Alumni News
April 08, 2013
Helios Solar
"I'm most proud of the fact that we're able to build economically viable solar installations for our community," said Josh Cook (BS '12, Engineering Management Technology), of Helios Solar. "We're developing economically viable, value driven installations that three years ago people said we could never do. When someone say's you...
April 02, 2013
Xoma CEO, Bronco
John Varian (BBA '80, Accountancy; Lee Honors College) decided to transition to the biomedical field because he wanted to do something for the good of humanity. Now, he is CEO of an innovative biotechnology company that has a strong track record of discovery and development. Xoma Corporation focuses on the...
March 27, 2013
Vintage 60s Broncos
“We had no idea back in the late 60s when we started connecting that we would still be doing so 50 years later,” said Ann McMinn. Every two years they gather somewhere, usually in the Midwest, to catch up, share memories, and have fun. The Vintage 60’s Broncos have been...
March 25, 2013
A Powerful Mission
Jeanne Powers (Master of Public Administration '77) is committing to something big. Beginning May 11, she will embark on a 3,415 mile journey— cycling all the way from LA to Boston on a mission. That mission is to raise awareness and funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. "I believe with...
March 14, 2013
Gagne Honored by CCHA
Wayne Gagne (BS '87, Physical Education) is one of 12 players selected for the CCHA's All-Time First Team. In honor of the Central Collegiate Hockey Association's final season, top performers were chosen from across all 42 seasons as part of their 'Celebrate the Legacy' initiative. Gagne played WMU Hockey from...
March 13, 2013
Welcome Back!
Western Michigan University welcomes an alumnus back to campus— Christopher Tremblay (BA, Public Relations; MA, Communication; Lee Honors College) has been named WMU's associate provost for enrollment management. In his new role, he will lead WMU's recruitment and enrollment management efforts, overseeing the Office of Admissions, Student Financial Aid and...