Broncos are empowered
You’re an individual who is truly unique. We celebrate the passions that drive you and the possibilities that inspire you. Here, a degree is a pursuit of purpose where learning empowers you, well-being strengthens you and an experience-driven education leads to a meaningful career. Western is the place to become your best self.
9 of 10
Broncos are employed quickly, working in their field in jobs they like
—2024-25 Career Outcomes Report
98%
of Broncos had instructors who made them excited about learning
—2024-25 Career Outcomes Report
93%
of Broncos participate in Experience-Driven Learning
—2024-25 Career Outcomes Report
Thrive on campus
As a student, going to class is your 9 to 5 … but Western also fills that 5 to 9 gap. That's really what makes the difference; it's not just having awesome faculty and professors but having awesome student leaders and the Office of Student Engagement and everyone who works to help develop students on their off time.
—Laila Stein, B.S.‘23
, aviation flight science, aviation management and operations
The Bronco family
No matter if you’re an alumnus or family member of a current student, you’re a part of the Bronco family. Keep connected with our news, events and campus updates, and become an active member in our community.
News
WMU College of Aviation receives federal funding to expand workforce development
Strong showing from Western Michigan University in Crain’s Newsmakers of 2025—including top honors
Latest Career Outcomes Report shows WMU grads are on a roll
From WMU to the NFL: Emmy-winning alum reflects on ‘transformational’ college experience
Events
Faculty Recital: Carter Rice, Multimedia Artist
April 5
7:30 to 9 p.m.
Dalton Center
Carter John Rice is an associate professor of Multimedia Arts Technology at Western Michigan University. A native of Minot, North Dakota, Rice is not only a composer but also an audio engineer and educator drawn to music through a desire to instill knowledge in others. As a composer, Rice draws inspiration from a wide array of sources including acoustic phenomena, cognitive science, and classical mechanics. His music has been featured at venues such as the national SEAMUS conference, the national conference for the Society of Composers Inc. (SCI), the International Computer Music Conference, Electronic Music Midwest, and the Electroacoustic Barn Dance.
Lee Honors College Poster Exhibit: Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week
Monday, April 6, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday, April 9, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, April 10, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday, April 9, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, April 10, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lee Honors College
Research Poster Exhibition showcasing the thesis work of Lee Honors College students.
Faculty Research Presentations: Spotlight on AI in Education
April 6
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Sangren Hall
This session explores the future of education by examining how AI-driven tools, such as generative models, automated assessments, and translation earbuds, can be leveraged to create personalized and adaptive learning environments for both students and educators
Evaluation Survey Clinic: Research, Innovation, and Creative Scholarship Celebration Week
Monday, April 6, 2026 — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
4010 Ellsworth Hall
Many groups on campus use surveys to learn about their impact or identify opportunities to improve services. Does your feedback or evaluation survey need a refresh? Do you need a second opinion on a survey a third-party firm is conducting on your behalf? Do you want feedback from students, faculty, or staff on something you're doing on campus and don't know where to start? Sign up for a 25-minute session with experts from the The Evaluation Center. You’ll receive tailored guidance and practical recommendations to strengthen your questionnaire.