialist’85, Educational Leadership) is an educator who decided to create a character named Kimberlite because she saw a need in students who were exhibiting low self-esteem. “In My Own Shoes: The Adventures of Kimberlite” follows a young girl searching for the amazing...
April 16, 2017
Trainor Receives MCC Distinguished Faculty Award
Timothy N. Trainor (M.A. ’77, Psychology), who taught computer information systems and psychology at Muskegon Community College for more than 33 years and who authored or co-authored more than 18 computer textbooks, has been awarded Distinguished Faculty status by Muskegon Community College. In January, Trainor became the ninth MCC faculty...
April 16, 2017
Climatology Researcher Given Inaugural Award at MCC
Rudy Bartels (M.A. ’14, Geography), geography and climatology researcher, is being honored with the inaugural Alumni Achievement Award from Muskegon Community College. The award recognizes professional achievement by an MCC graduate from the past 15 years. Bartels will be honored on Monday, May 1, at the Alumni Awards Dinner and...