WHAT: Lecture titled "Investing in Detroit," featuring Matthew P. Cullen, chief executive officer, M-1 Rail, president and CEO, Rock Ventures LLC

WHEN: Noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015

WHERE: Wayne State University Law School, Spencer M. Partrich Auditorium, 471 W. Palmer, Detroit, Mich., 48202

MORE INFO: Cullen, a leader in Detroit's ongoing revitalization, will offer his perspective on opportunities in Detroit, including an update on the M-1 Rail streetcar initiative. The 6.6-mile streetcar route will connect the city's largest cultural destinations, educational and entertainment facilities, and employment centers along Woodward Avenue. Through a public-private partnership, M-1 Rail will also serve as a catalyst for investment, economic development and urban renewal to positively impact Detroit while helping to create a modern, regional transit system. Cullen serves as volunteer president and CEO of the initiative.

REGISTRATION/PARKING: The lecture is free, but guests must register at specialevents.wayne.edu/aljup2015 or call 313-577-2300. Parking is available in Structure 1, located at 450 W. Palmer. $6.50 credit card and OneCard only; see map at maps.wayne.edu/view/#structure1.

SPONSORS: This event is sponsored by the Arthur L. Johnson Urban Perspectives Lecture Series and is made possible in part by DTE Energy Foundation.

The Arthur L. Johnson Urban Perspectives Lecture Series began in 1992 and is named in honor of the civil rights leader and former Wayne State University administrator. The series features distinguished corporate and civic leaders who speak on a wide range of topical issues including politics, business, law and the arts.

Wayne State University is a premier urban research institution offering more than 370 academic programs through 13 schools and colleges to nearly 28,000 students.