Now is a good time to review WMU's closure policy. Western rarely closes or delays classes, so always assume campuses are open. In the absence of notification via one of the methods listed below, all normal operations will continue as scheduled.

When the University does close, regardless of the reason, the closure is announced on the:

The status of WMU-Grand Rapids will vary due to conditions in that individual area, and…

The City of Kalamazoo has launched Imagine Kalamazoo 2035, a strategic plan designed to shape the city's future over the next decade. As Western Michigan University plays a vital role in the community, we encourage our campus community to actively participate in this important process.

Engagement sessions will be held early in the Spring semester, providing additional opportunities to share your thoughts. In the meantime, you can share your input by completing the survey here and learn more about the initiative by visiting their website here.

Transferology is a self-guided credit evaluation and lead generation tool for prospective undergraduate students with prior credits from colleges and universities, standardized exams, and/or other experiences. Prospective students from across the country can now find WMU as a potential location to maximize their transfer credits, request information directly from the platform, and experience nearly real-time updates as new courses are evaluated and articulated. Students can create an account on Transferology for free and are “matched” with institutions based on the percentage credits that may be accepted by the new institution. 

Our unique Transferology profile can be linked anywhere “transfer” or “transfer credit” is referenced:…

The Haenicke Institute for Global Education welcomes Dr. Brian Childs as its new senior director of International Student and Scholar Services. Childs brings 18 years of experience in higher education administration to the role, most of which has been in international education. 

He joins Western Michigan University from California State University, Monterey Bay, where he worked for nearly a decade. There, he led the International Student and Scholar Services office and also served as director of student services and international enrollment management. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Brian Childs as the Senior Director of International Student and Scholar Services," says Dr. Ying Zeng, interim associate provost at the Haenicke Institute. 

Western’s Thanksgiving recess begins at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 27, and continues through Sunday, Dec. 1.

Some WMU offices will close or operate on limited hours Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 28 through Dec. 2. You are encouraged to call ahead to make sure that a particular office on campus is open. For emergencies only, contact WMU Public Safety at 911. For non-emergencies, call (269) 488-8911.

Office closings apply to non-represented University employees. Many represented employees have contractually scheduled regular work days Nov. 28-29 since the University continues to provide services during Thanksgiving recess. Represented employees should direct questions to their management.

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Tax-deferred savings plan enrollment information for 2025 is available on the Human Resources website at https://wmich.edu/hr/taxdeferredsavingsenroll. To enroll or to change your election for 2025, complete and submit the salary reduction agreement form to Human Resources by Friday, Dec. 6, 2024 and note…

As the weather transitions to cooler temperatures, it's time to prepare for the heating season. With our heating systems coming back into operation after a long break, we want to ensure everyone stays comfortable and safe on campus. While we discourage the use of personal space heaters on campus to prevent circuit overloads, we understand that some areas may experience cooler temperatures. If you find your workspace uncomfortable, please refrain from using space heaters. Instead, we encourage you to submit a Bronco Fix-It request. Our dedicated technicians will promptly investigate the issue and perform any necessary repairs to ensure your area is comfortable.

Submit a Bronco Fix-It request…

Western Michigan University’s Haenicke Institute for Global Education announces International Education Week 2024: Internationalization on Campus and Beyond. Several events are scheduled from November 18-22 to celebrate global diversity and promote cross-cultural understanding. All events are free and open to the public.

Highlights include:

A full schedule of events is at…

Run the Turkey Trot in person on Nov. 23 or virtually between Nov. 23-29. Regardless of what race option you choose, you can pick up your SWAG at our Packet Pick-Up on Nov. 22 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the WMU Student Recreation Center - Indoor Tennis Courts.

https://wmich.edu/rec/intramurals/turkeytrot