You made it happen
More than 3,400 Broncos from all 50 states and around the world made gifts totaling nearly $3.2 million for Western's fifth and most successful Giving Day.
It’s time to Rethink Smart
At Western, you can seek a deeper understanding of who you are and who you’re meant to become. Beyond book smarts, your potential lies in your pursuit of purpose. It’s unleashed in a tenacity to question answers and the ability to think differently. It’s time to Rethink Smart. Are you ready?
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See how we can help you explore your potential and pursue your purpose.
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You’ll find endless opportunities to grow as a student, individual and member of a thriving community.
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We have academics, faculty mentors and experiential learning that will help you reach your goals after graduation.
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9 of 10 Broncos are employed quickly, working in their fields in jobs they like
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92% of students felt instructors cared about them as a person
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No. 1 in Michigan for earnings by graduates from all backgrounds
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Thrive on campus
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This historic $550 million gift is a commitment to WMU’s mission to create an inclusive education that empowers people and communities to create a bright future for all.
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Holistic wellness tools available to Broncos—YOU at Western and WellTrack—promote self-reflection and allow students to be proactive with their health and well-being.
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Opening in fall 2022, the new student center will be the heart of campus where students will find community and belonging.
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I've had the opportunity and been challenged to further develop introspection, interpersonal relationships and be a lifelong learner as I depart ... I'm happy I chose Western because of the community we have here; we strive for excellence for every student in every type of way.
Kendall Owens '19, nursing and dance (from Plymouth, Michigan)
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News
Events
Spring Convocation
Date: Apr. 15
Time: 10:00am
Location: https://wmich.edu/research/spring-convocation-2022
Join the Office of Research and Innovation to celebrate Presidential Innovation Professors, ITEEG research, FRACAA recipients, and new awardees.
Image and Text: A Detective Reading of a Rare Chinese Mirror Design
Date: Apr. 15
Time: noon
Location: Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Join the Friends of Asian Arts and Cultures’ very first in-person event, a free public lecture at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts by Dr. Hanmo Zhang, WMU alumnus, visiting scholar at University of Chicago, Professor of Renmin University of China.
Investing and Gen Z: Investment Analyst Resources Available Through WMU Libraries
Date: Apr. 15
Time: noon
Location: Webex
Learn about the generational trends from a recent retirement study on the financial practices of Gen Z, stock analyst reports available through WMU Libraries, investment fund analysis through Morningstar, and company research. Register now.
Part of the Academic Adulting Workshop Series.
WMU Theatre Presents HEAD OVER HEELS
Date: Apr. 15
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
HEAD OVER HEELS THE MUSICAL
Songs by The Go-Go's | Conceived by and Original Book by Jeff Whitty | Adaptation by James Magruder