93% of employers agree

that college graduates need "demonstrated capacity to think critically, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems."

Preparing to move from student to professional can be daunting, but Western Michigan University has you covered. As a Â鶹Éçstudent, you will complete 12 courses from Â鶹ÉçEssential Studies, a program that helps you develop the general education and intellectual skills employers seek most in graduates—demonstrated complex problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, emotional intelligence, judgment and decision making.

And, since Â鶹ÉçEssential Studies is all about your choices, the sequence of courses you select will help you succeed in your chosen major, minor, graduate degree and future career.

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