The Humanities Center has scheduled talks to be held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays as part of its 2007 Brown Bag Colloquium Series. Upcoming discussions include these:

Frank Wu, dean, Law School, has announced that the Law School Web site now has a list of faculty blogs. Even Dean Wu is among the bloggers.

Read Wayne State University President Irvin D. Reid's Feb. 28 testimony before the Michigan House Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education. Reid and presidents of the state's two other major research universities, the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and Michigan State, testified on the WSU School of Medicine campus. As partners collaborating in the University Research Corridor (URC), the three institutions highlighted how their aggregate contributions in scientific research, health care and technology are powerful catalysts for stimulating Michigan’s lagging economy.  

Recently, the university announced the ending of free dial-in Internet service for students, faculty and staff on July 2, 2007.

It is time for the selection process for the winter semester 2007 Howard A. Donnelly Award.  The Howard A. Donnelly Award was established in 1927 at the request of Howard Donnelly, a friend of the university, through a grant provided in his name. 

Grace Lee Boggs will speak on “Born Female: Growing into Feminism and Movement Building” at noon, March 1, in Bernath Auditorium, Undergraduate Library.

Listen to WJR-AM 760’s The Frank Beckmann Show , which will be broadcast 9-11:30 a.m., Thursday, March 1, from the Student Center’s North Commons.

Wayne State University's Children's Bridge has launched a Virtual Conference Web site as an extension of its 2006 conference, "Promoting the Well-being of Children and Youth in Urban America: Best Practices to Next Practices." 

WDET-FM 101.9 has announced that Jerome Vaughn has been named news program director and will begin his duties on March 5.

Wayne State University’s Patrick J. Gossman at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, will speak about novel advanced wireless services delivered over the only US-licensed frequencies allocated to educators. He will comment during WCA Live! – the radio Webcast produced by Wireless Communications Association International (WCA) and My Technology Lawyer Radio.

Have some educational fun for all ages at the March 4 Annual Brain Awareness Day, sponsored by the Wayne State University Student Neuroscience Society.

The Wayne State University Alumni Association (WSUAA) is currently accepting nominations for several awards.  The nomination deadline for WSUAA Awards is March 1.

The Law School’s 10th Annual Treasure of Detroit Gala will be held at the Gem Theatre in Detroit on Saturday, March 24, 2007.

The application-nomination deadline for the 2006-2007 Campus Life Leadership Awards has been extended to 5 p.m. Friday, March 2.

The College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts (CFPCA) welcomes an internationally known professional actor and dancer to the faculty; professors share the art of Brazil and the history of music; and learn about a Month in Moscow .

The University Activities Committee (UAC) presents "An Evening at the Hilberry Theatre," on Friday, March 2.  Curtain call for Amadeus is at 8 p.m., and the cost for tickets is $10 per person. 

The February edition of Research@Wayne is now available. This month's highlights include HIC updates on forms, consent documents and accreditation; and an update on the WSU Centers & Institutes Web page.

The Fifth Annual Student Academic Success Summit will be held on Monday evening, April 9, and all day Tuesday, April 10, 2007, at McGregor Memorial Conference Center. This year's topic is "WSU - Making Our Diversity an Educational Asset." The conference is sponsored by Wayne State University through the Provost's office.

The College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts (CFPCA) will celebrate the 30th annual Ovation Awards (formerly Arts Achievement Awards) Wednesday, March 7, at the Ritz-Carlton Dearborn.

The faculty, learning opportunities and campus resources were among topics 37 students discussed in a forum as part of Wayne State University’s Feb. 12-14 review for reaccreditation.

Communication with the administration and morale were among topics faculty members discussed in a forum as part of Wayne State University’s Feb. 12-14 review for reaccreditation.  

Learn US export control regulations affecting university research, particularly in the life sciences, engineering, computer technology and biological materials, and areas as diverse as foreign travel and purchasing. 

The Law School announced a $500,000 gift from the Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation.  The gift has catapulted the total amount raised for the Wayne First Law School Campaign to $15,950,000.  

A faculty and staff focus group will discuss improving accessibility at WSU. Present your concerns regarding access to buildings, parking, retail, housing, recreational facilities and more. Light refreshments will be served.

Take a break between classes, grab a bite to eat, and expand your cultural horizons! You can do all three when the Wayne State University College of Nursing holds its annual “Celebration of Diversity” Open House from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21, in Room 117 of the Richard Cohn Building. 

Life@Wayne has a new look and news and other content that is updated continuously instead of monthly. So now you can visit life.wayne.edu anytime for the latest Wayne State University news. In addition, you can post free classified ads, viewpoints and personal announcements and enjoy new puzzles. Learn about these features and others that await you.

Faculty members are invited to share information about Wayne State University during Feb. 12 and 13 forums with the team that will evaluate WSU for reaccreditation.

Join in and celebrate Black History Month with several events in February, which are free of charge and open to the public. The Wayne State University Black History Month calandar of events, organized by the Dean of Students Office,  is now available.

The Board of Governors elected officers and established the Elizabeth Hardy Fund on Jan. 24, along with several new degree and certificate programs.

Wayne State University units are evaluating their graduate admissions, financial aid and other programs to ensure they comply with the new Michigan law banning affirmative action in public employment, education and contracting.

The Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center offers a Valentine's Day special for couples to receive side-by-side massages. Feel the tension slip away. The service is offered from Monday, Feb.12, through Sunday, Feb.18.

Use your staff tuition assistance benefit to take spring/summer classes at Wayne State University. Advance your career or finish your degree faster. Choose from 2,800 eight- or 13-week class sections offered days, evenings and weekends on the main campus or four of the Southeast Michigan satellite centers. 

March 29, 2007, will mark the 45th anniversary of a visit to campus by Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt, world leader and widow of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who was here to attend the College of Education’s Education Day Program. Education alumnus Peter Pascaris who, as the student representative, was an escort for Mrs. Roosevelt during this historic event. His article recalled his interactions with Mrs. Roosevelt that day.

A Federalist Society-sponsored discussion on the law of war is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb.15, in Room 1525 of the old Law School Classroom Building.

Having trouble running your reports?  Want to e-mail your reports rather than print, duplicate and distribute?  How about organizing your ReportNet portal to help you work smarter, not harder when it comes to Banner reporting?

The Outreach Committee, a subcommittee of the President's Commission on the Status of Women, awards professional development stipends to WSU students and full-time nonacademic employees to attend a workshop, conference, or significant event associated with minorities, affirmative action, or other issues concerning gender rights.

In this article, read about the following news from the College of Engineering: transportation research; Greg Auner’s achievements; partnerships involving India and Venezuela; $509,000 in electronics design software; Girl Scouts visit the college; and a professor develops aircraft technology.

Read about how to get to campus while the Lodge Freeway (M-10) is closed from the Davison Freeway to Lahser Road until Sept. 4.

Wayne State University Law School is pleased to announce that David Scheffer, a former US Ambassador at Large for War Crimes Issues, will deliver the 23rd annual I. Goodman Cohen Lecture in Trial Advocacy on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007.

Check out the February 2007 issue of @wayne state, the monthly e-newsletter for alumni. Upcoming events include Alumni Awards, basketball and hockey games, career workshops and a tribute to Maryann Mahaffey.