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Live Together, Learn Together.

Western prides itself on providing a supportive environment within the halls that encourages academic success and collaborative learning experiences. WIU students have the opportunity to live in supportive communities where they can learn and connect with other students who share the same interests or major. Western offers 10 Living-Learning Communities (LLC) and 4 Interest Communities. 

Living-Learning Communities

Agriculture Broadcasting & Journalism Business Studies CLASS (Community of Liberal Arts & Sciences Students) Education Fine Arts Honors Public Safety ROTC STEM

Interest Communities

International Open Housing Transfer Year Experience 21 Plus

Interested in a Themed Community?

Mark your Themed Community preference on your housing application! 

If you have not applied for housing, log-on to STARS and update your Lifestyle Preference Form.

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