Races for governor, U.S. Senate, state House control will dominate 2006

Both of these outstate newspapers picked up an AP story that speculates about whether Gov. Jennifer Granholm is re-electable in 2006. The story includes a comment by David Bonior, university professor of labor studies here. He describes Granholm as "a popular governor who is a wonderful communicator" and says she will be difficult to defeat.

November 21, 2004

Gannett acquires HomeTown papers

Ben Burns, director of the journalism program at Wayne State, commented about Gannett Inc.'s purchase of more than 60 local newspapers, of which 37 are in Michigan including the Detroit News. Local media observers questioned the impact of the Gannett purchase on the southeast Michigan market. "I'd presume there may be some issues in regards to a monopoly. It would mean that Gannett would basically dominate, not only with the Detroit News, but the suburban markets too," Burns said.

November 20, 2004

Here's To…

Morris Goodman, distinguished professor of anatomy and cell biology at Wayne State University, was named a recipient of the 2004 Most ABLE Award from Operation ABLE of Michigan, which celebrates the workplace contributions of exceptional older employees. Goodman is noted for his pioneering discoveries in the field of molecular evolution.

November 19, 2004

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Wayne State Professor Jesse Vivian was interviewed by Greg Bowman about the recall of Vioxx and the Congressional hearings on other drugs with potential side effects.

November 19, 2004

Detroit native's account of bigotry, justice in city's past wins national praise

Mike Smith, director of the Walter P. Reuther Library in the College of Urban, Labor and Metropolitan Affairs, comments about author, educator and historian Kevin Boyle. Smith calls Boyle one of the finest historians in the country. \"I see a lot of researchers come through and meet a lot of historians, and I put Kevin up there in the top echelon of scholars,\" Smith said. \"Kevin is a scholar. The fact that he writes in a stylish manner is just icing on the cake for his scholarship.\"

November 19, 2004

Metro Detroit's guide to entertainment

Wayne State University will host the \"Alumni Exhibition: Kathryn Clark and the Art of Twinrocker,\" through Nov. 24 at the Community Arts Building. The exhibition will be open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday and 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Friday.

November 19, 2004

Trauma-induced birth killed fetus

Robert Sedler, a constitutional law professor at Wayne State University in Detroit, was quoted on the fetus of a 16-year old girl found buried in Richmond Township. According to Sedler, the teen father of the fetus may face more legal trouble than his girlfriend based on the induced miscarriage when the boyfriend hit the girl in the abdomen with a baseball bat. \"It seems to me they can prosecute this guy,\" Sedler said. \"I don\'t think she can be convicted as an accomplice. She still has to be treated as a victim,\" Sedler said.

November 19, 2004

Job outlook brightens for college grads

Michigan college graduates are in demand again after four years of lean hiring. In response, universities are becoming more aggressive to get the best companies on campus and to ensure their students are ready. At Wayne State University, the accounting department holds seminars on professional dress, on-the-job etiquette and interviewing skills, said Randy Paschke, chairman of the university\'s accounting department.

November 19, 2004

Annual Symposium on Child Abuse

Jerome Vaughn reported that the School of Social Work held it's annual symposium at Wayne State University. The symposium seeks to educate social workers and the public about child abuse. The Detroit Police Department and the Children's Aid Society participated in the symposium, which examined the need for services to families in crisis. The more of these services available, the fewer children are funneled into the foster care system.

November 19, 2004

WSU Dancers on Stage in Kids' Concerts

Wayne State's Maggie Allesee Department of Dance will present the 51st annual On Stage! Dance Performances for Children on campus Nov. 18-20.

November 18, 2004

WSU Salute Concert

Wayne State's Music Department will present their 38th annual Salute Concert to Downtown Detroit at noon on Nov. 23, in Greektown's historic Old St. Mary's Church.

November 18, 2004

WSU law prof says African Town 'legal'

Wayne State University Law Professor Robert Sedler recently told the Detroit City Council that Detroit has the constitutional power to set up African Town. "The city has the constitutional power to establish an inner city business district and, above all, to use city funds and resources to assist Detroit residents to acquire, own and operate businesses located in Africantown," Sedler said. A photo of Sedler is included.

November 18, 2004

WSU Salute Concert

Wayne State University's Department of Music will present their 38th annual Salute Concert to Downtown Detroit at noon on Tuesday, November 23, in Greektown's historic Old St. Mary's Church.

November 18, 2004

WSU Dancer On Stage in Kids' Concerts

The Maggie Allesee Department of Dance will present the 51st annual On Stage! Dance Performance for Children, "Travels with Professor Bugs: A Musical Adventure," at the Community Arts Auditorium Nov. 18-20.

November 18, 2004

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Nancy Artinian, PhD, RN, FAAHB, professor of nursing, was interviewed on Bob Allison\'s \"Ask Your Neighbor\" radio program. Artinian fielded listeners\' questions about controlling blood pressure.

November 18, 2004

Williams Sisters Visit Detroit for a Day of Charity

The Williams sisters visited Detroit and Wayne State University where they taught a tennis clinic to area children. They're here as part of McDonald's World Children's Day. The action packed day with the tennis stars will wrap up with a charity tennis match at the Palace in Auburn Hills. The sisters will play a doubles match with former Lion Barry Sanders and with our own anchor, Stephen Clark.

November 18, 2004

Men's Hockey Loses Power Play Battle And Game To Bowling Green

The Wayne State University men\'s hockey team lost a 7-3 decision to visiting Bowling Green Thursday night at Compuware Sports Arena in Plymouth. WSU junior defenseman Steve Kavolchik scored one of the 3 goals for the Warriors.

November 18, 2004

Sports - Wayne State to build hockey arena

This online newsletter for the Detroit Regional Chamber includes an item noting that Wayne State is planning a $17.1 million hockey arena to seat 4,500 fans. Funding will come from the university's capital campaign, the report says.

November 18, 2004

Professor to discuss conflict between India and Pakistan

Frederic Pearson, director of the Center for Peace and Conflict Studies at Wayne State, will discuss the history of the India-Pakistan conflict at the Rochester Hills Museum at 7 p.m., Dec. 1. A contact number for reservations is provided.

November 18, 2004

Wayne State program keeps eye on Division I

A prominent sports story focusing on whether Wayne State will move up to Division I in athletics speculates that basketball would be the major sport where the Warriors could be most competitive at a higher level. "It's a sport where two or three players could make a significant impact," explained men's basketball coach David Greer." Sports writer Ted Kulfan says the WSU football program is not ready to make the move but the men's and women's hockey programs already are in the Division I category. "We're trying to continue to build on our successes," said Athletic Director Rob Fournier. "If you make such a move, you want your athletes to have every chance to be successful." The article is accompanied by a photo of Warriors cager Morris Hall during a recent game against the University of Michigan.

November 18, 2004