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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
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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
WMU Theatre Presents Much Ado About Nothing
Friday, March 27, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, March 28, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, March 29, 2026 — 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 28, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, March 29, 2026 — 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Gilmore Theatre Complex
One of Shakespeare’s most enduring and beloved comedies is being presented by WMU Theatre, March 20-29! In this play full of mistaken identities and unexpected revelations, love and loyalty are tested in the aftermath of war.
"So, you want to be a teacher?" Conference with Aspiring Educators of Michigan
March 28
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sangren Hall
Please join us Saturday, March 28 for our “So You Want To Be A Teacher?” conference! This event is free and open for ALL aspiring educators to attend, to learn more about becoming an educator! Please register to attend.
Book Club - In Pain: A Bioethicist's Personal Struggle with Opioids
Monday, March 30, 2026 — 6 to 7:30 p.m.
3120 Sangren Hall
WMU Drum Choir
March 30
7:30 to 9 p.m.
Dalton Center
Keith Hall, Director. An extension of the jazz drum curriculum, the Western Michigan University Drum Choir performs primarily compositions arranged and composed by students. This unique group experience creates a tremendous atmosphere for the exchange of ideas, improvisation, and teamwork. Students also explore world rhythm concepts and the history of drum set vocabulary. The ensemble performs at the WMU Invitational Jazz Festival, as part of jazz ensemble concerts, and for special events.Created in 1992 by artist-in-residence Billy Hart, the WMU Drum Choir gives students an opportunity to explore the tradition of the drums while incorporating contemporary concepts. Required for jazz drum set majors, the ensemble is also open to non-majors.