HELP Undergraduate Catalog 2013-14 [ARCHIVED CATALOG] Extended University Programs Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window)

Return to: Colleges

Dr. Dawn Gaymer
Associate Provost

Dr. Betty Dennis
Associate Dean and Director of General Studies

Mr. Andrew J. Holmes
Executive Director of Technology

Ms. Amy Routhier
Executive Director of Enrollment Management and Marketing

Main Office: 3rd floor Ellsworth Hall
Telephone: (269) 387-4200
Fax: (269) 387-4204
URL: www.wmich.edu/extended

Extended University Programs (EUP) extends Western Michigan University’s educational resources throughout Michigan and beyond by partnering with academic departments to deliver undergraduate and graduate degrees, certificate programs and non-credit conferences and workshops. These programs are delivered in a time, place, and format that address the needs of the adult, part-time learner. EUP is comprised of regional locations in Battle Creek, Grand Rapids, Lansing, MetroDetroit, Muskegon, Southwest, and Traverse City, as well as Online Education, University Studies, Lifelong Learning and Professional Development, and the Lifelong Learning Academy. EUP also offers conference management and planning services at WMU regional locations or your school venue.

EUP Vision Statement

To inspire, enable, and encourage lifelong learning, through educational access, personal growth, and professional development opportunities - one individual, one class, and one preferred learning style at a time.

EUP Mission Statement

EUP provides University leadership in lifelong learning and innovation through educational technologies and outreach. EUP serves as the bridge to engage diverse populations.

Regional Locations

Regional locations have environments that are tailored to the busy, working adult, including comfortable seating, computer labs, wireless Internet access, and courses scheduled on evenings and weekends. In addition to academic programming, regional locations provide the connection to WMU offices including financial aid, advising, university libraries, and other university services.

Online Education

Online Education offers a variety of courses, degrees, and certificate programs entirely online. Online Education also offers hybrid courses and hybrid degree programs that utilize contemporary online learning technologies and methodologies. Additional services include instructional design and course development support for instructors, technical support for students, and on-campus proctored testing.

University Studies (UNVS)

The University Studies program is a degree completion program designed primarily for the adult learner who had 56 or more credit hours. Student have the ability to design much of their own curriculum and will work closely with an academic advisor to integrate prior coursework and map out a specific plan to complete the degree according to WMU requirements. The program can be completed both face-to-face and online, includes academic concentrations, and 15 credit hours of core competencies focused on leadership communication, global citizenship, health, science and a capstone course. Either a B.S. or a B.A. will be awarded depending upon the subject areas selected.

University Studies in considered a degree-completion program. As such students who have completed an undergraduate degree will not be able to enroll in University Studies as a second bachelor degree.

Lifelong Learning and Professional Development

Lifelong Learning and Professional Development is dedicated to providing an increased selection and availability of educational opportunities to individuals pursuing personal and professional goals. It offers certification programs, non-credit workshops, professional seminars, and customized programs. Western Michigan University continuing education units (CEUs) as well as approved State of Michigan continuing education clock hours (SCECHs) may be applicable.

Lifelong Learning Academy

The Lifelong Learning Academy offers educational opportunities for older adults, although lifelong learners of any age are welcome to participate in the non-credit courses and programs offered. The purpose of the Lifelong Learning Academy is to:

• Provide intellectual and cultural stimulation, personal growth, and social engagement for participants in an informal, lively, learning atmosphere.
• Enrich and extend the quality of life for participants.
• Create an academy of learners who can share what they have learned and experienced during their lives.

Return to: Colleges