Wayne State University (WSU) is adding seven new academic programs to its current offerings at University Center — Macomb, building on its 30-year history serving Macomb County residents.

President Irvin D. Reid and the Wayne State Board of Governors are continuing to demonstrate their commitment to Macomb County by holding the Board of Governors meeting on Nov. 8 at the University Center — Macomb. President Reid will announce the recent introduction of seven new programs available in Macomb County at a reception for local officials and community leaders immediately following the meeting.

“As one of the nation’s largest, most highly regarded research and learning institutions, Wayne State University is uniquely poised to serve Macomb County, which, given its unusually fast-growing population, has a need for a more highly educated work force,” noted Dr. Reid. “Through Wayne State, Macomb County has access to one of the most prestigious medical research schools in the world. In addition, Wayne State offers access to unmatched resources given the university’s size, diversity, program offerings and demonstrated track record for providing a world-class collegiate experience.”

As part of Wayne State’s expansion in Macomb County, the following programs will be added to the current offerings available through the University Center-Macomb as of January 2007.

• Master of Library and Information Science
• Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies with a Criminal Justice minor
• Master of Education, Special Education-Learning Disabilities
• Master of Education in Educational Leadership
• Education Specialist Certificate in Educational Leadership
• Master of Science in Nursing — (one core class will be offered in winter 2007)
• Master of Interdisciplinary Studies — available fall 2007

Wayne State programs and courses currently offered at the University Center — Macomb include:

• Bachelor of Arts/Science in Education (Elementary Certificate —Science or Math Major)
• Bachelor of Arts/Science in Secondary Education
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology
• Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
• Bachelor of Technical and Interdisciplinary Studies
• Bachelor of Social Work
• Secondary Education Certification
• Bachelor of Arts (Major in English)
• Master of Business Administration

Generally, classes are open to all students who have been admitted to Wayne State University. A student who has completed at least 12 transferable semester credits with a GPA of a 2.0 at an accredited community college or four-year institution may apply for admission to WSU as a transfer student. Admission to the specific undergraduate programs offered at the University Center — Macomb, however, generally requires completion of approximately two years of prior college work, as the courses are intended for junior- and senior-level students.

Wayne State’s decision to expand its programs in Macomb County is part of ongoing assessments and analysis of the higher education programs and services that Macomb County and its residents need. Wayne State’s plans will continue to evolve as the findings of this ongoing research unfold.

Wayne State University is a premier institution of higher education offering more than 350 academic programs through 11 schools and colleges to more than 33,000 students.