Register Now for Alumni Week Signature Events
The Wayne State University School of Business Administration has opened its doors once again to alumni and friends during its second Alumni Week. This week's two signature events - both scheduled for this Friday, Feb. 21 - are free and open to the public.
Richard H. Austin Lecture Series for Accounting Excellence
Friday, Feb. 21
McGregor Memorial Conference Center
Student Workshops: 10 a.m. to Noon
Lunch and Lecture: Noon
The keynote speaker is Nathan Garrett, a nationally renowned author and speaker and a trailblazer in the field of public accounting. Under the tutelage of Richard H. Austin, himself, Garrett would become the fifth African American CPA in the state of Michigan. He later moved back to his home state of North Carolina, where he earned a law degree and had a long and illustrious career as a CPA and community leader.
The program will begin with professional workshops for SBA students and alumni. However, the complimentary luncheon and keynote lecture is open to all. Please RSVP by Feb. 19 at https://specialevents.wayne.edu/austin2014 or by calling 313-577-0300.
Spotlight Detroit
Friday, Feb. 21
EDC Auditorium Room 1507 at the WSU College of Engineering
Exhibits: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Keynote Lecture: 2 p.m.
Cohosted by WSU's Blackstone LaunchPad and the SBA Student Senate, among others, Spotlight Detroit is a celebration of entrepreneurship and local ventures. The event will include exhibits by, and networking opportunities with, more than 30 of the area's hottest businesses. The keynote speaker will be CEO of Quality Systems Inc. and WSU alum Steve Plochocki.
For more information or to register for Spotlight Detroit, please visit http://www.eventbrite.com/e/spotlight-detroit-tickets-9111694323.
If you have specific questions or comments about any aspect of Alumni Week, please contact Steve Townsend at smtownsend@wayne.edu or 313-577-0202.
