Honorary Alumni Award

Barry Waters arrived on Central Michigan University’s (CMU) campus in 2003. With over 30 years of bookstore manager/director experience, Barry currently serves as the Director of the CMU Bookstore where a consistent growth of revenue can be seen over the last 12 years. Barry received his bachelor of business administration degree in management and information systems from the University of Oklahoma. Although an Oklahoma Sooner at heart Barry is a big supporter of multiple areas of Central Michigan University.

The dedication and commitment Barry has to CMU extends far beyond the day-to-day operations of the CMU Bookstore and can be seen through his support for all events found on and off-campus. Barry is an annual contributor to the CMU Athletics Department and attends many sporting events. His commitment does not stop with athletics and can be seen with his support of the CMU Alumni Association and student events and publications.

Barry represents Central Michigan University with the highest standards of integrity and character by providing outstanding customer service and letting everyone know he is proud to be a part of CMU. As a past President of the Michigan Association of College Stores and his efforts working with various textbook vendors and other professional organizations show Barry’s commitment to bringing excellence to CMU.