11,062 students participated in at least one WMU Signature Designated Experience
Students in Living Learning Communities graduate in 4 years at almost double the rate of students living off campus
1,853 students participate in leadership programs
Fostering student development, engagement, and growth.
Our team of Student Affairs professionals is dedicated to fostering your involvement, growth and development in safe, healthy and inclusive learning environments. Through collaborative relationships within Western Michigan University, we strive to create a community that embraces interculturalism and focuses on your holistic development. In order to assist you in attaining your educational, personal and professional goals, we offer programs, services and opportunities to help you learn and engage in ways that develop your passions and prepare you to make a difference in our global society
University Recreation’s new equipment investment prioritizes individualized student workouts, modern exercise trends
WMU Greek Life makes history with Bronco Food Pantry donation
Housing and Residence Life and Institutional Equity staff win GLASS award at Great Lakes Association of College & University Housing Officers conference
Student Financial Aid donates 960 pounds of food to Essential Needs food pantry in first food drive competition
Student Rights and Responsibilities’ restorative justice program receives permanent funding
Associate director of culinary operations makes mark in nationwide cooking competition
Essential Needs and Dining Services team up to demo cooking skills for students
WIDR staff brings home two national awards for Best Radio Drama and Best Faculty Advisor
Recognize an employee
Do you have a Student Affairs staff member you'd like to shout out? Here you can recognize an individual or team for their outstanding performance, assistance or distinctive achievement.
Submit a news story
Do you have a department highlight or student success story you'd like to share? Submit a request to share your information in the Student Affairs Community Update electronic news.
The Student Affairs office staff may be working remotely and providing all services by appointment via phone, email and WebEx. Please call (269) 387-2150 or (269) 387-2152 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for assistance.
We are available to assist with scheduling virtual or in-person appointments with:
Dr. Diane Anderson, Vice President for Student Affairs
Dr. Barry Olson, Associate Vice President - Campus Life
Dr. Reetha Raveendran, Associate Vice President and Dean of Student