Wayne State's change in the university\'s appearance and interaction with its neighborhood, and the region have been phenomenal over the last decade. Two incumbents are seeking re-election. Democrat Annetta Miller is always trying to nurture ties back to K-12 schools, she is an enthusiast for outreach programs such as a new one for senior citizens. Republican Paul Hillegonds is president of Detroit Renaissance and a former state legislative leader. The challengers are Republican Susan Licata Haroutunian, a lawyer who has a fine record of civic involvement, and Democrat Tina Abbott of Detroit, who did not respond to Free Press inquiries.