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April 2018 - Wayne State University
Student-focused news for family and friends April 2018
WSU board approves $65 million performance complex for Midtown Detroit

WSU board approves $65 million performance complex for Midtown Detroit

A $65 million performance complex in the heart of Midtown Detroit that will enhance Wayne State University’s robust cultural offerings has been unanimously approved by the school’s Board of Governors. The Hilberry Gateway Performance Complex project will result in renovation of the current Hilberry Theatre and creation of a large addition for a state-of-the-art venue for theatre, music, dance and arts-related events.


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Academic Success Center prepares students to excel  

The Academic Success Center provides year-round support to students looking to improve their study skills and techniques. Free, on-campus appointments are available to all undergraduate students, allowing them to meet one-on-one with a learning specialist who can help them prepare for an exam, overcome test anxiety, study more efficiently, master course material, improve concentration, develop time management strategies, address academic concerns and more. 

School of Medicine’s 300 M.D. seniors revel in historic match rate on Match Day  

The Match Day celebration for the Wayne State University School of Medicine Class of 2018 was the penultimate celebration of at least the last four years for nearly 300 physicians in training who will graduate in June, resulting in a 98.32 percent residency match rate for the Class of 2018’s Match participants. WSU’s rate surpasses this year’s national match rate of 94.27 percent for allopathic students.

Timmy Global Health WSU expanding outreach to Greece in ongoing global health equity efforts  

Members of Wayne State’s Timmy Global Health organization are expanding their impact with a new collaboration that will provide support and resources to Syrian refugees living in intake camps on the Greek islands of Lesvos and Samos.

Community service, cultural awareness focus of Alternative Spring Break Detroit  

While some students may have kicked back on sandy beaches or destinations far away for their spring break, a group of Wayne State Warriors stuck around the city for Alternative Spring Break Detroit. Each day consisted of a learning experience and a volunteer experience in different locations downtown, including Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, Focus: HOPE, Centro de San Jose, the Children’s Center, The Parade Company and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History.

Students can save 30 percent on spring/summer tuition  

Undergraduate students who complete at least 24 credits between fall 2017 and winter 2018 may be eligible for a 30 percent discount on tuition for spring/summer classes, providing families with tremendous financial savings and keeping students on track to complete their studies faster.

Help support WSU students on Giving Day

Help support WSU students on Giving Day

Show your Warrior pride on Decision Day and beyond



Student resources and reminders

April 4: OptimizeWayne Social Innovation Showcase

April 4: Campus Band Concert

April 6: Social Entrepreneurship conference

April 7: Warrior 150 Challenge Day of Service

April 8: Men's tennis vs. Ferris State

April 11: Sesquicentennial lunch at the Towers

April 13-22: Sister Act the Musical at the Bonstelle Theatre

April 14: Warrior softball vs. Ashland

April 15: Warrior tennis vs. Lake Superior State

April 16: Melodytroit Spring Showcase

April 17: Women's tennis vs. Walsh

April 24: AP Day

April 24: Warrior softball vs. Saginaw Valley State

April 25-May 1: Final exams

April 27: Warrior softball vs. Northwood

April 27-May 13: King Lear at the Hilberry Theatre

April 28: Warrior softball vs. Ferris State

May 8: Commencement


In the news

The New York Times: When your college has your back

The Detroit News: Wayne State hosts students for some STEM Day fun

Reader's Digest: How healthy people spend the last 10 minutes of the day

Newsweek: Brain imaging scans show what happens when 'the iceman' faces unusually cold temperatures

Detroit Free Press: Healthier kids — an action plan for Michigan

Crain's Detroit Business: Crain's 2018 Health Care Heroes

National Post: The bug in our diet


Match Day 2018 - Wayne State University School of Medicine

Match Day 2018 - Wayne State University School of Medicine

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