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You’re an individual who is truly unique. We celebrate the passions that drive you and the possibilities that inspire you. Here, a degree is a pursuit of purpose where learning empowers you, well-being strengthens you and an experience-driven education leads to a meaningful career. Western is the place to become your best self.

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Learn and live in the No. 3 Best Metro Area in America for new college grads (Smart Asset, 2023). Visit our campus perfectly positioned between Chicago and Detroit and less than an hour’s drive from Lake Michigan.

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Pursue a meaningful career at a University designed to develop the whole you. You’ll find everything you need to thrive intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially both in and out of the classroom.

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Experience-Driven Learning will give you a leg up when you’re ready to pursue a meaningful career. You can capitalize on the wealth of internships and similar opportunities available as soon as you arrive on campus.

9 of 10

Broncos are employed quickly, working in their field in jobs they like

—2023-24 Career Outcomes Report

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97%

of Broncos had instructors who made them excited about learning

—2023-24 Career Outcomes Report

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93%

of Broncos participate in Experience-Driven Learning

—2023-24 Career Outcomes Report

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Wellness at Western

Holistic wellness tools available to Broncos—WellTrack and Uwill—promote self-reflection and allow students to be proactive with their health and well-being.

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The Bronco Promise

Free tuition and fees for up to four years for full-time, first-year students from Michigan whose family has an adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less and net assets below $75,000. FAFSA must be completed by July 1.

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A place to belong

The new student center is the heart of campus where students can find community and belonging.

As a student, going to class is your 9 to 5 … but Western also fills that 5 to 9 gap. That's really what makes the difference; it's not just having awesome faculty and professors but having awesome student leaders and the Office of Student Engagement and everyone who works to help develop students on their off time.

—Laila Stein, B.S.‘23 , aviation flight science, aviation management and operations

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The Bronco family

No matter if you’re an alumnus or family member of a current student, you’re a part of the Bronco family. Keep connected with our news, events and campus updates, and become an active member in our community.

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News

First-place team, Digital Marketing Competition

WMU digital marketing students named world champions in 2025 Digital Marketing Competition

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WMU trustees appoint Russ Kavalhuna, J.D., as University’s 10th president

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Ready for launch: Engineering grad poised to expand horizons of space research

Bronco buoyed by business success boosts next generation of influencers

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Events

U.S. Memorial Day

May 26

midnight to 11:59 p.m.

Memorial Day Special Workout with Dre

May 26

8 to 9 a.m.

West Hills Athletic Club

Conversation Circle

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.
Sunday, June 1, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.
Sunday, June 8, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.
Sunday, June 15, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.
Sunday, June 22, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.

WMU Student Center

Study Abroad Information Session

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.

Virtual with WMU Study Abroad

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