The 2019 officialGame Day t-shirts are in and are selling quickly! These shirts, sold in the WMU Bookstore and online, support theInvisible Need Project Student Emergency Relief Fund.
Networking Opportunities for Families
If you are a Facebook subscriber, here are pages to stay connected with WMU:
WMU Bronco Parents- an unofficial page facilitated by WMU parents and family members
New Student Orientation 2019
Thank you for joining us during the month of June for New Student Orientation. We enjoyed meeting those of you who stopped by our table, and we look forward to working with you during your student's time here at WMU.
Here are links to some of the Orientation presentations from our colleagues across campus:
Academic Panel - This presentation covers Academic Success Programs and Services, Academic Advising and Understanding the Curriculum and Requirements.
Public Safety - This presentation covers the role of the WMU Department of Public Safety, including the emergency notification system, alcohol and other drug policies and more.
Required online modules for new students will be available on July 15. Instructions will be sent to your student's WMU email account.
Transit Financial Wellness- Assists students in learning about money management through personalized financial education for college and beyond.
AlcoholEdu for College- Empowers students to make well-informed decisions about alcohol and helps them reflect on issues related to drinking.
Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates- Focuses on healthy relationships, the importance of consent, and clear communication. This module also emphasizes the many ways students contribute to the creation of a safe and positive campus environment.
Fall Move-In Information
The Bernhard Center Family Hospitality Room will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m
. on move-in days Aug. 23 & 24. Join us in room 105-107 to:
Write a note of encouragement to your student (to be delivered a few weeks into the fall semester).
Take a break from the stress of move-in day (refreshments and tissues provided).
Bring a photo of your pet(s) to be displayed on the bulletin boards in your student's residence hall.
For questions regarding financial aid, contact Bronco Express by visiting them in the lower level of the Bernhard Center or calling (269) 387-6000.
Remind your student to send in final high school transcripts as soon as possible.
Fall tuition bills will be posted to your student's GoWMU account around July 25; payment is due on Aug. 21.
Family Weekend and Homecoming 2019
Family Weekend and Homecoming 2019 will be held October 11 - 13, 2019.
Event details and ticket information will be available on the Family Engagement website in the near future. In the meantime, make your hotel reservations!
