Wesleyan University is a selective liberal arts university in Middletown, Connecticut, known for its strengths in film studies, the arts, and its interdisciplinary College of Social Studies program. Its intellectually adventurous culture and strong creative writing, music, and theater programs have produced a notable number of writers, filmmakers, and performers.
Mascot: Cardinal
Notable Alumni
Lin-Manuel Miranda (creator of Hamilton)•Michael Bay (Transformers director)•Bradley Whitford (Emmy-winning actor)
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Public Safety patrols 24/7 with foot and vehicle patrols, late-night escort service, emergency telephones, and controlled dorm access.
Middletown is a small Connecticut city with crime rates below national averages overall, though there is a noticeable divide between the campus area and some parts of town.
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