The Eugene Applebaum Chair in Community Engagement was created through the generosity of alumnus Eugene Applebaum, founding chair of the Wayne State University Foundation. The chair is a catalyst for cooperation between the university and community organizations on issues in business and economic development, education, health, international outreach and other areas. The holder of the chair pursues and directs interdisciplinary research in areas of interest to the community as a whole. Through the chair and FOCIS the university partners with organizations working to develop future leadership for the nation’s cities.

The AAUP-AFT Local 6075 is jointly affiliated with the American Association of University Professors and the American Federation of Teachers. The AAUP-AFT Local 6075 protects and furthers the interests of Wayne State University faculty and academic staff by negotiating improvements in wages, benefits and working conditions; protecting members from arbitrary and discriminatory actions; ensuring leaves, sabbaticals, and  professional development; engaging in legislative and political action to ensure Wayne State is adequately funded; and seeking to enhance and preserve the quality of the University, while finding local solutions to community challenges.

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