Support the School of Medicine

The School of Medicine Office of Development serves as a bridge between the community and the School of Medicine, forging meaningful relationships and upholding the School's mission. Philanthropic support from individuals, foundations and corporations is vital for the School of Medicine's continued success. Through the partnership of our generous donors, the School of Medicine provides a high-quality medical education and sustains a robust research enterprise.

Donors empower. Whether through a life-changing scholarships, resources enabling leading-edge discoveries in health care, or funding opportunities for clinical excellence, every gift to the School of Medicine has a profound impact.

We are excited to share these philanthropic opportunities with you. Our talented team of development officers enjoy engaging in meaningful conversations about ways you may contribute to the School of Medicine. They are able to present strategies for giving that maximize your generosity while preserving the intent of your gift and your personal financial plans.

If you wish to make an immediate gift, please click below to make an online gift, or contact our office at 313-577-1495 to speak with someone about your interest in supporting the Wayne State School of Medicine.

We look forward to speaking with you!

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Welcome to the Office of Development

The Wayne State University School of Medicine Office of Development and Alumni Affairs supports the advancement of the School of Medicine by establishing and cultivating mutually beneficial, lifelong relationships between alumni, friends, students and the School of Medicine. The Office of Development and Alumni Affairs and the Medical Alumni Association work collaboratively to develop services, benefits, programs and communications designed to foster awareness, generate pride, encourage involvement and increase engagement and financial support.

Lauren Christilaw
Senior Leadership Annual Giving Officer
(313) 577-5854
lchristilaw@wayne.edu

Kelley Denk
Senior Major Gift Officer
(313) 577-0355
kdenk@med.wayne.edu

Michael Errickson
Leadership Annual Giving Officer
(216) 406-8929
merrickson@wayne.edu

Julie Lamb
Development Operations Coordinator
(313) 577-9374
jlamb@med.wayne.edu

Susan Miller
Director of Research Philanthropy
(313) 577-0078
smiller@med.wayne.edu

Lori Robitaille
Senior Director of Major Gifts (313) 993-4070
lrobitai@med.wayne.edu

David Sichterman
Major Gift Officer
(313) 577-3030
d.sichterman@med.wayne.edu

Tim Strzalkowski
Senior Major Gift Associate
(313) 577-6362
tstrzalk@med.wayne.edu