College Events
Below is a list of events hosted by the College of Education and Human Development and its six departments. To read more and register, click on the title of the event. For more information regarding one of these events, contact Nicole Leffler or Amy Burns.
INSPIRE Conference hosted by Future Teachers of Color
March 13
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The 2026 Inspire Conference hosted by WMU' Future Teachers of Color RSO is for undergraduate students of color pursuing a Pre-K-12 teaching degree and high school students of color interested in teaching. Though the conference's agenda is focused on uplifting future teachers of color, all members of the community are welcomed to attend. Registration and the full agenda will become available here.
Developing a Writing Practice
March 18
4 to 5:30 p.m.
Explore your scholarly voice, building a sustainable writing practice, and strategically planning publications to establish yourself as a scholar as part of our Doctoral Student Professional Development Series. This session is ideal for current master's and doctoral students or those considering pursuing an advanced degree.Join Webex Meeting
"So, you want to be a teacher?" Conference with Aspiring Educators of Michigan
March 28
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sangren Hall
Please join us Saturday, March 28 for our “So You Want To Be A Teacher?” conference! This event is free and open for ALL aspiring educators to attend, to learn more about becoming an educator! Please register to attend.
PhDs in Industry
May 13
4 to 5:30 p.m.
Explore alternative career pathways for PhD holders, transferable skills, non-academic career options, and maintaining intellectual engagement outside of academia as part of our Doctoral Student Professional Development Series. This session is ideal for current master's and doctoral students or those considering pursuing an advanced degree.Join Webex Meeting
From K-12 to the Academy
June 17
4 to 5:30 p.m.
Explore transitioning from K-12 teaching to academia by leveraging practitioner experience, bridging theory and practice, and understanding the cultural shifts between K-12 and higher education as part of our Doctoral Student Professional Development Series. This session is ideal for current master's and doctoral students or those considering pursuing an advanced degree.Join Webex Meeting
Info Sessions
Various department and programs in the College of Education and Human Development offer informational sessions throughout the semester. To read more and register, click on the title of the event. For more information, contact Tayler Mercil.
MA and Certificate in Organizational Change Leadership Information Session
March 11
12 to 12:30 p.m.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master's Degree and Graduate Certificate in Organizational Change Leadership at 12 p.m. ET. Please register to receive your webex link.
K12 Educational Leadership Information Session
March 17
6 to 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn more about the K-12 Educational Leadership Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Programs at Western Michigan University. Please register to receive your webex link.
MA in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership Info Session
March 18
12 to 1 p.m.
Join us for a virtual meeting to learn more about our 33-credit Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership, available online and in-person. Please register to receive your zoom link.
Secondary Education Master's Information Session (in-person)
March 18
5:30 to 7 p.m.
Join us to learn more about the Master of Arts in Secondary Education. Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Please register for location details.
Counseling Psychology Master's and Certificate Info Session
March 19
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master of Arts, certificate, and accelerated programs in Counseling Psychology! Please register to receive your webex link.
MA in Family and Consumer Sciences (Child Life) Info Session
March 19
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master of Arts in Family and Consumer Sciences with an emphasis on the Child Life pathway. Please register to receive your webex link.
Educational and Instructional Technology Info Session
March 31
6 to 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn more about the Educational and Instructional Technology program at Western Michigan University and why it was ranked top three in the nation for Best Online Master's Program in Educational Technology. Please register to receive your webex link.
MA in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership Info Session
April 1
3 to 4 p.m.
Join us for a virtual meeting to learn more about our 33-credit Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership, available online and in-person. Please register to receive your zoom link.
Counselor Education Master's Info Session
April 1
5 to 6 p.m.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master of Arts in Counselor Education! Clinical Mental Health, Marriage/Couple/Family, and School Counseling. Please register to receive your webex link.
PhD in Counselor Education Info Session
April 1
6 to 7 p.m.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the PhD in Counselor Education program at Western Michigan University. The program includes courses and experiential learning in supervision, teaching, counseling, research and leadership and advocacy. Please register to receive your webex link.
PhD in Counseling Psychology Info Session
April 2
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Counseling Psychology PhD program at Western Michigan University. Please register to receive your webex link.
Counseling Psychology Master's and Certificate Info Session
April 9
5 to 6 p.m.
Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master of Arts, certificate, and accelerated programs in Counseling Psychology! Please register to receive your webex link.