Become an Instructor

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

An OLLI course in progress with a professor teaching.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at �鶹��ý welcomes individuals from various backgrounds to join us as instructors. Whether you are currently instructing, have experience as a teacher or professor, or are someone with a fascinating career or unique interests you're eager to share, we invite you to become a part of our community. We value the diverse perspectives and knowledge our instructors bring, enriching the learning experience for everyone. The Institute is constantly seeking new instructors to introduce fresh learning �鶹��ý to our members.

To become an instructor, start by completing the online Course Proposal Form linked below. This form will ask for your personal information, details about the course content, and logistical aspects such as preferred class size, location, and room requirements. You can fill out the form at your convenience; it allows you to save your progress and return at any time. Navigate freely through the form, making edits as necessary. Your submission is considered final only after you agree to WMU’s Civility Statement. Once you have completed your course proposal form, you will receive a response summary and have the option to download your final form as PDF.

If you have any questions about becoming an instructor or completing this form, please contact the Institute.

Proposal Submission Deadlines:

Apr 1

for Fall semester (September - November)

Sep 1

for Winter/Spring semester (February - April)

Dec 1

for Summer semester (June - July)

Course Proposal Form questions include:

Your semester preference (please note the deadlines for submission)
Contact Information (Name, address, phone, email)
Whether you will be having an additional instructor or guest speaker
A proposed course title, detailed course description and instructor bio
Modality preference (online, in-person, or hybrid)
Your maximum class size
All instructional and classroom technology needs
Required instructional materials
Your schedule preference (days, times, number of sessions and any dates you would prefer)
Whether you will need a parking permit

Click the button below to download the Instructor Handbook.

Instructor handbook