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Joyce Taylor, a 1984 graduate of Western Washington University with a degree in broadcast communications, is best known for her work as an Emmy award-winning journalist and as the anchor of “KING-5 Morning News.” During her 25-year career, Taylor has covered the stories of heroes, presidents, policy makers, entertainers, athletes, activists and hundreds of people who make up our communities and affect our daily lives. Taylor is also the 2013 winner of the Larry 'Go Vikings!' Taylor Alumni Service Award.

David Cole, who earned �������� degrees in 1984 and '86, spent just one weekend relaxing after graduating from Western before diving headfirst into a career at Microsoft. He wasted no time making things happen as a pivotal member, and eventual leader, of the company’s monumental growth over two decades – to include the development of Windows, Internet Explorer and MSN.com. As one of the first 1,000 employees, Cole found himself changing hats as quickly as technology changed, going from technical developer to sales and marketing to vice president. He's also the winner of the 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Western Alumni Association.