Try these tips for a quieter meal out
Wayne State interior design lecturer Kerry Gluckman discusses ways to enjoy a quieter night out at a busy restaurant.
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Closed dealerships likely to blight suburbs
Urban planning professor Robin Boyle discusses the future use of vacated car dealerships.
'Law & Order''s S. Epatha Merkerson comes home to Wayne State University
In a column about the accomplishments of actress S. Epatha Merkerson, publisher Mary Kramer notes that Merkerson is a Wayne State theatre alumna and that she received an honorary doctoral degree from the university last week.
Backlash: Women bullying women at work
An article about bullying in the workplace mentions the research of Wayne State University professor Loraleigh Keashly.
TechTown takes off: High-tech startups flourish at Wayne State site
A feature story highlights the recent growth of TechTown, Wayne State University's business and technology park. The business incubator, launched by Wayne State in 2004, can\'t set up space quickly enough to satiate the demands of dozens of small startup businesses. "We\'ve got quite the waiting list,\" said Randall Charlton, TechTown\'s executive director. \"The need for what TechTown has to offer has never been greater.\" Several photos of TechTown tenants and buildings accompany the story.
The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer at WSU commencements
A local camera crew working for The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer attended May 8 morning commencement ceremonies to film two WSU engineering graduates who will be among students around the country who may be featured in a PBS and NPR special report on "Gen Next and the Economy." The report will air sometime in June. Members of the students' families were interviewed.
Metro siblings take fast track through WSU
A feature story focuses on three Sterling Heights siblings who graduated together from the WSU School of Business Administration this morning. Royce Mathew, 20, will complete requirements for his MBA this summer. Brother Mathew, 17, and sister Roshen, 18, received bachelor's degrees. Registrar Linda Falkiewicz affirmed that for students to complete degree requirements as early as did the Mathews "is indeed a rare accomplishment.\" Marketing professor Jeffrey Stoltman also is quoted. A photo of the trio accompanies the story.
Groups press to see report on lake level
Law professor Noah Hall comments in a story about a recent study by the International Joint Commission analyzing reasons for significant water loss from Lakes Michigan and Huron.
Business leaders: Who's doing what in Oakland County
Jacquelin Washington is this year\'s honorary inductee into the David Mackenzie Honor Society at Wayne State. She is a past member of the WSU Board of Governors. Honorees are chosen for their contributions to the welfare and development of the university and the community.
NetEase interviews TechTown
Reporter's from NetEase, China's leading interactive online and wireless community, visited the campus last month and talked with TechTown officials regarding Detroit economic issues. Below are Web links to interviews with TechTown Director Randal Charlton and Shannon Richey, director of marketing for TechTown-based Asterand.
Wayne State softball coach has fun
A profile story features Wayne State University Head Softball Coach Gary Bryce. Bryce, 68, earned his 900th career victory earlier this season and has led Wayne State to 15 NCAA Tournament appearances in his 28-year career, including four straight (2006-09). \"I love to be on the field,\" he said. \"It\'s still a lot of fun. I love the competition." A photo of Bryce accompanies the story.
WSU opens $28M Engineering Center to support education, innovations
Wayne State University opened the $28 million Marvin I. Danto Engineering Development Center last week. The new facility will couple traditional university research opportunities with an opportunity for students, faculty and even small companies to launch a business. \"We\'re moving toward taking inventions in engineering and moving them to commercial ventures,\" said Ralph Kummler, dean of the College of Engineering.
Wayne State hosts MovingMedia Student Film Festival May 22-24, 2009; Accepting student entries until Friday, May 8
Wayne State University will host the MovingMedia Student Film Festival May 22-24. The festival showcases the work of Wayne State students, and, for the first time, invites entries from peer institutions in southeast Michigan including Madonna University, the University of Windsor, Eastern Michigan University, Lawrence Technological University and the College of Creative Studies.
Why I love Detroit: 13 stories
A profile piece asking 13 Detroiters why they love the city features Wayne State University project manager Barb House. A photo of House accompanies the story.
Wayne State University education professor to receive award
On July 19, Wayne State University associate professor Karen Tonso will receive the 2009 Women in Engineering ProActive Network Betty Vetter Award for Research. Award recipients are selected for their dedication and enthusiasm for advancing women in the field of engineering.
Franklin Wind Energy Group adds 12 jobs, plans to hire more
A profile of Franklin Wind Energy Group mentions that the company recently installed the first wind energy turbine in Detroit on top of Wayne State's Engineering Technology Building.
Local artists choose their favorite Leonard Cohen lyrics
English professor M.L. Liebler shares his favorite lyrics by Leonard Cohen.
Price of GM stock too high
Randy Paschke, chair of Wayne State's accounting department, comments in an article about the high price of GM stock.
Detroit's Hilberry Theatre will stage Fantasticks, Midsummer, Good and More in 2009-10
An article lists the Hilberry Theatre's 2009/2010 schedule.
WSU Graduation Ceremonies
WSU Graduation Ceremonies
The station ran a clip on the Thursday early evening news of that afternoon's commencement ceremonies at Wayne State. The anchor desk mentioned that the university is having four separate commencement ceremonies this year instead of one.