Office of the Dean

Welcome to the “e-home” of Central Michigan University's College of Education and Human Services. Please explore this website and learn about our programs and projects, as well as our award-winning faculty, staff and students.

Soon you will realize the many reasons I am so proud to serve as the dean of this superb college that embraces learning for life.

From technologically advanced on-campus learning environments to engaging international study experiences, our college prepares students to meet the needs of the global workplace.

Our college houses some of CMU’s most innovative and in-demand degree programs, such as:

• Apparel Merchandising and Design
• Community Leisure Services Administration
• School and Professional Counseling
• Early Childhood Development and Learning
• Educational Leadership in Schools, Communities and Higher Education
• Elementary and Secondary Education
• Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics
• Gerontology
• Human Development and Family Studies
• Interior Design
• Outdoor and Environmental Recreation
• Commercial Recreation and Facility Management
• Special Education

I encourage you to contact me or others from any of our departments and centers to learn more about our college and how it can help you realize your career and personal goals.

I look forward to meeting you in person or virtually in the near future.

“Dr. Dale”

Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson
Professor and Dean
College of Education and Human Services
EHS Building 426
989-774-6995