The ELI is located on the main campus of Wayne State University in the heart of Detroit . Detroit is located in southeastern Michigan , in the heart of the Great Lakes, on the border with Canada. It is about 500 kilometers east of Chicago and 1100 kilometers west of New York City. The seasons in Michigan bring frequent changes in the climate, and the weather can be unpredictable. Generally, however, the weather in Detroit is mild in spring and fall, quite warm in summer and frequently cold in winter.
Rain can occur throughout the year, and there is usually some snow in the winter.