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There are so many different people at Western. I don't feel like anyone would feel out of place here at WMU. There are so many registered student organizations here at WMU that literally anyone is able to find their niche. Although, I have to say that if you don't personally make the effort to enjoy yourself or get involved, it may be difficult to enjoy WMU, let alone college anywhere. WMU offers opportunities and clubs for literally any type of person if you are willing to get involved. There are all types of religious groups on campus, clubs for all majors, a fantastic LGBT group, and even even recreational clubs. There is even a club on campus called "the squirrel club" to honor the many squirrels on campus.

There are many students from all backgrounds and all over the world.

Western has a very diverse campus. People from all different races, religious and socio-economic backgrounds can be seen walking to and from class everyday, but everyone seems to mix and work well with each other. It's hard for me to imagine the type of student who would feel uncomfortable here as I've met so many different types of people. There are more Registered Student Organizations than you can count, which makes it easy for anyone who's homesick or looking to get involved find their niche and be with like-minded people. In a typical class you'll see a wide range of students, some professionals in suits or work attire, to students who just rolled out of bed 5 minutes before class, still in sweats. The people that you meet in the dorms your first year will probably be different than the friends you hung out with in high school, which is a good thing, and they'll most likely remain your friends for the entire four (for some of us five) years.

Western is extremely friendly to students with different backgrounds, beliefs, and looks. We have many different groups on campus that are devoted to specific races, religions and beliefs, along with LGBT students. Our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender registered student organization, OutSpoken, is one of the largest groups on campus and regularly take part in events, create their own and spread their name around campus. They hold one of the biggest events of the year, being a drag fashion show and also allow "allies" to express their enthusiasm for the group. Students with disabilities are also treated as equals on campus with the help of specific groups, and organizations. It is hard for me to imagine a student feeling out of place on Western's campus, someone is always there to invite, help, accept, and show some enthusiasm for a student.

The students at WMU are very Diverse and when i say diverse i don't just mean ethnicity. Our students are diverse in background, age, race, interests, sexual orientation and any other way you can think about diversity. Everyone that I have met here no matter what their background is has been very helpful and kind to me and anyone else who needs assistance. Its not like in high school where there are all these separated groups of people, everyone comes together when their is a common goal.

range from douchbags to sorrority sluts there is large medium crowd that will make fun of either side just like you will and its wonderful!

Friendly and willing to help eachother

The majority of the students at Western Michigan University need to spend a little less time ingesting alcohol and a little more time absorbing knowledge.

My classmates are fun to hang around and study with. We do a lot of things together like going to the gym and play tennis and basketball.

My classmates are friendly, diverse, and have the same positive outlook on college life that I do.