Southeast Michigan
Michigan State University has built and maintains effective, strategic partnerships with county, local governments, and entities in Southeast Michigan. Government Relations serves as the convener and a connector, working across the university to leverage MSU's talent, research, technology, facilities and services.
Our Southeast Michigan office serves as the university’s primary liaison relative to government issues and activities fostering intentional and reciprocal interactions in which both the university and the communities are equal partners, sharing in the rewards and challenges of the partnership.
Charles A. Rivers
Director for Community Relations–Southeast Michigan
riversc1@msu.edu
Assistant: Terri Davis (313) 578-9700
Chuck Rivers is primarily responsible for interactions with local political, philanthropic, and community leaders and for elevating MSU’s presence in Metro Detroit (Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties). More
MSU in Southeast Michigan
MSU Detroit Center
Located in the heart of midtown Detroit, the MSU Detroit Center is a hub for an array of community programs, activities, and special events that facilitate outreach and engagement in southeastern Michigan. Learn More
Southeast Michigan Impact
For decades, Michigan State University has been working with partners in Southeast Michigan and Detroit to support economic development, advance the arts, transform schools, improve health, and sustain the environment. Learn More
Resources
Government Relations has compiled a number of resources to inform visitors. The resources are divided into four sections. Please select a tab to find resources related to a designated topic. If you are unable to find the answers to your questions, please call our office. Learn More