Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Michigan’s classrooms and collaboration spaces hadn’t seen upgrades since 2015. With team-based learning (TBL) becoming the standard, their existing technology no longer met their needs. The school needed intuitive, flexible systems that could support both in-room collaboration and remote participants—without adding complexity to the teaching experience. 

Partnering for a Smarter Upgrade

To meet these evolving needs, Bluewater partnered closely with WMed’s leadership and IT team. Through collaborative planning sessions, product testing, and careful timeline management, we co-developed a design strategy that would modernize four critical spaces: two TBL classrooms, a boardroom, and the auditorium. By aligning on goals early and leveraging WMed’s input throughout, we ensured that upgrades would balance innovation with practicality, reusing legacy equipment where possible to maximize cost-effectiveness. 

• Team-Based Learning Rooms: Outfitted with Crestron NVX MTR systems, upgraded projection, and intuitive user interfaces to simplify hybrid collaboration. 
• Boardroom: Installed a Newline Interactive Display, a Crestron-controlled MTR system, and new microphones for clear, seamless communication. 
• Auditorium: Upgraded with a 25’ projection screen, an Epson Pro L30000UNL projector, and Newline Z Series skybox displays, complemented by select legacy gear to maintain budget efficiency. 

The Results: Collaboration That Clicks 

The outcome is a modern, cost-effective AV environment that enhances every aspect of the WMed learning experience. Faculty can now teach in dynamic, team-based settings; students enjoy more engaging collaboration; and remote participants feel fully included. By working hand-in-hand with WMed, Bluewater helped transform outdated spaces into flexible, future-ready environments that elevate teaching, learning, and communication. 

WMed now has a modern, cost-effective AV environment that supports every aspect of their mission:

Team-Based Learning Rooms
Upgraded with Crestron NVX MTR systems, new projection, and intuitive user interfaces that make hybrid collaboration simple. 

Boardroom
Enhanced with a Newline Interactive Display, Crestron-controlled MTR system, and crystal-clear microphones to make meetings seamless. 

Auditorium
Brought to life with a massive 25’ projection screen, a powerhouse Epson Pro L30000UNL projector, and Newline Z Series skybox displays—plus a smart mix of legacy gear to maximize value. 

By working hand-in-hand, Bluewater and WMED turned outdated rooms into flexible, future-ready environments designed to elevate teaching, learning, and communication for years to come. 

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