Western Michigan University is a public research university in Kalamazoo, Michigan, founded in 1903. The Broncos compete in the Mid-American Conference at the Division I level. WMU is known for its programs in aviation, business, engineering, health and human services, and education. The university is one of Michigan's major research institutions and serves a diverse student body from across the state and nation. WMU's campus in southwest Michigan provides students access to a growing mid-sized city with a thriving arts and craft beer culture, as well as proximity to Lake Michigan beaches.
