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Serving those who have served.

The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs provides guidance and mentorship for veterans, those still serving and their family members. We offer assistance in academic and benefit support; we also bring answers to questions regarding WMU, the VA and southwest Michigan.

While transitioning back into civilian and college life, let us help you with many of the challenges that you may face, including:

  • Academic support
  • Career services
  • Counseling and disability services
  • GI benefits and in-state tuition
  • Student Veterans of America (SVA)
  • Transition assistance
  • VetSuccess on Campus

 

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National Guardsman, a WMU alum, helps lead effort to feed thousands of Michigan families

May 7

2nd Lt. Hunter Davidson and his team of Michigan National Guard soldiers help feed families during COVID-19. 

Service Continuity Update

March 25

In alignment with courses being offered through distance education for the remainder of the semester, the Office of Military and Veteran Affairs services will be offered from a distance as our staff works remotely during this time. You will be able to receive the support, guidance, and mentoring via phone, email, and Zoom.

For an appointment, you may call our office at 269-387-4444.  Phone calls will be attended to in the order received. 

You may also contact the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs staff via email directly:

Your success is our top priority and we will do our best to serve your needs. Thank you for your patience and be well!

OMVA staff speaking with a new military student during an orientation event.

WMU approves Block Transfer of Military Credit Policy

September 16

Students who are military service members or veterans may receive a block of up to 15 credit hours of open elective credit towards a bachelor's degree.

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Military students receive priority registration benefits

September 14

Students qualifying for VA priority registration must be active duty military, veterans, reservists, members of the National Guard or ROTC.

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