At Western Michigan University, we believe parents and families are valued partners in each student’s educational progress. Our services and programs are designed to help you support your student’s growth, personal development and overall success, beginning as a prospective student and continuing throughout the college years to graduation. Whether you live across town or halfway around the globe, we will engage you in the University experience while fostering your student’s independence.
We encourage you to sign up to receive the WMU Family Connection newsletter. Sign up by registering your email address so that we can stay connected to you. You will receive electronic newsletters that include important date reminders, transition tips, information about upcoming events and campus news.
If you need any assistance, please contact me at shari.glaser@wmich.edu or (269) 387-4820. Feel free to stop by my office, located in Faunce Student Services Building, whenever you visit campus.
I look forward to meeting you!
Shari Glaser, Director
Family Engagement
February 2019 Question of the Month
1. For what life skill does your student currently need the most guidance?
| Answer | |
| Career Guidance | 31.9% |
| Cooking | 5.4% |
| Financial Management | 19.1% |
| Health/Wellness Management | 8.2% |
| Home Maintenance | 4.1% |
| Organizational Skills | 5.0% |
| Relationship/Social Skills | 6.3% |
| Street Smarts | 4.5% |
| Time Management | 8.6% |
| Other | 5.9% |
| No Responses | <1% |