HQ Function

The Bellingham campus is the primary hub for academics, research, student life, and university administration. It houses the majority of WWU's colleges, departments, libraries, residential halls, and administrative offices.

Notable Features:

Recognized as one of the most beautiful campuses in the U.S., featuring iconic Old Main, Wilson Library, an extensive outdoor sculpture collection, the Sehome Hill Arboretum, and numerous LEED-certified buildings reflecting its commitment to sustainability.

Work Culture:

WWU fosters a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment for its faculty, staff, and students. The culture emphasizes teaching excellence, student engagement, research, shared governance, and a strong sense of community, with a focus on sustainability and social responsibility.

HQ Significance:

As the original and largest campus, it is the heart of Western Washington University, driving its educational mission, research endeavors, and community outreach. It's where the university's history began and where its future is shaped.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus design and operations reflect WWU's core values: academic excellence, student-centeredness, sustainability (e.g., extensive recycling programs, green building practices), community engagement, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Location:

Western Washington University fosters a global perspective through comprehensive international engagement. This includes a wide range of study abroad and exchange programs in over 50 countries, faculty-led international courses, robust support services for international students and scholars, and collaborative research partnerships with institutions across the globe. WWU is committed to internationalizing its curriculum and campus to prepare students to be informed and engaged global citizens.

Street Address:

516 High Street

City:

Bellingham

State/Province:

WA

Country:

USA