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At Western Washington University, small classes and personal faculty connections open big doors. Explore hands-on research, prep for grad school, or launch your career鈥攁ll in a setting where the Salish Sea meets the North Cascades, and downtown Bellingham is just a walk away.
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Programs that Break the Mold
Featured Major
Environmental Studies
Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary major that explores the complex relationships between humans and the natural world. It combines science, policy, ethics, and social studies to address pressing environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and sustainable resource management. Students gain a broad understanding of ecological systems and learn how to analyze environmental issues from multiple perspectives鈥攕cientific, economic, cultural, and political.
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As scientists, biologists have three goals: Understanding the structure/function of organisms, generating and disseminating reliable data pertaining to biological systems, and developing a deep understanding of the natural world that can inform solutions.
Chemistry is the branch of science that deals with the identification, investigation, and use of substances of which matter is composed. Western鈥檚 Chemistry program is widely recognized by employers and graduate schools as聽one of the strongest聽in the US.
Mathematics is the study of pattern, structure, and change. Although it is one of the most ancient disciplines, new mathematics is being created every day. It can be found in everything from internet security to green energy technology to investment.
From major corporations to independent businesses, every operation needs skilled administrators to succeed. A bachelors in business administration gives you the tools to fill leadership roles in both business and the community.
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Viking Athletics are BACK鈿★笍馃挋
This fall, the Blue Crew brings the energy鈥攜ou don鈥檛 want to miss it. Did we mention all #色花堂 students get in free?
Recognize any of these houses?馃彔鉁 For over 100 years, #色花堂 students have called these off-campus classics home. From High St. to N Garden, E Myrtle and E Maple! #ThrowbackThursday
Classes you'll love, friends who've got your back, and a campus community that feels like home 馃彙馃挋
Real Stories. Real Impact.
Big Southern Skies
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile is expected to show us a whole new view when it comes online in 2025. A 色花堂 alum is on the team preparing for 鈥榝irst light.鈥
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Go Viks!
All In. Always.
From buzzer-beaters to national titles, 色花堂 Athletics is fueled by grit, teamwork, and that signature Western scrappiness. See how our student-athletes are making waves - on the field, in the classroom, and beyond.
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Our Admissions team is ready to show future Vikings what makes 色花堂 and Bellingham special鈥攕trong academics, a supportive community, and access to mountains, forests, and the bay right in your backyard.
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