Alumni News
July 06, 2012
Little Star Broncos
Little Star Center is an organization based in Indiana that provides structured, sensory-friendly facilities where children with autism receive individualized therapeutic intervention. In 2011, the Autism Society of Indiana honored Little Star Center with an Excellence in Direct Care Award. It's no surprise that they have several Broncos working in...
July 05, 2012
Automotive Pioneer
David McKee (BS '64; MS '65, Industrial Psychology) began his tenure with Ford Motor Company as an industrial psychologist developing psychometric techniques for employee selection and placement. He ended up in China where he established Ford's presence in that country and was subsequently awarded a medal from the President and...
July 02, 2012
Dancing Funny Man
Matt Baker (BFA ’08, Dance) was recently interviewed by Dance Spirit Magazine to talk about KEIGWIN + COMPANY (K + C), a contemporary, and rather unique, dance troupe based in New York City that reaches national and international audiences. Baker discussed everything from behind-the-scenes antics to injuries; rehearsals and pre-show...
July 01, 2012
Lance Corporal Ongiyo
Douglas O. Ongiyo (BS '08, Aeronautical Engineering) had the ability to pursue a career in engineering when he graduated, but instead, he chose to enlist with the U.S. Marine Corps. While his choice may not have been unusual, his reason for doing it was rather unique. Ongiyo, a Kenyan native...
June 25, 2012
Award Winning Alumni
Recently, several Bronco Alumni have been recognized for outstanding accomplishments in their every day lives. Congratulations to James Grepling, Melinda Moustakis, Taylor Smith, and Joanne duBois Sweedyk. James Grepling (BS ‘81, Medicine: Physician Assistant) PA-C, received the first-ever PA-Patient Hero of the Year award at the American Academy of Physician...
June 24, 2012
President Dunn Visits Malaysia
President John M. and Linda Dunn traveled to Malaysia in June to celebrate the 25th anniversary of a partnership between WMU and Sunway College near Kuala Lumpur. Over the years, this partnership has resulted in hundreds of international students at WMU, and changed the face of international education. During their...