April Van Buren is Community Engagement Director for Michigan Radio’s State of Opportunity project. She produces features and Stateside segments for the project and coordinates State of Opportunity’s live events. Continue reading “April Van Buren | Producer”
Alison Warren | Associate Director of Development
Alison joined Michigan Radio in 2014 as the Associate Director of Development, where she combines her passion for philanthropy and Michigan Radio. She is no stranger to Michigan Radio having grown up listening to the station.
She enjoys sharing her passion for all things Michigan Radio with listeners and members through on-air membership drives and lively conversations. When she’s not at the office she’s spending time with her husband, son, and dog.
Peggy J. Watson | Operations Manager
Peggy J. Watson began her career at Michigan Radio in 1983 as a Production Assistant after graduating from Western Michigan University. At that time, Michigan Radio was primarily a classical music station. Continue reading “Peggy J. Watson | Operations Manager”
Kate Wells | Weekend Host/Reporter/Producer
Kate Wells is an award-winning reporter covering general news for Michigan Radio. Her work has been featured on NPR’s Morning Edition, All Things Considered, and Weekend Edition, as well as on WNYC, Continue reading “Kate Wells | Weekend Host/Reporter/Producer”
Jodi Westrick | Social Media Producer
Jodi is Michigan Radio’s social media producer, working to connect listeners to the station across a variety of digital platforms. If you’re chatting with someone on Michigan Radio’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram… it’s likely her. Continue reading “Jodi Westrick | Social Media Producer”
Rebecca Williams | Reporter/Producer – The Environment Report
Rebecca has a natural science degree from the University of Michigan’s School of Natural Resources & Environment, where she had close encounters with escaped boars and poison sumac. Before getting into Continue reading “Rebecca Williams | Reporter/Producer – The Environment Report”
Emma Winowiecki | Online News Assistant
Emma is currently an online news intern at Michigan Radio. In addition to covering news, she assists with The Environment Report and other programs. Emma is a senior at the University of Michigan, majoring in Communication Studies and Screen Arts & Cultures, and she plans to pursue radio and digital journalism in the future. When she is not at Michigan Radio, Emma can be found at various coffee shops around Ann Arbor. Continue reading “Emma Winowiecki | Online News Assistant”
Paula Zmudczynski | Underwriting Account Manager
Paula started her career in 2006, with Michigan Television and Michigan Radio. Currently she works in the Corporate Support division. She represents the station by seeking financial contributions from businesses and organizations. She enjoys working with the public and learning of their dedication to public media, something she is passionate about. Continue reading “Paula Zmudczynski | Underwriting Account Manager”