Red Cross holds blood drive in Student Center

The American Red Cross is encouraging current Wayne State students and new blood donors to donate blood in the blood drive Feb. 15 to Feb. 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the second floor of the Student Center in Gullen Mall.

Theater department chair rejoins faculty

At the conclusion the 2009-10 academic year, Dr. Blair Anderson, chair of the Department of Theatre, will step down and return to the faculty. Anderson is presently serving the last year of his second 5-year appointment as chair. During his tenure, he improved many aspects of the theater department as well as continuing to maintain the traditions of excellence that were established before him.

Prevention is key

Domestic abuse memoir author speaks out about the indicators of an abuser

A little over a year ago, a woman named Marala Scott spoke at Wayne State concerning her new book, "In Our House." But unlike other authors that come to speak, focusing on self promotion or in an effort to boost book sales, Scott had another thing in mind — prevention.

Russian culture celebrated at Wayne State

Chidinma Ogbuaku

The aroma of freshly-made pancakes wafted down the hallway as Wayne State’s Slavic Studies Program celebrated Maslenitsa Feb. 9 in Manoogian’s fourth floor lounge.
In the lounge, a blini-making workshop drew about 15 people.

Religion at Wayne

Newman Catholic Center holds Lenten Mass

Many people may be reluctant to give up bad habits, but for Wayne State’s Newman Catholic Center, it is cause for celebration. The center will kick off the Christian period Lent with two Masses at its chapel  Feb. 17, or Ash Wednesday for Roman Catholics.

Group transforms old school into the Burton Theatre

Cinema plays cult movies, independent films

Compared to most major cities, Detroit is somewhat lacking in the movie theater department. Until recently, the only options were the Detroit Film Theater inside of the Detroit Institute of Arts or the Ren Cen 4 Theatre inside of the Renaissance Center. But in October, the landscape became a little brighter with the addition of the Burton Theatre.

Wayne State football player to fight for heavyweight championship

Wayne State offensive tackle Ray Rocheleau will set down his football pads and pick up boxing gloves Feb. 12, as he battles for FightXC's heavyweight championship title.

“Based on a Totally True Story” Actress shines at performance

Batman without Robin? Tuesdays without Morrie? For some, the combinations might seem inconceivable. Gauging applause at last week’s Ringwald Theatre performance, the same standard holds for “Based on a Totally True Story” without a Mary Ellen.

Wayne State to sponser conference on adult education

Wayne State's interdisciplinary studies program will sponsor the 55th annual Michigan Association for adult and Continuing Education conference March 19.

Robert Bobb to speak at WSU on Feb. 24

To discuss problems and strategies for Detroit Public Schools

The emergency financial manager for DPS, Robert C. Bobb, will be a guest speaker at WSU Feb. 24 at noon. Appointed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm in 2009, Bobb is charged with developing a policy plan for the DPS district.

Excited Moment In Life

An interview with”Up in the air” author, Walter Kirn

Walter Kim, like many others, wrote his books without ever expecting them to be made into a movie.

WSU Professor recieves "Best Research in Prematurity" award

Wayne State professor of molecular obstetrics and genetics, Roberto Romero was awarded with the “Best Research in Prematurity” Feb. 4.

Enrollment up for fall and winter semesters; tuition hikes still loom

Rob Kohrman, associate vice president of the office of budget, planning and analysis, announced during today’s Wayne State Board of Governors meeting that WSU’s fall 2009 enrollment was up 3 percent over budget at nearly 32,000 students.

Chinese musical troupe performs at Music Hall Center

Group shares culture through art

The stage at the Music Hall Center in Detroit was transformed into a whirlwind of color, movement and sound Jan. 30 as the Huazong University of Science and Technology Musical Troupe brought images of a rich, diverse country to life in front of a captivated audience.

Wayne State offers alternative for spring break

Opportunity to serve community

Applications for Alternative Spring Break, a localized national effort to help and learn from the community during spring break are due on Feb. 8.

“Breaking The Mold”

Exhibit showcases Japanese and Chinese clay art

Wayne State’s Elaine L. Jacob Gallery held an opening reception for their new exhibit “Breaking the Mold” Feb. 5 and cast Japanese and Chinese ceramic sculptures in a light not yet seen by many.