On-campus departments and centers support your learning
Nearly 25 percent of all CMU graduates come from the College of Education and Human Services. Each academic department and learning center offers experiences that will help you develop as a professional.
Five departments with programs that fit your needs
Tap into a wide range of leading academic programs that advance your skills in areas related to counseling, education, recreation, interior design and more.
Department of Counseling and Special Education
Develop a knowledge and understanding of individual differences, life span issues and working with others.
Contact: Suzanne Shellady, shell1sm@cmich.edu, 989-774-3507.
Department of Educational Leadership
Prepare to effectively perform as an educational leader in schools, communities and institutions of higher education.
Contact: Anne Hornak, horna1am@cmich.edu, 989-774-2215.
Department of Human Environmental Studies
Discover ways to serve in areas related to human development and family studies, design and merchandising, and foods and nutrition.
Contact: Megan Goodwin, goodw1mp@cmich.edu, 989-774-7210.
Department of Recreation, Parks and Leisure Services Administration
Help others maximize their recreation and leisure activities through Michigan’s first professionally accredited major in the field of Recreation, Parks and Leisure Service Administration.
Contact: Robert Frost, frost1rl@cmich.edu, 989-774-7308.
Department of Teacher Education and Professional Development
Get ready for the multiple roles of classroom teacher, school team member, community leader and education advocate.
Contact: Larry Corbett, tepd@cmich.edu, 989-774-2359.
College centers enhance education- and human services-related needs of students and surrounding communities
On-campus clinics and centers serve the university and community while enhancing your learning opportunities:
Center for Student Services
Offers teacher education and professional development program-related resources that focus on areas such as admission, advising, graduation and professional development.
Contact: Renee Papelian, papel1rj@cmich.edu, 989-774-1410.
Center for Leisure Services
Oversees and works with recreation and leisure services students to coordinate internship, fieldwork and practicum experiences.
Contact: Dean Wallin, walli1dw@cmich.edu, 989-774-3984.
Center for Merchandising and Design Technology
Facilitates apparel merchandising and design projects using cutting-edge technologies, innovative processes and materials.
Contact: Tanya Domina, domin1t@cmich.edu, 989-774-5587.
Center for Excellence in Education
Nationally recognized outreach center engages in partnerships that support and empower underperforming schools.
Contact: Raymond Francis, franc1rw@cmich.edu, 989-774-6539.
Child Development and Learning Laboratory
Offers local children a high quality preschool learning environment while serving as a training and research facility for CMU students.
Contact: Margaret Desormes, desor1me@cmich.edu, 989-774-1987.
EHS Technology Operations
Focuses on continually updating and maintaining the technology available in the Education and Human Services Building.
Contact: Michael Reuter, ehstech@cmich.edu, 989-774-4445.
Great Explorations in Math and Science Center
Assists in improving math, science, technology and environmental education teaching and learning of students in grades K-16.
Contact: James McDonald, mcdon1jt@cmich.edu, 989-774-1723.
Human Development Clinic
Provides quality clinical services to Mount Pleasant area residents.
Contact: Rico Drake, drake1r@cmich.edu, 989-774-3205.
Kromer Instructional Materials Center
Supports the teaching, research and service missions of the university through resources such as teaching materials, kits, puppets, charts, models and maps.
Contact: Mary Jo Davis, davis1mj@cmich.edu, 989-774-6455.
Opportunities for Talent Development
Regional mathematics and science outreach program serves high-ability students in the Clare/Gladwin, Gratiot/Isabella, Mecosta/Osceola, Midland and Montcalm intermediate school districts.
Contact: Janice M. Voege, voege1jm@cmich.edu, 989-774-4387.
Science/Mathematics/Technology and NASA Regional Teachers Resource Center
Provides outreach services to students, teachers and administrators throughout Clare, Gladwin, Gratiot and Isabella counties.
Contact: Janice M. Voege, voege1jm@cmich.edu, 989-774-4387.
The Governor John Engler Center for Charter Schools
Offers the resources and assistance CMU’s authorized charter schools need to help each of their students succeed.
Contact: Cynthia Schumacher, cschumacher@thecenterforcharters.org, 989-774-2100.