
WMU has prepared me to be a better version of myself.
Haenicke Institute for Global Education Programming
2,100+
international students on campus and abroad from more than 90 countries
450+
students studying abroad in 30 countries, on average, each year
11,000 +
globally engaged students on campus
The People and Places of the Haenicke Institute for Global Education
The people and places that make WMU a global campus.

Experience-Driven Learning Spans Borders: International alumnus reflects on journey home

From China to the Midwest, WMU trustee finds a home in Kalamazoo

Faculty-led India trip is interdisciplinary, international by design

Film major takes passion, career to Cannes Film Festival with WMU Study Abroad

Malaysian student comes ‘full circle’ in his study of American politics

Student transfers to WMU for cultural exchange, plans trips to three countries
9 of 10
Broncos are employed quickly, working in their field in jobs they like
97%
of Broncos had instructors who made them excited about learning
95%
of graduates working full time have a job related to their degree
Global Education News

WMU welcomes new associate vice president of global education

WMU faculty head to South Africa, Thailand this summer on Fulbright Specialist Awards

Learning across the globe in WMU's College of Arts and Sciences

Global Studies in the Field prepares students for study abroad, connects students to scholarships and careers

Nearly 180 students recognized for global engagement on WMU’s campus

WMU Study Abroad celebrates new, nationally competitive Gilman award winners

WMU welcomes more than 50 new international students this January

Faculty awarded prestigious Fulbright fellowships for global research and teaching opportunities
Global Events
Study Abroad Information Session
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
OPT Workshops for International Students
Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025 — 11 a.m. to noon
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025 — 10 to 11 a.m.
Birthday Celebration for International Students and Scholars
Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025 — 2 to 4 p.m.
Conversation Circle
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.