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A premier research university serving a diverse body of motivated students in vibrant Midtown, the cultural center of Detroit. #WarriorStrong

Detroit, MI
Joined September 2007
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Three years in a row! We have officially been named a Top 100 Public University by U.S. News and World Report (@usnews) – hitting a record high for Wayne State! Learn more about our ranking at go.wayne.edu/usnwr-27-tw.
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Today's WSU Spotlight is dedicated to our first-gen Warriors! 44% of our students are the first in their families to go to college. Are you the first? Let us know! #WSUSpotlight: Fatima Alfalih, Elena Dimitrievski, Keren Masanga Share your pics via go.wayne.edu/wsu-spotlight.
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"Glimpses of Wayne State." #WSUSpotlight 📸: Rakshita Ekambaram Share your pics and videos via go.wayne.edu/wsu-spotlight.
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WSU's Heart of Detroit Tuition Pledge offers free tuition for Detroit high school graduates and Detroit residents. The program provided an opportunity for Nyla Colvard to pursue her degree and her career goal & give back to mothers and babies in Detroit. go.wayne.edu/colvard-pledge-….
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“A picture of fall walking on Cass Avenue.” #WSUSpotlight 📸: @vanessasagmani Share your pics and videos via go.wayne.edu/wsu-spotlight.
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Make your voice heard! WSU is closed on Election Day to encourage Warriors to exercise their right to vote. Wayne State has received the 2026 Highly Established Action Plan Seal from @allintovote. Find more information at go.wayne.edu/warrior-voting-….
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What triggers fear during election season? Wayne State psychiatrist and behavioral neuroscientist Dr. Arash Javanbakht explains what happens to our brains when we anticipate threats and how this easily arises during political discourse.
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We are the champions! Congratulations to the @waynestwarriors women's soccer team on being named the @GLIACsports regular-season champions in their inaugural year as a program. What a way to show everyone what it means to be Warrior Strong!
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Fall back, Warriors! Daylight saving time has ended, so turn your clocks back and enjoy an extra hour of sleep⏰ #WSUSpotlight 📸: De Vaughn Elledge Share your pics and videos via go.wayne.edu/wsu-spotlight.
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The David L. Holmes Athletics Hall of Fame honors the Warrior athletes who left a lasting impact. The Legacy Atrium was renovated to celebrate over 100 years of history and tradition – defined by resilience, championships and All-American athletes. go.wayne.edu/hof-entrance-tw
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"Time standstill." #WSUSpotlight 📸: Abdul Hadi Share your pics and videos via go.wayne.edu/wsu-spotlight.
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Wayne State University is committed to creating pathways for Warriors to achieve their goals. Provost Christina Bloebaum sat with @crainsdetroit to discuss how we're preparing students to think critically – transforming their lives and their communities. go.wayne.edu/michigan-workfo…
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Old Main meets the moon 🌙 #WSUSpotlight 📸: Amna Gilani Share your pics and videos via go.wayne.edu/wsu-spotlight.
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Unsolved killings have vexed even the most seasoned detectives. Criminal justice students are teaming with a veteran Detroit homicide detective to review evidence, digitize records and bring a fresh perspective to unsolved cases. Read more: go.wayne.edu/investigations-…
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Lisa Prosser, Ph.D., is an academic leader in the field of public health. As the inaugural dean of the emerging school of public health initiative, she shares her journey, what brought her to Wayne State and what challenges and opportunities she sees. go.wayne.edu/lisa-prosser-tw
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Graphic Designer Amara Raymore-Pinto poses in front of the poster she and Ivianna Feimster designed for Wayne State Theatre’s One Monkey Don’t Stop No Show! #WSUSpotlight 📸: Amara Raymore-Pinto Share your pics and videos via go.wayne.edu/wsu-spotlight.
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Dr. Richard Benson II was named the inaugural director of the Detroit Center for Black Studies in June. Since arriving at Wayne State, Dr. Benson has been laying the groundwork for a space that connects the university directly to the community. go.wayne.edu/dcbs-benson-tw.
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"Good morning, Warriors!" #WSUSpotlight 📸: Julie Julison Share your pics and videos via go.wayne.edu/wsu-spotlight.
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Legacies are born and barriers are broken at Wayne State University. Since 1918, Wayne State Athletics (@waynestwarriors) has played a key role in the lives of over 10,000 student-athletes. This is how the story began. go.wayne.edu/athletics-legac…
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Backed by a generous commitment from @MeridianHP, Wayne State's Brothers in Social Work initiative connects Cass Tech students with mental health professionals to help overcome barriers in a supportive, safe place. go.wayne.edu/bisw-partnershi….
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"White Coat ceremony! #futurern" #WSUSpotlight 📸: Brielle Musallam Share your pics and videos via go.wayne.edu/wsu-spotlight.
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