Bierschbach replaces Kimberly Espy who resigned in September. He becomes the university's third president in less than three years. Wayne State University's new president, Richard Bierschbach, said ...

Richard Wayne Smith went to heaven on April 17, 2025. A graveside service will be held at Glen Oaks Memorial Park on Saturday May 3, 2025, at 1:30pm. Richard was born on June 5, 1945. He is survived ...

Bierschbach is said to be the university's longest serving dean. He has been dean of the law school for eight years. He is expected to return to that position after serving as interim president.

Wayne State University's Board of Governors on Tuesday elevated interim President Richard Bierschbach to the permanent role, a development that one expert said is a trend among some universities. The ...