Alumni News
May 10, 2023
Alumnus Stephen Shook is Still Striking Up The Band
Stephen Shook (B.M. ′74, M.M. ′83) is neither one to brag nor harp on about his career. In fact, it was his sister, Pauline Shook Giacobone, who shared his story with us in the first place. “He’s an awesome guy, graduated with honors, and credits the WMU Music Department with...
April 03, 2023
Alumnus Joe Ciccarelli’s Gift of the Gab Pays Off
Before coming to WMU, Joe Ciccarelli (B.A. ′07, Communication and Sociology) didn’t take school very seriously. “I was waitlisted initially at WMU,” he said. “There was an admissions advisor who decided to take a chance on me, and honestly, it was the best thing that ever happened to me. From...
January 19, 2023
Alumna Lisa Fishman isn’t at a Loss for Words
Lisa Fishman (M.F.A. ‘92, Creative Writing) has published seven books of poetry and counting. Gaspereau Press, considered one of Canada’s most innovative publishers, also just released her first collection of fiction, World Naked Bike Ride. While this latest book is a particular point of pride for her, Lisa remains grateful...
January 09, 2023
Sean Michael Galvin is a Poet Staying in Motion
You could say that alum Sean Michael Galvin (B.A. ′01, Creative Writing) doesn’t like to sit still. After graduating from WMU, he moved to San Diego for a year, then returned to Michigan where he lived everywhere from his hometown in the thumb to suburban Detroit to mid-Michigan. “You might...
January 06, 2023
Colin Clancy Still Marches to His Own Beat
Please accept our apologies for the pun (ahem), but Colin Clancy (B.A. ’07, Creative Writing) isn’t the kind of guy who would toot his own horn. Yet this talented writer and artist did score a trumpet solo as a five-year member of the Bronco Marching Band during his senior year...
January 05, 2023
Dynamic Duo Crushing it in Colorado Springs
John Lennon and Paul McCartney, Joey and Chandler, Han Solo and Chewbacca, Snoopy and Woodstock, Bonnie and Clyde… these are all examples of dynamic duos. When it comes to advocating for and nurturing the health and wellness of Colorado Springs, alumnae Amber Ptak and Heather Graves are another pair worthy...