WMU Graduate College

The Graduate College announces a doctoral oral examination:

Candidate: Geraldine Granados Todd
For the degree of: Doctor of Philosophy
Department: Psychology
Title: Flexible Machismo: Rethinking Latin Masculinity

Join us in celebrating Tony Dennis, Graduate College Director of Recruitment and Retention, at his Retirement Open House on June 19! 💛

After more than 34 years of dedicated service to Western Michigan University, Tony is retiring—and we invite you to help us honor his incredible impact.
📅 Friday, June 19
🕓 4 to 6 p.m. (remarks at 5 p.m.)
📍 Walwood Hall, West Lobby

From his time as a WMU student in 1979 to a long and distinguished career on staff, Tony has made a lasting difference in the lives of so many. All are welcome—come share your thanks and well wishes as he begins this next chapter! 🎉

The Graduate College announces a doctoral oral examination:

Candidate: Patrick Clouse
For the degree of: Doctor of Philosophy
Department: Mallinson Institute for Science Education
Title: The Impact of Using History on Learning in Physics Laboratory Settings
Committee: Dr. David Rudge, Chair, Dr. Cody Williams, Dr. Diana Sachmpazidi
Time/Place: Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 6 to 8 p.m., 1408 Wood Hall

The Graduate College announces a doctoral oral examination:

Candidate: Cassandra Dukes
For the degree of: Doctor of Philosophy
Department: Psychology
Title: A Primary Care Randomized Controlled Trial Investigating the Efficacy of a Caregiver Focused Intervention to Reduce Children’s Risk for Child Sexual Abuse

The Graduate College announces a doctoral oral examination:

Candidate: Thomas L. Fisher
For the degree of: Doctor of Philosophy
Department: Psychology
Title: Knowledge, Physician Communication, and Psychological Predictors of Willingness to Engage in Dementia Risk Reduction Across the Lifespan

The Graduate College announces a doctoral oral examination:

Candidate: Victor “Trey” Ximenez
For the degree of: Doctor of Philosophy
Department: Psychology
Title: Severity-Informed Analysis of Staff-Worn Personal Protective Equipment Use in an Applied Behavior Analysis Clinical Setting

The Graduate College announces a doctoral oral examination:

Candidate: Callum A. Smith
For the degree of: Doctor of Philosophy
Department: Psychology
Title: Analysis of a Process-Based Approach to Case Formulation and Treatment with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

The Graduate College announces a doctoral oral examination:

Candidate: Andrew S. Thomas
For the degree of: Doctor of Philosophy
Department: English
Title: “Dynt Of Dede:” Reading the Medieval Combat Scene Through the Helmet-Cleave Motif

The Graduate College announces a doctoral oral examination:

Candidate: Sarah Dacey
For the degree of: Doctor of Philosophy
Department: Psychology
Title: Promoting Coping and Connection: Preliminary Effectiveness of an ACT and Social Support Intervention for Parents of Children with Chronic Health Conditions

WMU Graduate College to Celebrate Tony Dennis, Graduate College Director of Recruitment and Retention, at Retirement Open House June 19

Help us celebrate Tony Dennis! 💛
From being a freshman in 1979 to more than three decades of service, Tony Dennis has made a lasting impact at WMU. Join us June 19 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Walwood Hall as we celebrate his retirement and wish him well in this next chapter (remarks at 5 p.m.). 🎉