Haenicke Institute for Global Education

Your journey at Western Michigan University is a global one. Through transformative events, immersive classes and Experience-Driven Learning, the Haenicke Institute for Global Education connects Kalamazoo to the world—and the world to Kalamazoo. We assist more than 2,500 international students and alumni at home and abroad with immigration support, student success and post-graduation job training. We host 80+ study abroad programs and bring students, faculty and staff to 30 countries, on average, each year.  From fostering academic opportunities to showcasing cultural events and providing K-12 outreach, the Haenicke Institute promotes learning that transcends borders and takes you wherever you want to go.  

Haenicke Institute for Global Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5245 USA
(269) 387-5890

International student holding W hands at graduation time
WMU has prepared me to be a better version of myself.
— Esther Forson, International Student from Ghana, WMU Class of 2025
Our offices are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. To make an appointment, please contact staff directly. Express advising for international students is available Monday through Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Express advising for study abroad is available daily. Both units are housed in the Faunce Student Services building.
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Haenicke Institute Programming

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International Student and Scholar Services

International Student and Scholar Services is responsible for international student recruitment, admissions and immigration support.
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Study Abroad

WMU Study Abroad supports more than 80 programs around the world, sending students, faculty and staff to 30 countries, on average, each year.
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Faculty Engagement

The Haenicke Institute supports partnerships with more than 100 international institutions, offering options to faculty who are interested in collaboration and exchange.
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English Language Learning

The Center for English Language and Culture for International Students offers intensive English language study.
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Global Learning

The Haenicke Institute facilitates a variety of large and small-scale events, experiences and courses to enrich the campus community and support WMU's internationalization efforts.
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Asian Initiatives

WMU Asian Initiatives enhances scholarship and knowledge of East Asia on campus and throughout southwest Michigan.
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2,100+

International students on campus and abroad

450+

students studying abroad in 30 countries, on average, each year. 

 

11,000 +

students globally engaged on campus

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Events

Study Abroad Information Session

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 — 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Virtual with WMU Study Abroad

Conversation Circle

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 — 2 to 3 p.m.
WMU Student Center

OPT Workshops for International Students

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 — 10 to 11 a.m.
Thursday, July 24, 2025 — 11 a.m. to noon
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 — 10 to 11 a.m.
3110 Faunce Student Services
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