David W. Ripple has been named associate vice president of development and alumni affairs for Wayne State University. "David Ripple's extensive fund-raising experience will be of significant assistance to the university as we work to complete the Wayne State Capital Campaign on schedule," said Susan Burns, vice president for Development and Alumni Affairs. "The Campaign is of critical importance to the urban mission of the university and we are fortunate to have someone of David Ripple's caliber in this key position." Formerly, Ripple served as executive director for Community Counseling Service, directing nonprofit clients on multi-million dollar campaigns, including Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, Lutheran Social Services of Michigan and the Michigan Opera Theatre.