WMU Facts
What are WMU’s signature colors?
Brown and Gold
Which country borders Michigan to the north?
Canada
Which country has the highest population in the world?
India
What is the name of the massive, ancient library in Egypt that was burned, destroying centuries of knowledge?
The Library of Alexandria
What is the name of the popular Korean drama series where adults compete in children’s games for a chance to earn 45.6 billion won?
Squid Game
When was WMU founded?
1903
How many Great Lakes does Michigan border?
4
What is the biggest ocean called?
The Pacific Ocean
La Tomatina is a festival where people gather in the street and throw tomatoes at each other. It claims the title of the world’s biggest food fight. Which country hosts La Tomatina?
Spain
Which city in the United States is known as the heart of the entertainment industry, with thousands of celebrities living there?
Los Angeles, California (Hollywood)
What is the name of WMU’s mascot?
Buster Bronco
What famous Michigan sports team is having an unusually good season?
The Detroit Lions
What is the tallest mountain in the world?
Mount Everest
What is the name of the Hindu celebration known as “the festival of colors”?
Holi
In which country did the salsa dance originate?
Cuba
What is the name of the small body of water located behind the Valley Dining Center?
Goldsworth Valley Pond
What body part do Michiganders use to show what city they are from?
Their hand
What is the longest river in the world?
Borobudur is the largest Buddhist temple in the world. Which country is it in?
Indonesia
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is a famous F-1 event held in which country?
The United Arab Emirates
According to legend, what happens if you step on the W inscribed on the ground outside of the Waldo Library?
You will fail your exams!
In which Michigan city are cars banned?
Mackinac Island
What is the largest desert in the world?
Antarctica
In the United States, Groundhog Day is a strange occasion where a groundhog is said to predict whether winter will continue or spring is coming soon based on his shadow. In which month is Groundhog Day celebrated?
February
What is the name of the prestigious international film festival held in France?
The Cannes Film Festival