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From life-saving treatments to stronger industries and safer communities, Michigan’s research universities are solving real problems and delivering real impact across the state and beyond.
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We've officially placed the final beam on the Health Sciences Research Building!
Special thanks to the Board of Governors, State Representative @JoeTate313 and Victoria Westbrooks from Office of the Mayor of the @CityofDetroit for celebrating with us! http://go.wayne.edu/hsrb-2028-tw
Dr. Christina Bloebaum has been named Wayne State University's new provost and senior vice president of academic affairs. As chief academic officer, Bloebaum will work closely with deans, faculty and leaders to help advance Wayne State's mission.
Wayne State University names Dr. Christina Bloebaum new provost and SVP of academic affairs
President Richard A. Bierschbach announced the appointment of Dr. Christina Bloebaum as Wayne State University's new provost.
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Great ideas know no borders. It was an honor to welcome leaders and researchers from @ucv_peru to @michiganstate as we celebrate nearly 20 years of partnership in education, research and global engagement.