At the close of our presentations during our first challenge at Matrix Human Services back in October, I knew that this wasn't the last I would see of Matrix. Hopefully...
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Things Continue to Stir at the U-Haul Nabisco Building 12-24-12
'Twas the week before Christmas and all through the U-Haul Nabisco building, things continued to stir... Pushing to complete We are pushing to complete the showroom. The...
Early Christmas for U-Haul Nabisco Building 12-17-12
Last week, Christmas came early for the U-Haul Nabisco building....Two exciting things happened: one heralding its future and one providing insight into its past. Signs are up!...
Meet Joseph Tangari: Department of Urban Studies at Wayne State
Everyone's excited about the revitalization efforts taking place in New Center. Recently, we had the chance to sit down with Joseph Tangari, our new research assistant in...
TechTown Helps Revitalize Detroit
In 2000, with the goal of boosting new business growth, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation created the Michigan SmartZone network. This network is comprised of 15...
Detroit Responds to Hurricane Sandy
Photo courtesy of Detroit Dog Rescue. In the midst of their own community revitalization, the people of Detroit have strength to spare to help the victims of Hurricane Sandy. One...
I believe in Detroit – Are you a believer?
“I believe in Detroit” is not just a warm fuzzy phrase that makes you feel good to say, it’s a community-driven volunteer effort to revitalize this great city. The idea for...
U-Haul Executive Stuart Shoen on Destination 313
Destination 313 Talk Show with Paul W. Smith, Stuart Shoen and Stephen Luigi Piazza Our Executive Vice President, Stuart Shoen, joins the Destination 313 talk show on...
The Future of Detroit
One possible version of the future of Detroit. (Photo courtesy of Popular Mechanics.) The motto of Detroit is “We Hope For Better Things; It Shall Rise From the Ashes." Though...
Midtown CompStat – Midtown Detroit Safety Committee
Wayne State Police Department is working with the Center for Urban Studies, Midtown businesses , Detroit Police and Wayne Sheriff's office to reduce crime. In order to...
Green Detroit: Doing Your Part for the Environment
How's your carbon footprint? Are you green? No, I'm not asking about some weird new medical condition. I'm curious if you are doing your part to help the environment. Well, the...
Sustainable Floor, Awesome Doors, New Sign – 10/01/12
Before I get into this week's update...We've written a lot on our site about U-Haul Company's history and commitment to the adaptive reuse of buildings. We're also all about...