Extended University Programs

Darrell Johnson
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 and other locations in a time, place, and format oriented toward the needs of the adult, part-time learner. Seven branch campuses (Battle Creek, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Muskegon, South Haven, Southwest, and Traverse City), one regional site (Holland), 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

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 pursuring personal and professioal 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

For more information, call (269) 387-4174 or click on www.eup.wmich.edu/olle

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
Verndale Office Park
6105 W. Saint Joseph Hwy., Suite 205
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 327-1480 or (269) 387-6291
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

South Haven
Mr. Leonard Seawood, Director
125 Veterans Boulevard
South Haven, MI 49090
(269) 637-7506
www.sh.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