Volleyball Announces 2009 Recruiting Class Dec 22, 2008
DETROIT - Wayne State University volleyball coach signed four student-athletes to National Letters of Intent this past semester to enroll at WSU and join the volleyball team in the fall of 2009. "I am very excited about this class. We will be better with the addition of these four young ladies," said Nickel. (Wsuathletics.com)
Motor City's woes extend beyond auto industry Dec 22, 2008
"If you no longer can sell your property, how can you move elsewhere?' said Robin Boyle a professor of urban planning at Wayne State University. "Some people just switch out the lights and leave property values have gone so low, walking away is no longer such a difficult option. "Looking ahead, Detroit civic leaders express long-term optimism but acknowledge the shift away from a heavy-manufacturing economy will be painful."Up until the '70s, you could come to the city without education, without... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Women's Basketball Drops 73-58 Decision At #14-Michigan Tech Dec 21, 2008
- The Wayne State University women's basketball team (2-6 overall, 1-4 GLIAC) battled 14th-ranked Michigan Tech (8-1 overall, 5-0 GLIAC) even for the first 20 minutes but eventually fell 73-58 at the SDC Gymnasium Saturday afternoon. The Warriors were tied at 33 with the Huskies at intermission in part to shooting 54 percent (7-of-13) from beyond the arc in the first half. (Wsuathletics.com)
Dunn Selected For Cactus Bowl Dec 20, 2008
Wayne State University senior defensive back/return specialist (Lansing, Mich. Waverly) has been selected to participate in the 2009 Cactus Bowl, a Division II All Star game slated for January 9 in Kingsville, Texas. (Wsuathletics.com)
How Ponzi scam artists prey Dec 20, 2008
"They are done in groups where people trust each other," said Peter Henning, a former SEC enforcement lawyer and now a professor at Wayne State University Law School in Detroit. "Any Ponzi scheme is built on trust. People can't ask too many questions.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Women's Hoops Falls On Late Bucket, 70-68 Dec 19, 2008
- The Wayne State University women's basketball team (2-5 overall, 1-3 GLIAC) lost a see-saw affair 70-68 at Northern Michigan (5-3 overall, 1-3 GLIAC) Thursday evening. The contest featured nine tied scores and 12 lead changes (six in each half) with NMU's Kelsey Deacon hitting her seventh triple of the game with 13 seconds remaining. (Wsuathletics.com)
Men's Basketball Records 65-55 Road Win At NMU Dec 19, 2008
- The Wayne State University men's basketball squad (4-4 overall, 2-2 GLIAC) ended a 10-game GLIAC road losing streak with a 65-55 triumph Thursday evening at Northern Michigan (6-2 overall, 2-2 GLIAC). The score was tied eight times and there was 11 lead changes with a jumper by freshman (Flint, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Holiday letters need light, deft touch Dec 18, 2008
Wayne State University English professor Jerry Herron says he finds most holiday letters, "absolutely mind-numbingly dull and unreadable. My advice is: Don't do it.". If you are going to do it, he advises you to decide what you want to say, say it and be done with it. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Greektown Casino Announces Three New Management Board Members Dec 18, 2008
He holds a bachelor of science degree from Wayne State University and a law degree from the University of Detroit School of Law. -- Ted Gatzaros, a long-time Metro Detroit developer who has built and managed some of the state's most recognized and popular hospitality businesses, including Fishbone's Rhythm Kitchen Cafe, the Atheneum Suite Hotel and Conference Center in Detroit, and various office buildings and residential housing properties. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
WSU Selects Turner to be Academic Coordinator Dec 17, 2008
Wayne State University Director of Athletics announced the hiring of Candice Turner for the position of Academic Coordinator for student-athletes. "Candice will play an instrumental role as we continue to expand our oversight and delivery of academic services for our student-athletes," said Fournier. (Wsuathletics.com)
Cellular Stress Causes Fatty Liver Disease In Mice Dec 17, 2008
16, 2008) A University of Iowa researcher and colleagues at the University of Michigan have discovered a direct link between disruption of a critical cellular housekeeping process and fatty liver disease, a condition that causes fat to accumulate in the liver. The findings, published in the Dec. 9 issue of the journal Developmental Cell, might open new avenues for understanding and perhaps treating fatty liver disease, which is the most common form of liver disease in the Western world and may... (Science Daily)
Antidepressants may damage more sex lives Dec 16, 2008
But more recent studies, in which patients were more likely to be asked about specific sexual side effects and thus more likely to report them, suggest that the ballpark range of those affected by SSRIs is between 30 percent and 50 percent, said researchers including Dr. Richard Balon, a psychiatry professor at Wayne State University who studies the symptoms. That would translate into millions of affected sex lives among the estimated 1 in 8 American adults who have tried these antidepressants... (Boston Globe)
PRSA-Detroit Honors 4 at Annual Meeting Dec 16, 2008
And Durocher Scholarships were awarded to Jared Bryan and Kayla Rice, both from Wayne State University. This is the second year in a row that WSU students have received the awards. (PR Newswire)
Half of Antidepressant Users May Suffer Sex Problems Dec 16, 2008
Early studies suggest the prevalence of sexual side effects was only 4 percent for Prozac, but more current studies say the number of those affected by SSRIs is closer to 30 or 50 percent, said Dr. Richard Balon, a psychiatry professor at Wayne State University who studies the symptoms. I tell patients there is a good chance they may have sexual problems, while on antidepressants, with the most frequent being delayed orgasm, Balon said. (Fox News)
Football Hands Out 2008 Team Awards Dec 15, 2008
The Wayne State University football team held its 2008 banquet on Sunday afternoon at The Detroit Yacht Club. Head coach concluded his fifth season by announcing several individual honors. (Wsuathletics.com)
Would new AG Holder exit Chicago corruption probe? Dec 14, 2008
In regard to the Chicago corruption probe, "I don't see main Justice and Holder getting terribly involved in this case. I see keeping this out in the U.S. attorney's office in Chicago," said Wayne State University law school professor Peter Henning, who teaches classes in legal ethics and white-collar crime. "That said, having Holder recuse himself and not having any of the people involved with Obama involved in this case would be the wisest course," Henning added. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Baseball Releases 2009 Schedule Dec 13, 2008
DETROIT - Wayne State University head baseball coach has announced the for the upcoming 2009 season, which is slated to begin Feb. 20-21 at West Georgia. The Warriors will play on the road for the first four weeks, including six games against teams within the Midwest region. (Wsuathletics.com)
Madoff Fraud Case Raises Questions About SEC Scrutiny Dec 13, 2008
"Someone should have asked harder questions, but I'm not really sure" it was the SEC, said Peter Henning, a law professor at Wayne State University who was an SEC enforcement attorney. "Their hands were tied" by not initially having oversight of the Madoff hedge fund, he said. (Law.com)
Men's Basketball Upended 71-66 By Northwood Dec 12, 2008
DETROIT - The Wayne State University men's basketball squad (3-4 overall, 1-2 GLIAC) lost its third consecutive game with a 71-66 setback to visiting Northwood University (5-2 overall, 2-1 GLIAC) Thursday night at the Matthaei. Freshman (Flint, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Women's Hoops Drops 68-57 Decision To Northwood Dec 12, 2008
DETROIT - The Wayne State University women's basketball team (2-4 overall, 1-2 GLIAC) lost 68-57 to visiting Northwood University (5-1 overall, 2-1 GLIAC) Thursday evening at the Matthaei. Warrior senior guard (White Lake, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
FDA Panel Pans Acusphere Heart-Imaging Drug Dec 11, 2008
"There is an issue with using this contrast agent and I'm bothered by it," said John Flack, professor of medicine at Wayne State University. "It's not benign and clearly there would have to be limits and restrictions on who it's given to.". (ABC News -- Wire)
Feature on Softball Coach Gary Bryce Dec 10, 2008
Wayne State University head softball coach will be inducted into the NFCA (National Fastpitch Coaches Association) Hall of Fame this Friday. By Kyle Stefan, The South End Managing Editor. (Wsuathletics.com)
Smith, Roberts Named GLIAC Swimmers Of The Week Dec 10, 2008
- Wayne State University senior (Auburn, Mich. Bay City Western) and sophomore (Milan, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Bailout Tactics: UAW Prepares for Its Next Move Dec 10, 2008
D. at Wayne State University in Detroit. Union members also paid more for health care and gave ground on work rules, which critics claim drive up operating costs. (Time.com)
Men's Basketball Falls 67-47 at Eastern Michigan Dec 9, 2008
- The Wayne State University men's basketball team (3-3 overall) lost its second game of the season against a Division I opponent with a 67-47 setback at Eastern Michigan Monday night. (Flint, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Zingerman Receives National Champion Ring Dec 9, 2008
Wayne State University junior received his national champion ring from WSU President Jay Noren on Saturday during the 2008 Istvan Danosi/Michigan Open held at the Matthaei Building on the WSU campus. Joining Dr. Noren and , are WSU Director of Athletics Rob Fournier (far right) and head fencing coach (far left). (Wsuathletics.com)
Lawal Selected GLIAC Player of the Week Dec 9, 2008
Wayne State University senior center (Southfield, Mich. Lathrup) has been selected GLIAC South Division Player of the Week after recording the first triple-double in school history in last Thursday's win over Michigan Tech. (Wsuathletics.com)
Men's Tennis Dec 9, 2008
Wayne State University senior Chris Green (Macomb, Mich. Dakota) and sophomore Antoine Marenaud (Bordeaux, France) were named to the 2008 GLIAC All-Academic team. (Wsuathletics.com)
PET Is Most Powerful Imaging Tool In Cancer Management, Nationwide Study Confirms Dec 8, 2008
Anthony F. Shields, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Wayne State University, Detroit, Mich. Dawei Liu, Ilana F. Gareen and Ed Hunt, Center for Statistical Sciences, Brown University, Providence, R.I.; and R. Edward Coleman, department of radiology, School of Medicine, Duke University, Durham, N.C.. (Science Daily)
Men's Basketball Edged 68-67 By NMU Dec 7, 2008
DETROIT - The Wayne State University men's basketball squad (3-2 overall, 1-1 GLIAC) suffered a 68-67 setback to visiting Northern Michigan (5-1 overall, 1-1 GLIAC) Saturday afternoon at the Matthaei. In a game that had 10 lead changes and five tied scores, the Wildcats went on a 9-0 run during a three-minute period (from 5:15 to 2:15) after the Warriors had taken a 60-57 lead a three-pointer by freshman (Flint, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Women's Basketball Downs NMU 78-63 Dec 7, 2008
DETROIT - The Wayne State University women's basketball team (2-3 overall, 1-1 GLIAC) recorded a 78-63 home court victory over Northern Michigan (4-2, 1-1 GLIAC) Saturday afternoon at the Matthaei. After the Wildcats took an early 2-0 lead, the Warriors scored the next six points on back-to-back triples by senior (Muskegon, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Men's Basketball Defeats Michigan Tech 62-55 Dec 5, 2008
DETROIT - The Wayne State University men's basketball team (3-1 overall, 1-0 GLIAC) recorded a 62-55 home court victory over Michigan Tech (3-3 overall, 0-1 GLIAC) Thursday evening. Senior (Southfield, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Women's Basketball Falls To #19- Michigan Tech 62-55 Dec 5, 2008
DETROIT - The Wayne State University women's basketball team (1-3 overall, 0-1 GLIAC) began conference play with a 62-55 setback to #19-Michigan Tech (3-1 overall, 1-0 GLIAC) Thursday evening at the Matthaei. The Warriors started strong as (Muskegon, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Warriors Close 2008 With Trip To Niagara Dec 4, 2008
GAME STORYLINES For its final series of the 2008 calendar year, the Wayne State University women's hockey team (10-3-1, 2-0-0 CHA) travels to Niagara University (4-10-2, 1-1-0 CHA) this weekend. The puck drops at 7:00 p.m. ET on Friday and 4:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at Dwyer Arena. (Wsuathletics.com)
Five Warriors Earn Daktronics All-Region Football Honors Dec 4, 2008
Wayne State University had five Daktronics All-Region selections, tied for second most of the 43 schools in Super Region #3 with Minnesota-Duluth. Grand Valley had 10. (Wsuathletics.com)
Levodopa for Parkinson’s Disease Dec 4, 2008
From the Department of Neurology, Henry Ford Hospital, and the Department of Neurology, Wayne State University School of Medicine both in Detroit. Address reprint requests to Dr. LeWitt at the Henry Ford Health Systems Franklin Pointe Medical Center, 26400 W. Twelve Mile Rd., Suite 115, Southfield, MI 48034, or at palewitt@ameritech. (New England Journal of Medicine)
WSU Athletics Completes Successful Food Drive Dec 2, 2008
DETROIT - Wayne State University student-athletes recently capped off a successful canned food drive by donating over 1,800 non-perishable food items to the Detroit Coalition On Temporary Shelter (COTS). The Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), a group that oversees the many community functions that student-athletes participate in each year, teamed up with Wayne Cares in their annual initiative to help COTS provide needy individuals in the Detroit area an opportunity to have a pleasant... (Wsuathletics.com)
Athletic Department to have Dietetic Interns Dec 2, 2008
The sports medicine department within the Wayne State University Department of Athletics has partnered with the department of nutrition and food science to host dietetic interns throughout the year. Erika Schwan, our first intern will be at the Matthaei for the next five weeks. (Wsuathletics.com)
Women's Basketball Drops 71-65 Decision At Edinboro Dec 1, 2008
- The Wayne State University women's basketball team (1-2 overall) suffered a 71-65 setback at Edinboro University Sunday afternoon. The Warriors were whistled for 22 fouls, 11 in each half, while the host Fighting Scots were called for eight fouls in the entire game. (Wsuathletics.com)
Women's Hockey Edged, 5-4, At UConn Nov 29, 2008
- In the opening game of the Nutmeg Classic at the University of Connecticut, the 10th-ranked Wayne State University women's hockey team (9-3-1) had its six-game winning streak come to an end following a 5-4 setback to the host Huskies (8-6-2) on Friday afternoon at the Freitas Ice Forum. (Pakenham, Ont. (Wsuathletics.com)
New Muscatine Community College drama director glad to be back in Iowa Nov 29, 2008
Larche, who most recently taught at Wayne State University in Detroit, grew up in Indianola and says he s grateful to have the opportunity to come back. I was one of the many people who grew up, trained in Iowa, couldn t find a job and had to leave, Larche said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Using state DNA database for family matches Nov 28, 2008
"If you are going to do familial searches, I think it is important to really reserve them for just the most egregious crimes where there is an ongoing threat to society," said population geneticist Dan Krane, an expert on DNA evidence at Wayne State University in Ohio. But local labs, unrestrained by state and federal policies, are already starting to expand the technology beyond that limited use. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
The Minimal Impact of a Big Hypertension Study Nov 28, 2008
So Allhat s main query which drug to use first became an outdated question that doesn t have huge relevance to the majority of people s clinical practices, said Dr. John M. Flack, the chairman of medicine at Wayne State University, who was not involved in the study and has consulted for some drug makers. Dr. Sean Tunis, a former chief medical officer for Medicare, remains an advocate for comparative-effectiveness studies. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Women's Hockey Heads To UConn For Nutmeg Classic Nov 27, 2008
GAME STORYLINES The 10th-ranked Wayne State University women's hockey team (9-2-1, 2-0-0 CHA) heads into the University of Connecticut's Nutmeg Classic this weekend riding a six-game winning streak. The Warriors will face the host Huskies (7-6-2, 2-4-1 HE) on Friday at 4:00 p.m., and will either meet Quinnipiac (2-13-1, 1-4-1 ECAC) or Yale (3-5-0, 2-4-0 ECAC) on Saturday at the Freitas Ice Center in Storrs, Conn. (Wsuathletics.com)
THANKSGIVING 2008... Nov 27, 2008
"We're cutting back on everything else so we can do what we want to do," said Scott, a 55-year-old Wayne State University police officer who had stopped at a rest stop north of Detroit on his way to his family's cottage in Grayling, Mich. "We don't go to movies. We don't go out to dinner.". (The Drudge Report)
Cerberus Claims It Was Misled in Deal for Chrysler Nov 27, 2008
The unusual public feud likely is a prelude to arbitration or a lawsuit over the sale, said Peter Henning, a former Securities and Exchange Commission attorney who teaches at Wayne State University Law School in Detroit. Cerberus' statement accused Daimler of misrepresenting changes in underwriting practices for vehicle financing and leasing. (ABC News -- Wire)
Facebook For Patent Trolls Nov 27, 2008
Peter Henning, who lectures on white-collar crime at Wayne State University Law School, says that taking a position on a company before making public comments about litigation it may face "takes you close to market manipulation.". ArticleOne's safest bet would be to short a patent-holder's stock only after announcing its whiz-bang prior-art knowledge. (Forbes -- Technology)
Women's Basketball Claims 61-35 Victory At Madonna Nov 26, 2008
- The Wayne State University women's basketball team (1-1 overall) recorded a 61-35 road victory at Madonna University (2-8 overall) Tuesday night, an NAIA school in metro Detroit. WSU junior (Delphos, Ohio/Jefferson) hit a triple 2:40 into the contest to knot the game at three as the Warriors missed their first three shots plus had a turnover on their first four possessions. (Wsuathletics.com)
Swimming & Diving Teams Rank Among Nation's Best Nov 26, 2008
The Wayne State University men's swimming and diving team is the top-ranked squad in the CSCAA/CollegeSwimming. com Division II released on Tuesday, while the WSU women's team is ranked second behind Grand Valley State. (Wsuathletics.com)
Men's Hoops Outscores Central State 80-50 Nov 26, 2008
DETROIT - The Wayne State University men's basketball team (2-1 overall) raced out to an early 8-0 lead and never trailed in an 80-50 non-conference win Tuesday night over the visiting Central State Marauders (2-3 overall). Freshman (Flint, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Marshall Feeley (9) Nov 26, 2008
He graduated from Denby High School in Detroit in 1937, and Wayne State University in 1941. Marshall graduated from Wayne State Medical School in October 1944 in the Navy V12 program and spent his internship at St. Albans Naval Hospital on Long Island. (The Herald-Palladium)
Three Warriors Earn Volleyball All-Region Honors Nov 25, 2008
- Three members of the 2008 Wayne State University volleyball team received Daktronics, Inc. All-Midwest Region honors in a vote by the region's sports information directors. Junior outside hitter (Harrison Twp. (Wsuathletics.com)
Two Warriors Earn CHA Weekly Honors Nov 25, 2008
DETROIT - Wayne State University forwards (Pakenham, Ont. Ottawa Raiders) and (Mississauga, Ont. (Wsuathletics.com)
WSU Men's Cross Country 12th at NCAA Championships Nov 23, 2008
The Wayne State University Men's Cross Country team ended the 2008 season with a 12th place finish at the Division II NCAA Championships in Slippery Rock, Pa. Senior (Dearborn, Mich/Fordson) ran a time of 31:52 ending his four-year WSU cross country career placing 18th. (Wsuathletics.com)
Baseball Announces Winter Camp Dates Nov 23, 2008
DETROIT - Wayne State University head baseball coach has announced dates and information for two upcoming camps this winter. The first is a one-day camp designed for high school athletes on Monday, Dec. 29. (Wsuathletics.com)
Black And Dunn To Play In East Coast Bowl Nov 23, 2008
Wayne State University senior linebacker (Toronto, Ont. Vanier Prep) and senior safety/return specialist (Lansing, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Women's Basketball Adds Fifth Recruit For 2009-10 Nov 22, 2008
Wayne State University head women's basketball coach has announced the signing of (Washington, Mich. Romeo) to a National Letter of Intent. (Wsuathletics.com)
Men's Basketball Upended At Bowling Green, 80-48 Nov 21, 2008
Bowling Green, Ohio - The Wayne State University men's basketball team (1-1 overall) battled Division I Bowling Green (3-1) nearly even for the first 12 minutes of the contest, but BG's backcourt height and depth proved much in an 80-48 setback for the Warriors. WSU started strong as freshman (Flint, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Women's Basketball Falls At #1-Ranked NKU, 75-51 Nov 21, 2008
- The Wayne State University women's basketball team (0-1 overall) had a daunting task in its regular-season opener -- playing at defending national champion Northern Kentucky (1-0) Thursday evening. NKU took control early and went on to defeat the Warriors 75-51. (Wsuathletics.com)
Buso Named GLIAC Swimmer Of The Week Nov 21, 2008
- Wayne State University senior (Sao Paulo, Brazil) was named the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) , as announced by the league office Thursday afternoon. Buso finished in a tie with Hilary Callen of Denison University for first place in the 1000-yard freestyle at WSU's three-team meet last Saturday. (Wsuathletics.com)
Wachovia, Golden West Investigated for Lending, Disclosures to Investors Nov 21, 2008
Individuals will be the focus,'' said , a former federal prosecutor and SEC lawyer now teaching at Wayne State University Law School in Detroit. It will look at what they knew and when they said it. (Bloomberg)
Women's Basketball Travels To NKU To Start Season Nov 20, 2008
The Wayne State University women's basketball team began the 2008-09 campaign recording a 64-52 exhibition win at Detroit Mercy on Thursday, Nov. 6. After a fast-break lay up by McCall tied the game at six just five minutes in, the Titans rattled off nine consecutive points for a 15-6 advantage. (Wsuathletics.com)
Solack Legacy, Memories Of `68 Remain With WSU Program Nov 20, 2008
Just down Trumbull Avenue that fall, a memorable season was also unfolding on the Wayne State University gridiron. For a football program, at the time, marking its 50th year of existence, the '68 season was a significant step forward. (Wsuathletics.com)
Hogle And Smith Earn National Awards Nov 20, 2008
Wayne State University junior (Kentwood, Mich. East Kentwood) and senior (Auburn, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Hall of Fame Inductee Dick Brown Passes Away Nov 19, 2008
Dick graduated from New Kensington High School, Wayne State University, Detroit, and received post-graduate degrees from Duquesne University ... Prior to that, he was an assistant football coach at Wayne State University and served two years in the Army in France ... Wayne State University awarded him a football scholarship and Dick was the team quarterback, defensive back, kicker and served as team captain in his senior year. (Wsuathletics.com)
