Gerrie Paulson of Ferndale has joined Wayne State University as director of major gifts in the Development and Alumni Affairs Division.

Previously, she was director of planned giving with Cleveland State University, and prior to that, director of planned giving with Alma College. She also has worked in development at Michigan Technological University. Paulson earned a master's degree in college and university administration from Michigan State University and has a bachelor's degree from North Central College in Illinois.

She also is a graduate of the National Planned Giving Institute and a member of the National Planned Giving Association.