External Partnerships helps businesses, nonprofits, government agencies and community organizations connect with the people, programs and resources across WMU. Whether you want to collaborate on research, recruit talent, visit or host an event, or develop a community partnership, our team can help you find the right place to begin.
Research and Innovation
Connect with researchers and resources supporting new ideas.
Recruit WMU Talent
Connect with WMU students and graduates through job postings, internships, career fairs and other recruiting opportunities.
Visit or Host an Event
Explore popular campus spaces and tell us what you’re planning. Our team will help connect you with the right venue and contacts.
Community Partnerships
Share your organization’s goals or needs and explore opportunities to work with WMU students, faculty and programs.
Marketing and Sponsorship
Promote your organization, sponsor WMU programs and events, and connect with campus.
Philanthropy and Giving
Support WMU through charitable giving and other philanthropic opportunities.
$1.14B
in regional economic output
2022
11,138
jobs created and supported
2022
$427.7M
increase in regional labor income
2022
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Partnership in action
WMU x Kalamazoo Literacy Council
Through a multi-year partnership with the Kalamazoo Literacy Council, WMU students, faculty and community members have worked together on learning, research and neighborhood projects shaped by community priorities.