Article Archive
June 28
An article in The Detroit News names Wayne State’s TechTown and Next Energy as accelerators of creative growth along Woodward Avenue.
The Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center (RFC) will close for two days - one in July and one day in August due to some great, new renovations. Also, learn how you can gain free access to the RFC.
June 27
The 21st Detroit Festival of the Arts, in Midtown's University Cultural Center, was held earlier this month, June 8-10. Thousands attended this year's successful event.
June 26
Your help is needed if you were at the university during the deadly riots of 1967. Ashley Woods, WSU student, is writing a feature for the South End commemorating the 40th anniversary of the '67 riots.
The e-magazine Model D, headquartered in TechTown, details new developments in downtown Detroit, including new restaurants.
During a training session, June 28, you will learn: What is workplace violence? What is Wayne State's policy on violence in the workplace? What are your roles and responsibilities?
The annual Awards and Recognition Breakfast was held May 10 for Building Coordinators of Wayne State University. Associate Vice President for Facilities Planning and Management, Jim Sears presented the Building Coordinators with years of service awards.
President Irvin D. Reid recently sent the following e-mail announcement regarding expenditure control, cost containment and budget concerns.
June 21
Steven Davidoff, professor, Law School, becomes the fourth Law School faculty member to have a Web log, or blog.
Sicko , from Michigan film maker Michael Moore, will be released June 29, although parts of the documentary have already been shown on television programs such as Oprah.
Ronald E. Watters has been named program director of the E-Commerce Summer Camp and the Richard H. Austin Fund at the School of Business Administration.
A sidebar to a front-page story in the Detroit Free Press about the resurgence of Detroit, lists organizations and companies instrumental in the revitalization, including Wayne State.
June 20
Ed King, assistant director, Department of Professional Development, School of Business Administration, is the source used by writer Carol Cain for this brief article that offers advice to entrepreneurs starting small businesses.
Are you new to the university within the last year? Wouldn't you like an opportunity to network with other Warrior colleagues, also new to the university, and get to know the campus outside of your own building?
June 19
A recent newspaper article features details of a loft housing project that is ideal for faculty and staff.
The Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education recently awarded accreditation to several WSU School of Medicine residency programs.
WSU Police nabbed a student in the first ever fuel-cell traffic stop earlier this month. The silent running Wayne State F-Cell vehicle is believed to be the only fuel-cell police car in the world.
Detroit Evolution Laboratory will host an open house Saturday, June 23, with free massages, yoga classes and samples of raw, vegan and vegetarian food. It is located at 1434 Gratiot on the second floor.
June 14
Albert G. Hermsen will become director of the Office of Student Financial Aid on Aug. 1.
Steven Salley has been appointed to the position of interim associate provost and dean of the Graduate School.
President Irvin D. Reid delivers a message regarding the impact of $23.2 million in reduced funding for the university.
June 13
President Irvin D. Reid has announced the appointment of new leadership in the Division of Research to best address the significant challenges the division will confront in the immediate future and beyond.
Author Robin Wright King will read from her book and answer questions at the Wayne State University Organization of Black Alumni’s Book and Wine Series on Friday, June 15.
There's free, hot fun to be had by all at the 2007 Faculty/Staff Fireworks Night.
Custodian and local comedian Willie Johnson sadly reports his elimination from auditions to become the new voice for an upcoming Detroit Zoo television commericial.
See photos, a slide show and a memory book from the Library and Information Science Program's (LISP) 40th anniversary celebration by visiting LISP .
Two obituaries note the passing and accomplishments of retired theatre professor Leonard Leone.
June 12
The Detroit News, in a June 10 article, discusses President Irvin D. Reid's role in the rebirth of the Cass Corridor.
An article in The Detroit News summarizes various aspects of the annual Detroit Festival of the Arts held last weekend.
Model D, the online publication based in TechTown, reports the opening of Salad Creations, a new restaurent at 1043 Woodward Ave.
Read about the School of Medicine's 2007 commencement and see photos in the school's latest edition of its e-newsletter, Prognosis .
Michigan employers providing health care benefits to same-sex partners are gradually changing or dropping coverage. A Wayne State official comments to the Detroit Free Press .
The e-magazine, Model D , features Salon X in its development news. Salon X is located in The Towers Residential Suites.
June 6
Sign up with Sherrie Antoszewski, breast cancer survivor, and Curt Brahm, team co-captains for WSU-Get Pink! Participate in the 16th annual Komen Detroit Race for the Cure, Saturday, June 16, at Comerica Park.
If you were planning to book a massage in the next week, here's what you need to know.
Free to faculty, staff and students, these Wellness events are available this month at the Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center (RFC).
Willie Johnson, a custodian in the Schaver Music Building, could be the new voice behind the next television commercial for the Detroit Zoo.
June 5
A report details the falling status of the AAUP and how it affects Wayne State faculty.
An article discusses how state lawmakers plan to cut more and more funding from universities such as Wayne State, while still expecting the institutions to boost the local economy.
The e-magazine, Model D , headquartered in TechTown, reports on the "Discover City Living" tent to be included at this weekend's Fesitival of the Arts.
Wayne State faculty and staff are offered incentives to move to Midtown, as reported in the Detroit Free Press.
Wayne State University is mentioned in a national Web story and guide on MSN.com as one of the bright spots in Detroit.
