WMU students in a decorated residence hall room

Our Mission

Housing and Residence Life's mission is to foster a supportive, safe, well-maintained residential environment that promotes belonging, academic success and personal development of students.

Vision

A core partner in building campus community, Housing and Residence Life creates transformative, engaging and equitable on-campus living environments that center student success, personal well-being and professional growth. 

Mission

We are dedicated to creating residential communities that empower students to grow, learn and belong. Rooted in safety, equity, innovation, collaboration and action, we serve as problem solvers and champions for student success.

Values

Growth

We value growth as the ongoing process of personal, academic and social development. It emerges through challenge, support, reflection and exploration. 

Relationships

We believe relationships are the cornerstone of a connected campus community, built through respect, care and open communication that fosters belonging and support. 

Equity

We define equity as ensuring all students have fair and inclusive access to the people, places and programs that shape their residential experience. 

Well-being

We see well-being as the foundation for student success, encompassing mental, emotional, physical and social health, supported through a culture of care, safety and balance.