WMU Seeks Nominations for 2026 Western Michigan Athletics Hall of Fame Class 

The Western Michigan Athletics Fall of Fame Committee is seeking nominations for the upcoming 2026 WMU Athletics Hall of Fame Class. 
  
This year's class will be inducted on Friday, October 9 and recognized at WMU Football's game against Kent State on Saturday, Oct. 10. 
  
To be eligible for induction into the Hall of Fame, nominees must meet the following criteria:   

• A student-athlete becomes eligible for nomination to the Hall of Fame 10 years after graduation or withdrawal from the University.  

• An athlete must have earned at least two letters in one sport or one letter in two different sports and have had significant team, conference, or national honors and accomplishments.  

• A member of the University staff must have served the University for a minimum of five (5) years, and be retired, or otherwise separated from the position for at least on (1) year 

• An outstanding career as an athlete or staff member must be complemented by an exemplary career in the individual's profession or occupation, a record that reflects credit to the person and this University 

Anyone may submit a nomination using the official nomination form. Nominations can be supported with letters of recommendation. The nomination deadline for the 2025 class is Monday, July 13.  
  
All nominations are reviewed by the Hall of Fame selection committee for statistical and biographical verification and then discussed and put forth for a vote. Election into the Hall of Fame is by an unanimous vote by the selection committee.    
  
Letters of Recommendation should be mailed to: 
  
WMU Athletics Hall of Fame Committee 
c/o Elaine Russell 
Western Michigan University 
Read Fieldhouse 
1903 West Michigan Avenue 
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5406