page for the special education programs at Western Michigan University. Students will have the option to earn a minor in the core content areas.
Undergraduate program
Bachelor of Science in Special Education and Elementary Education
Upon completion of this five-year program, graduates will be eligible for Michigan teacher certification in Elementary Education K-5, Elementary Education K-8 (self-contained), Special Education endorsements in Learning Disabilities (K-12) and Emotional Impairment (K-12). Graduate Programs
Master’s Degree in Sp
05/08/2026
One of our own joins the growing list of WMU educators being honored across Michigan this year, congratulations Erik! 💛🤎
We’re proud not only of our new national rankings, but of the alumni who show up every day to embody what those rankings represent: leadership, excellence, and impact in education. 🍎
05/04/2026
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
We’re proud to be part of the College of Education and Human Development and to support the incredible educators being celebrated. Through our work in Special Education and Literacy Studies, we’re committed to helping prepare teachers who create meaningful, lasting impact in classrooms and communities every day. 💛🤎
WMU College of Education and Human Development
WMU Special Education Program
Dear Students, Alumni, and Community Friends,
This year’s Giving Day was an incredible success. Together, CEHD reached 1,020 donors and raised $106,990 in support of our students, programs, and future educators. To put this into perspective, CEHD’s impact was nearly equal to the combined total of all other colleges—and we proudly contributed 22.6% of all donors across the university. This achievement reflects not only generosity, but a deep, shared commitment to the work we do every day.
Several areas and initiatives saw outstanding momentum:
The Resilience Fund secured a $25,000 match and won the Lunchtime Crunch Time Challenge ($1,000).
SPLS secured a $5,000 match and won the Kickoff Challenge ($1,000).
The CEHD Young Leaders Award captured the Final Countdown Challenge ($1,000).
Thank you so much to everyone who contributed to the Special Education Development Fund! Each dollar raised will go to support our students who are becoming special education teachers. It is always a great day to be a Bronco!
03/27/2026
WE WILL SEE YOU ON SUNDAY!!!!
03/25/2026
47 of 50 states have shortages of special education teachers. Based on experience, we know that if we can support college students through scholarships, more will become teacher. Every dollar you provide to the Special Education Development Fund will go directly to student support.
If you contribute on March 25, all contributions up to $5000 will be matched! Thank you for supporting WMU Special Education.
WMU College of Education and Human Development
Western Michigan University Giving Day 2026 Join me and make a gift to Western Michigan on Giving Day!
Every voice deserves to be heard—and understood 📚✨
This Giving Day, support the students of the Special Education and Literacy Studies department, like Kenzie who is studying Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Your gift helps prepare educators who open doors for every learner.
Join me in investing in inclusive, impactful education for all. Give: https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/74211/donations/new?tc=94763
03/24/2026
Dr. Sarah Summy and Dr. Kristal Ehrhardt have joined together to raise funds for scholarships for our special education teacher candidates. Please join us by contributing at the link below. No gift is too small and all funds will be used to support our WMU Special Education students at the WMU College of Education and Human Development.
https://www.givecampus.com/s/gwn63g
WMU College of Education and Human Development
Western Michigan University Giving Day 2026 Join me and make a gift to Western Michigan on Giving Day!
03/07/2026
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