COVID-19 Parents Faculty Alumni Login Search: Search Menu I find myself amazed at the resilience and dedication of Wayne State Warriors. — President M. Roy Wilson M. Roy Wilson became the 12th president of Wayne State in 2013, joining the university to build on an impactful career in medicine and higher education. Wayne State University is governed by an eight-member Board of Governors elected by Michigan voters. The board is responsible for selecting the university presidents, supervising the control and direction of university funds, setting tuition and other fiscal policies, determining compensation for services, and conferring degrees. MISSION AND VALUES Our mission is to create and advance knowledge, prepare a diverse student body to thrive, and positively impact local and global communities. Our guiding values cut across organizational boundaries, bind us culturally, and permeate our strategic and tactical initiatives. They are the defining traits of the WSU community. Collaboration When we work together, drawing upon various talents and perspectives, we achieve better results. Integrity We keep our word, live up to our commitments, and are accountable to ourselves and each other. Innovation We are unafraid to try new things and learn by both failure and success. Excellence We strive for the highest quality outcomes in everything we do. Diversity and inclusion We value all people and understand that their unique experiences, talents and perspectives make us a stronger organization and better people. THEN AND NOW Wayne State’s history began in 1868, when five physicians who witnessed the crude medical treatment on Civil War battlefields committed themselves to advancing health education and care in Detroit. They founded the Detroit Medical College, which has since transformed into our School of Medicine. Today, our main, 200-acre campus in Midtown Detroit is home to nearly 25,000 undergraduate and graduate students from across the United States and 70 countries. Discover the Warrior experience SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES Our faculty experts come from across the globe to deliver a world-class education with countless research opportunities through our 13 schools and colleges. Mike Ilitch School of Business More than 37,000 business alumni, including top-level executives, have been trained to enhance the economic vitality of the city of Detroit, the state of Michigan and the world. College of Education Home to the only American Art Therapy Association-approved art therapy program in Michigan. College of Engineering Home to the nation’s first electric-drive vehicle engineering program. College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts Alumni include a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and recipients of and nominees for the Grammy, Emmy, Tony, Golden Globe, Obie, Screen Actors Guild and Caldecott awards. Graduate School Offers 240 graduate and certificate programs across the curriculum. Irvin D. Reid Honors College Offers an academically rigorous and culturally engaged program to a community of nearly 2,000 high-achieving WSU students with majors across the curriculum. School of Information Sciences Educates students from more than 40 states, plus Canada, Europe and the Middle East. College of Liberal Arts and Sciences More than 300 labs available for undergraduate research opportunities across multiple disciplines. Law School Named a Best Value Law School by The National Jurist and preLaw magazine eight years in a row. School of Medicine Nearly 40% of Michigan’s practicing physicians received their training here. College of Nursing The neonatal nurse practitioner program is the first of its kind in Michigan. Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Home to the only pathologists’ assistant program in Michigan. School of Social Work More than 1,000 students enroll each year to earn a B.S.W., M.S.W., Ph.D. or one of four graduate/postgraduate certificates. At Wayne State University, passion meets purpose. With endless opportunities to conduct research, accelerate health care and social justice work in our community, and contribute to the city’s culture and growth, Detroit is a place like no other. Our campus is buzzing with energy, offering the ultimate destination for you to grow while connecting with others and experiencing new things. Every day, our faculty, staff and students participate in the reinvention of a great American city — and we invite you to make your mark here. Learn some facts about Wayne State University. We are the only urban research university in Michigan, with annual research expenditures of $244.2 million Wayne State is a partner with Michigan State University and the University of Michigan in the University Research Corridor, one of the nation’s top academic research clusters Our main campus is located in Midtown Detroit — the heart of the city With over 290,000 alumni worldwide, Warriors make a global impact NEWS STUDENT LIFE WSU and Share Detroit partner to expand community volunteer, engagement opportunities CAMPUS NEWS President Wilson honored by national organization for ‘excellence in education’ ACADEMICS AND RESEARCH WSU professor’s book, ‘Detroit in 50 Maps,’ gives cartographer’s view of the city More news Resources Alumni Current students Faculty Newly admitted Parents Staff Accessibility Campus map Directories Giving Libraries Social media Annual security report Campus safety information and resources Careers Consumer information University Research Corridor (URC) Voluntary System of Accountability WDET 101.9 fm Detroit Public Radio Wayne State University 42 W. 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