STATE UNIVERSITIES
EMU reclassified as doctorate-granting university
The Carnegie Foundation has reclassified Eastern Michigan University as a Doctoral University with Limited Research Activities (R3) in the 2015 Carnegie Classification of Institutes of Higher Education rankings system. They were previously recognized as a large master’s university. Doctoral universities award at least 20 research/scholarship degrees each year. EMU credits the Ph.D. program in Educational Leadership from the College of Education as contributing to the growth in doctoral degrees awarded.
CMU to offer new Master of Public Health degree
Beginning fall 2016, Central Michigan University will offer a Master of Public Health degree as part of the Herbert H. & Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions. The degree will offer advanced levels of prevention programming, as well as research activities for the improvement of population health and the skills to address emerging health issues such as obesity, drug and alcohol abuse, and pollution.
SVSU approves $12M renovation of Zahnow Library
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved a $12 million renovation project on the school’s Zahnow Library. The project will provide more flexible study spaces, more support services, and modern amenities. Funding for the project includes a $1.5 million gift from the Harvey Randall Wickes Foundation in Saginaw, as well as other private donations and existing construction funding.
PEER INSTITUTIONS
Northwestern to open space in San Francisco
Northwestern University plans to open a new educational space in San Francisco in spring 2016. The space will serve as an extension of the Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications and the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science. Featuring collaborative classrooms, a design studio, and a presentation area to engage with alumni and partners in the Bay Area, the space will be used for quarter-long residencies, short immersion experiences, and events for alumni and other collaborators.
UNL unveils new visual communications program
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications is revealing a new visual communications program beginning fall 2016. The curriculum will replace a traditional model with an emporium-style model that allows students to leverage technology to solve real-world problems and become powerful storytellers. The program replaces lectures with an interactive digital and social media hub.
