Office of the President
Welcome to Central Michigan University!
Here at CMU, we strive to be a close-knit and inclusive community dedicated to the success of our students and alumni, and focused on the positive impact we can make in communities throughout Michigan, and beyond. While we are a large research institution, you may be surprised to find that CMU has a small campus feel. Our university provides unique hands-on learning opportunities with personalized support to ensure every student’s success. Our outstanding faculty bring learning to life, both inside and outside the classroom, often through small classes that foster engaged learning for real-world results.
Our students work alongside faculty in labs, creative spaces and in the field to make a meaningful impact. And there is no need to wait to have these valuable experiences at CMU: Our students are encouraged to take advantage of our many outstanding learning opportunities from their very first day of class.
Along the way, CMU students are tackling some big real-world challenges. From protecting the Great Lakes and finding innovative energy solutions to meeting the demand for quality healthcare and education in underserved and rural areas, CMU Chippewas are Fired Up to create a better future for people and communities everywhere.
At CMU, we set the standard in leadership and inspire every student to grow personally and professionally. Our students gain the skills, confidence and experience to become leaders and changemakers in the world. We help them envision the extraordinary contributions they can make in the communities they serve.
Above all, CMU is a community that uplifts every member. Yes, we believe in healthy competition, but we are equally enthusiastic about celebrating each other’s successes. We know that the greatest achievements are shared, and that we make the greatest change when we work together. Our core values of integrity, respect, compassion, inclusiveness, equity, social responsibility, excellence, and innovation guide us in all we do.
The CMU community is something special that we are incredibly proud of, and we invite you to experience it firsthand. Whether you’re here as a prospective student, faculty or staff member, alumnus, community partner, or visitor, we are honored to welcome you to CMU.
Neil MacKinnon, Ph.D.
Central Michigan University