Research and Innovation

Office of Research and Innovation

Supports research and creative activity opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students at Western Michigan University. Unlike many universities where research is limited to a select few, WMU is committed to providing hands-on research experiences to any student interested in exploring discovery and innovation.

Your support helps students gain real-world research experience, develop critical thinking skills and work alongside faculty to address real-world challenges. By investing in student research, donors help prepare the next generation of innovators, scholars and leaders while advancing knowledge that benefits communities locally and globally.