Extended University Programs

Dr. Darrell Johnson
Dean

Dr. Craig Kaml
Associate Dean

Extended University Programs extends the University’s educational resources throughout Michigan and beyond by partnering with academic departments to deliver undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs and non-credit conferences and workshops. These programs are delivered through branch campuses, online (eLearning and Open Learning) and other locations in a time, place, and format oriented toward the needs of the adult, part-time learner. Six branch campuses (Battle Creek, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Muskegon, Southwest, and Traverse City), one regional site (Holland), Academic Technology and Instructional Services (online-eLearning) and the Office of Lifelong Learning and Education comprise the University’s extension organization.

The mission of Extended University Programs (EUP) is to provide access to higher education for a greater constituency than could otherwise attend a central campus. In doing so we:

facilitate student learning in multiple settings
provide a strong link between campus units and students
deliver high quality graduate, undergraduate and noncredit programs
develop and maintain community partnerships, serving as an effective entrepreneur on behalf of the University
collaborate with and support faculty in course development, program delivery, outreach and scholarship

Branch Campuses

Extended University Programs’ administrative offices are located in 1260 Ellsworth Hall on Western’s main campus in Kalamazoo. Telephone: (269) 387-4200. Branch campuses and sites follow:

Battle Creek
Ms. Sharon Russell, Director
Kendall Center
50 W. Jackson
Battle Creek, MI 49017-3505
(269) 965-5380 or (269) 387-6293
www.bc.wmich.edu

Grand Rapids
Dr. James Schultz, Director
The Graduate Center - Beltline
2333 East Beltline, S.E.
Grand Rapids, MI 49546-5936
(616) 771-9470
www.gr.wmich.edu

and

The Graduate Center - Downtown
200 Ionia Avenue, S.W.
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 771-4100

Holland Regional Site at Hope College
Ms. Deborah Newson, Director
100 E. 8th St.
Holland, MI 49423
(231) 777-0500
www.ho.wmich.edu

Lansing
Ms. Sharon Russell, Director
Lansing Community College University Center
MC 8200
210 West Shiawassee
P.O. Box 40010
Lansing, MI 48901-7210
(517) 483-9728/fax (517) 483-9746
www.lg.wmich.edu

Muskegon
Ms. Deborah N. Newson, Director
Stevenson Center for Higher Education
221 S. Quarterline Road
Muskegon, MI 49442-1742
(231) 777-0500 or (269) 387-6292
www.mu.wmich.edu

Southwest
Mr. Leonard Seawood, Director
2785 E. Napier Avenue
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(269) 934-1500
www.sw.wmich.edu

Traverse City at NMC University Center
Ms. Mary Swartz, Director
2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 200-B
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 995-1846
www.tc.wmich.edu

Academic Technology and Instructional Services

In order to meet the varying needs of today’s learners, Academic Technology and Instructional Services (formerly the Department of Distance Education) offers a broad spectrum of courses and programs via multiple eLearning technologies. Through Academic Technology and Instructional Services (ATIS), Western Michigan University provides access to high-quality education for those unable to travel to campus, yet who want to pursue and/or continue their academic goals. ATIS provides expanded access to educational opportunities through e-Learning modalities (online, compressed video-interactive television, etc.) and also serves the general academic population through coordination of campus wide technology and initiative projects.

Dr. Craig Kaml
Associate Dean, ATIS
1260 Ellsworth Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 387-ATIS
atis.wmich.edu/index.html

Office of Lifelong Learning and Education (OLLE)

A division of WMU-Extended University Programs, the Office of Lifelong Learning and Education (OLLE) is dedicated to providing an increased selection and availability of educational opportunities to individuals pursuing personal and professional goals. OLLE is committed to providing a level of service that reflects WMU’s high standard of educational quality and excellence.

OLLE has four areas of concentration

Continuing Educational Opportunities: OLLE offers high-quality certificate programs, credit and non-credit workshops, professional seminars, and Continuing Education Units approved by the State of Michigan (SB CEUs) and is WMU’s official CEU provider.
Degree Completion: OLLE offers academic advising to a selected group of adult learners returning to the university to complete their baccalaureate degree (General University Studies).
Academic Program Development and Outreach: OLLE assists academic departments and area businesses in developing new academic programs designed to meet untapped educational demands and community needs.
Conference Services: OLLE provides conference development, planning, and management services

Ms. Cheryl Lay, Director
1276 Ellsworth Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Phone: (269) 387-4174
Fax: (269) 387-4189
www.eup.wmich.edu/olle