Please see the tentative schedule below. Descriptions can be found at the bottom of the page. Please register for the event online.
TENTATIVE VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE
Session 1: 10 to 10:30 a.m.
- Admissions & Scholarships
- College of Arts & Sciences
- College of Aviation
- College of Education & Human Development
- College of Engineering & Applied Sciences
- College of Fine Arts
- College of Health & Human Services
- Haworth College of Business
- Financial Aid
- Student Panel
Session 2: 10:40 to 11:10 a.m.
- Admissions & Scholarships
- College of Arts & Sciences
- College of Aviation
- College of Education & Human Development
- College of Engineering & Applied Sciences
- College of Fine Arts
- College of Health & Human Services
- Exploratory Advising
- Haworth College of Business
- Lee Honors College
- Living on Campus
- Student Panel
Session 3: 11:20 to 11:50 a.m.
- Admissions & Scholarships
- Career & Student Employment Services
- Exploratory Advising
- Financial Aid
- Global Education & Study Abroad
- Lee Honors College
- Living on Campus
- Military & Veterans Affairs
- ROTC
- Student Panel
- Transferring to WMU
- WMU Signature
Session 4: 12 to 12:30 p.m.
- Admissions & Scholarships
- Career & Student Employment Services
- Global Education & Study Abroad
- Living on Campus
- Military & Veterans Affairs
- ROTC
- Student Panel
- Transferring to WMU
- WMU Signature
Session 5: 12:45 to 1:45 p.m.
- Lunchtime Live with Admissions Counselors
- Lunchtime Live with Aviation
- Lunchtime Live with Engineering
- Lunchtime Live with Fine Arts
- Lunchtime Live with Student Ambassador
- Live Virtual Tour
Session 6: 2 to 3 p.m.
- Live Virtual Tour
Session Descriptions:
- Admissions & Scholarships: This session will review the application and admissions process, along with details about other admissions processes to assist first-year students such as earning early credit (including IB, AP and dual enrollment), scholarship opportunities, and future enrollment steps.
- Career & Student Employment Services: Join Career and Student Employment Services to learn about Handshake (where WMU posts jobs, internships, on-campus jobs, and job fairs online), securing on-campus, part-time job opportunities, and discover all of the ways we will support your career development during your career at WMU.
- College of Arts & Sciences: Welcome to the liberal arts core at WMU! We have 100+ majors/minors to choose from, undergraduate research, study abroad opportunities, and more. Sit in with A&S representative to learn about your options as a Bronco in our college.
- College of Aviation: Meet with the College of Aviation representative to learn more about the variety of programs and opportunities awaiting you.
- College of Education & Human Development: Welcome to the College of Education and Human Development at WMU! We offer 20 different undergraduate programs ranging from education majors to exercise science, fashion merchandising and design, sport management, family science and more. Join our virtual info. session with a CEHD representative to learn about your major, internships and field experiences, student support services, and have your questions answered.
- College of Engineering & Applied Sciences: Meet virtually with a college representative to learn more about the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. You will learn about our programs, unique learning environment, student success, and how to get involved with a variety of activities.
- College of Fine Arts: Join us for a more in-depth look at what it looks like to be a Fine Arts student at WMU as a representative helps you explore the unique student experiences available by joining our College of Fine Arts.
- College of Health & Human Services: Meet with College of Health & Human Services representatives to learn more about the variety of programs and opportunities awaiting you. We will be hosting an interactive panel with student ambassadors from various programs to answer any questions you may have about your program, the college, and student life!
- Exploratory Advising: Exploratory Advising is the temporary advising home primarily for first-year students who we used to call “undecided” or “undeclared” but who we now consider "exploring." Our job is to help you find the right major for you and then help you move into it as efficiently as possible. We do this by helping you learn more about yourself -- your interests, abilities, and values -- and WMU's academic programs and the careers that connect with those major programs. This presentation will provide you with an overview of our advising approach and what you can expect from us during your first year here at Western.
- Financial Aid: We understand that financial aid can be challenging to understand; this presentation will introduce you to loans, grants, scholarships, FAFSA and other aspects that encompass financial aid.
- Global Education & Study Abroad: WMU's Global Education Programs are innovative, two- and four-year programs that prepare undergraduates to succeed in and tackle the problems of our increasingly globalized world within their chosen fields of study. Students in the Global Leadership Program (4 years) and Global Collaboration Program (2 years) explore global topics and develop leadership skills through coursework, study abroad and local community involvement.
- Haworth College of Business: Learn why the Haworth College of Business has been named one of the nation's "best business programs" by U.S. News & World Report year over year and why so many students call Haworth home.
- Lee Honors College: What 'honors' looks like differs greatly between high school and college as well as between universities. At the Lee Honors College, we are committed to providing a deeper, more engaged path to graduation - not a longer one. During this session, we will get into more specifics of what being an honors student looks like at WMU academically, the value it can add to your overall college experience, and what it will mean for you as a graduate.
- Live Virtual Tour: Join one of our current Student Ambassadors and walk through our virtual tour together. Learn about Western Michigan University, hear first-hand experiences from a current Bronco, and ask questions you have about campus and student life. Watch the Welcome Presentation video at your convenience to get a sense of WMU, who we are, and how you will find your place here.
- Living on Campus: Living on campus is a great way to meet people, get involved, and find support during your first year at WMU. Join us for an overview of options to tailor your housing and highlights of dining's varied selections and meal plans.
- Lunchtime Live with Admissions Counselors: Have more questions? Grab your lunch and join our admissions staff to get additional answers in an informal session.
- Lunchtime Live with Aviation: Have more questions? Grab your lunch and join us to get additional answers in an informal session.
- Lunchtime Live with Engineering: Have more questions? Grab your lunch and join us to get additional answers in an informal session.
- Lunchtime Live with Fine Arts: Have more questions? Grab your lunch and join us to get additional answers in an informal session.
- Lunchtime Live with Student Ambassador: Have more questions? Grab your lunch and join our student ambassadors to get additional answers in an informal session.
- Military & Veterans Affairs: Have you or your parents ever been in the military? The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs provides guidance and mentorship for veterans, those still serving and their family members. We offer assistance with benefit support, bring answers to questions regarding WMU, the VA and southwest Michigan.
- ROTC: Want to try to be a part of something bigger than yourself? Want to be in the premier Army officer producing program in the State of Michigan? Join us for a great opportunity to learn about the personal, professional and financial benefits of Western Michigan University’s Army ROTC program.
- Student Panel: Ask questions directly of our current students about such topics as campus life, student activities, and what it is like to be a Bronco!
- Transferring to WMU: This session is for students who are considering transferring to WMU. Topics covered included the transfer admission process, transfer scholarships and enrollment steps. Come learn why WMU is a smart choice.
- WMU Signature: WMU Signature is a program for all WMU students that will help them stand out from others upon graduation – but what exactly is it? Come to this breakout session to learn what WMU Signature is, find out more about the process, and hear examples of students who have completed their own WMU Signatures.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Admissions at (269) 387-2000.