The foundational theme of the Walker Institute is One Community and through WIRE, the Walker Institute fulfills an important part of its mission: to help build more equitable and inclusive communities through community service. Since 2008, more than 1,000 youth between 7 and 13 years old have participated in one or more WIRE Youth Development Programs from the Walker Institute.
WIRE programs help youth envision themselves in college and in desirable careers and provide culturally sensitive guidance and instruction to help them get there. All programs are free of charge.
Currently, the Walker Institute hosts two WIRE programs, the Math and Science Camp held during Summer II and the Saturday Academy; held throughout the academic school year.
For more information concerning WIRE Youth Development programs, please contact us at lwir_ydp@wmich.edu or call us directly at 269-387-2155.