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The Provost is the chief academic officer at Wayne State University and is responsible for all faculty matters, including hiring and promotion and tenure; issues concerning the instructional mission of the university; student performance and retention; and academic personnel policies and decisions, among other duties. The Provost oversees Wayne State’s 13 schools and colleges and their respective deans.
Wayne State Night at Comerica Park - Support the HIGH Program - Wayne State University
Celebrate 150 years of Wayne State University at the fourth annual Wayne State Night at Comerica Park! Enjoy America’s favorite pastime while cheering the Detroit Tigers on to victory over the Minnesota Twins, and show your Warrior/Tiger pride with friends, family, and colleagues. Pre-game activities include: First pitch by Provost Keith Whitfield Performances by Wayne State drum line, cheer and dance teams Appearance by Wayne State mascot, “W” Pricing for the special ticket package starts at $17 and includes a game ticket, a Tigers/Warriors cap commemorating WSU’s 150th birthday, plus a $5 donation to the Wayne State HIGH Program. This event usually sells out, so order your tickets today! Transportation: The Dean of Students Office is sponsoring a shuttle to and from the game. http://tigers.com/wsu SUBSCRIBE: https://go.wayne.edu/subscribe About Wayne State University: Wayne State University (WSU) is a public research university located in Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 1868, WSU consists of 13 schools and colleges offering nearly 350 programs to more than 27,000 graduate and undergraduate students. Wayne State University is Michigan's third-largest university, one of the 100 largest universities in the United States, and ranked in the top 50 American public universities for research expenditures. The WSU main campus encompasses 203 acres linking more than 100 education and research buildings in the heart of Detroit. Wayne State University, in alliance with Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, is part of Michigan’s University Research Corridor, responsible for $2.15 billion in research and development spending in fiscal year 2015. The URC is one of the nation’s top research clusters and the engine for innovation in Michigan and the Great Lakes region, increasing economic prosperity and connecting Michigan to the world. Connect with Wayne State University online: Visit the Wayne State University WEBSITE: https://go.wayne.edu/surprise Like Wayne State University on FACEBOOK: https://go.wayne.edu/follow-twitter Follow Wayne State University on TWITTER: https://go.wayne.edu/follow-facebook Follow Wayne State University on INSTAGRAM: https://go.wayne.edu/follow-instagram
News
- Enrollment remains strong and steady this fall
- President Wilson updates the community on enrollment growth and other early Strategic Plan gains in his annual University Address
- Reaffirmation of Wayne State University accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
- Libraries' new digital portal makes diverse Michigan history available online
