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Western Michigan University refunding students who vacated dorms

Students who lived in the WMU residence halls may receive up to $1,000 in credit
Western Michigan University will be refunding students who vacated dorms due to the coronavirus.
Posted at 5:43 PM, Mar 27, 2020
and last updated 2020-03-28 10:11:51-04

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Western Michigan University announced Thursday that they’re refunding students who lived in the dorms through March 11 and vacated due to the coronavirus Pandemic.

Vice President of Student Affairs Diane K. Anderson made the announcement via a letter sent to students. It states in part:

  • A $1,000 WMU account credit for residents with a meal plan during the 2020 spring semester
  • A $500 WMU account credit for residents without a meal plan during the 2020 spring semester

Here is the letter in full.

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