Serving those who have served

The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs provides guidance and mentorship for veterans, those still serving and their family members. We offer assistance in academic and benefit support; we also bring answers to questions regarding WMU, the VA and southwest Michigan.

While transitioning back into civilian and college life, let us help you with many of the challenges that you may face, including:

  • Academic support
  • Career services
  • Counseling and disability services
  • GI benefits and in-state tuition
  • Student Veterans of America (SVA)
  • Transition assistance
  • VetSuccess on Campus

Register for the 9/11 Silent Climb!

Join us at Western Michigan University’s Waldo Stadium on September 13, 2025 to partake in a remembrance climb for those who sacrificed all on 9/11.

For the cause...

Proceeds from this event support:

  • WMU Veterans and Dependents Scholarship
    • A needs-based scholarship available to military members currently serving, those who have previously served and dependents.
  • Office of Military and Veterans Affairs Emergency Relief Fund
    • A specialty program used to provide micro-grants and loans to WMU’s military connected students to assist them in times of emergency removing barriers to help them reach their academic goals.

Reserve your stole for fall 2025 graduation!

Who: Veterans, currently serving and commissioning Army or Air Force ROTC Cadets

When: Please request after you have received your graduation audit confirmation.

How: Eligible students can reserve by visiting this link or by clicking the button below.

WMU Logo with callout over state of Michigan map
Don't live in Michigan?

As a military-affiliated student, you still qualify for in-state tuition.

U.S. Labor Day

Sep. 1
midnight to 11:59 p.m.
No classes. Many WMU offices are closed.

9/11 Silent Climb

Sep. 13
8 to 10:30 a.m.
Waldo Stadium
Join us at Western Michigan University’s Waldo Stadium on September 13, 2025 to partake in a remembrance climb for those who sacrificed all on 9/11.

9/11 Silent Climb

Sep. 13
8 to 10:30 a.m.
Waldo Stadium
Join us at Western Michigan University’s Waldo Stadium on September 13, 2025 to partake in a remembrance climb for those who sacrificed all on 9/11.