Gender Inclusive Housing

Housing and Residence Life is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive experience for all students. Recognizing that single-gender housing is not the right fit for everyone, we offer Gender Inclusive Housing (GIH) in both the residence halls and apartments.

GIH-designated rooms are open to any student interested in gender inclusive housing, regardless of sex assigned at birth, gender identity or gender expression. In multiple-occupant spaces, GIH is designed to bring together LGBTQIA+ students with others who identify as advocates or peers in the LGBTQIA+ community. 

GIH housing is guided by the following values:

• Affirmation of all students' gender identity and/or expression
• Reducing student concerns about physical safety and emotional health based on their living space
• Enhanced opportunities for student success at WMU by finding the best match between a student's needs and housing options available

We are committed to working with students to find the best possible housing option for them, but there is no guarantee that all of a student's housing preferences can be met.