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January 12, 2010

Wayne State launches Web site of Detroit audio diaries

http://www.wwj.com/Wayne-State-Launches-Web-Site-Of-Detroit-Audio-Dia/6097684

Wayne State University’s Honors College is launching a new Web site on Thursday, Jan.14 during an event at the Walther P. Reuther Library. The site, LivingDetroit.wayne.edu, is an online encyclopedia that will feature audio diaries by Detroiters who describe their experiences of turning-point events in the city’s history. "The LivingDetroit project aims to enlist our community in a dynamic and ongoing storytelling initiative," said Jerry Herron, dean of the Irvin D. Reid Honors College. Further details on the launch event are also provided.

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