Academically Talented Youth Program at WMU

The Academically Talented Youth Program at Western Michigan University's Office of Pre-College Programming is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Laura Citino as ATYP's new director, effective August 17.

Ms. Citino has been ATYP's English Coordinator for the last year and has taught here for more than a decade, including English 11/12 and Year IV: Literature, Philosophy, and Media. Her experience with gifted students and her commitment to the program make her the ideal candidate to carry ATYP's vision into the future.

Dr. Kelly will be stepping back into a part-time position as Program Coordinator as she helps Ms. Citino transition into this new role.

In its 40+ year history, this will be only ATYP's fourth director! We know that you are as excited as we are, and hope you will give her a warm welcome!

ATYP students and alumni - do you need volunteer hours for National Honor Society, some other organization, or just because you want to?

We have several projects piling up in the ATYP office, and we could use your assistance!

If you're interested in helping out, please email us [email protected] so we can schedule a time for you to come in!

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It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our colleague, teacher, mentor, dear friend, and pirate of our hearts, Scott Friesner.

The initial creator of ATYP's innovative AP English class, Scott will be forever remembered here for his love of language, music, teaching, and coffee.

We hope that you will hold his wife, Suzanne, and his daughter, Lenya, in your thoughts and join us in wishing them comfort and peace.

Scott, we know you are somewhere listening to smooth jazz and drinking a great cup of joe, but we will continue to miss you.

Scott M. Friesner - Joldersma & Klein Scott Martin Friesner (born November 7, 1954 in Pontiac, MI, aged 71) passed from this world on July 9th, 2026, his 43rd wedding anniversary, and began another journey, a “launching into the region of the strange Untried … the first...

ATYP alum Madeline had the honor of meeting Governor Gretchen Whitmer at Loy Norrix High School. Congratulations, Madeline!

Look at our beautiful new banner! Thanks to all the donors who helped make it possible!

Check out Ms. Cooper's AP English students as they create a "Reading Cafe" in preparation for their AP English exams!

We still have plenty of room in our Math Games camp (July 6-10) and in our Arts for a Brighter Future camp (July 13-17)!

Check them out today at www.wmich.edu/precollege/atyp/summer-programs

Camps are $160 and Arts has an additional $10 supply fee. Half-off scholarships are available for students whose families qualify for any type of state or federal financial assistance; contact the office at [email protected] for more information.

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ATYP is hiring a math and an English instructor for the next school year! If you or someone you know is qualified and interested in these part-time positions, please share and/or apply.

You can find the math job at: https://www.indeed.com/job/secondary-part-time-mathematics-teacher-b283b2b8002382cf

You can find the English job at: https://www.indeed.com/job/secondary-part-time-english-teacher-2cb307be5e60dcb4

If you have questions, send us a DM or email the office at [email protected].

We had some extra campers join us today at Schneider Hall!