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Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute

MPSI Advisory Boards

Members of MSPI’s volunteer advisory boards are active and prominent in the community at large, and many have a long and distinguished history of affiliation with MPSI.

MPSI-WSU Internal Advisory Board

An Internal Advisory Board of Wayne State University (WSU) academic administrators serves as a bridge between the WSU academic personnel and MPSI staff and faculty. Board members provide advice and academic resources. MPSI keeps the Board informed of its program activities.

Board Members:
  • Dr. Hilary Ratner - Chair and Vice-president for Research
  • Dr. Douglas Whitman - Chair, Psychology
  • Dr. Alex Johnson - Chair, Communication Sciences and Disorders
  • Dr. Phyllis Vroom - Dean, School of Social Work
  • Dr. Paula Woods - Dean, School of Education
  • Dr. Bonita Stanton - Chair, Department of Pediatrics

MPSI Board of Visitors 2006-2007

The Board of Visitors has been formed to promote, encourage and support research, education, and related activities and services regarding human development, especially of children in urban and large metropolitan areas. MPSI has been fortunate to have had a long history of a strong and effective Board of Visitors made up of prominent community representatives. These members share a sincere interest in improving the lives of children and families. The director of MPSI draws upon their council in an advisory capacity. In addition to volunteering their time and counsel, members of the Board also support the programs through the donation, solicitation, and dissemination of program activity. Ms. Ann Nicholson serves as Board Chair.

MPSI Heritage Circle 2006-2007

The Heritage Circle was formed to recognize the multi-generation involvement in MPSI's history. This group is made up of emeritus Board members, community leaders and special friends of MPSI. The Heritage Circle supports the efforts of both the MPSI staff and Board of Visitors.

Standard U.S. mail may be sent to faculty at the following address:
Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute
Wayne State University
71 East Ferry
Detroit, MI 48202