Alumni News
July 01, 2014
Firsthand Knowledge
Keith Neihart (BS ’77, Food Distribution) was a senior in high school working for Jewel-Osco when his manager gave him some literature on a food distribution program at Western Michigan University. He applied, was accepted, and became the first member of his family to attend college. At the time, Jewel...
June 30, 2014
2014 Distinguished Alumni Announced
For the 51st year, the Western Michigan University Alumni Association will be honoring a group of three graduates with the Distinguished Alumni Award. Each year, alumni are nominated by their peers, and the association’s award committee selects the honorees. The Distinguished Alumni Award is the highest honor conferred by WMU...
June 30, 2014
Bronco Composer
Chances are good that you’re familiar with alumnus Ryan Andrews (BM ’09, Jazz Studies), whether you’ve heard his name or not. Whether you frequent the movie theater or enjoy a night in playing video games, you’ve probably heard the music made by this Bronco composer. Andrews works for Pitch Hammer...
June 25, 2014
World-Class Computer Program
Have you ever wondered who does the collision testing for vehicles, planes, or sports equipment? Well if you have, look no further than a Bronco. John Hallquist (BS ’70, Industrial Engineering) is the person to answer your questions. Hallquist is the developer of a simulator software called LS-DYNA, which has...
June 24, 2014
A Charitable Bronco Quarterback
Western Michigan University provides hundreds of teams, clubs, and organizations for students to enjoy, but for Charles Higgins (BS ’54, Business Administration), football was his calling. Higgins decided to attend Western with his longtime friend Bill Brown (a name that may sound familiar because of the Bill Brown Alumni Football...
June 23, 2014
A Dedicated Librarian
Cheryl TenBrink (BA ’69, Elementary Education; MLS ’78, Library Science) has given a lot back to not only her alma mater, but to the Kalamazoo community as well. TenBrink graduated from Loy Norrix High School in 1966 and has been making her mark on Kalamazoo libraries ever since. After leaving...