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Wayne State University Hosting Boxing Showdown

Author Tune-Up Man
Taking place July 24-August 1 and August 3-8.

Some of boxings rising stars will be heading to Wayne State University for a professional boxing event! It’s great to see a big event like this coming to Wayne State in Detroit.

This  card features great matchups from the headlining main event down to the undercard, which will go down on Tuesday (February 20) at 7 p.m.

Wayne State University Hosting Boxing Showdown

The biggest fight of the night will be between Flint’s Ardreal Holmes Jr. and Detroit’s Marlon Harrington. Holmes Jr. will be looking to defend his USBA Super Welterweight Championship in the fight. The event, which will take place at Wayne State Fieldhouse, will even be live-streamed on DAZN at 8pm! That’s huge for the boxing community and for us right here in Detroit, too!

Holmes Jr. served as an alternate at the 2016 U.S. Olympics. He fought at Little Caesars Arena in June, beating Wendy Toussaint by a technical decision.

Toussaint suffered a cut on his forehead that led to the fight being stopped in the 8th round. Holmes Jr. is hoping to have a better performance and is out to make a name for himself.

“I’m thankful and very excited to be having my first title defense in my home state,” said Holmes, per Click On Detroit. “The fans are going to be the winner on Feb. 20 because this fight, and the whole card, are going to be action-packed. I’m going to show all the fans in Detroit and watching on DAZN who the best guy at 154 pounds is. This performance is going to put the whole division on notice.”

He will be going up against Harrington in the fight. Harrington is entering the fight fresh off a pair of stoppage victories following a decision loss to Marquis Taylor back in 2022.

According to Click On Detroit, he stopped Ramses Agaton in the third round last September. Harrington does not overlook his opponent but aims to put on a great performance for the hometown crowd.

“I’m not underestimating this guy,” Harrington told Click On Detroit. “I know the opposition I’m up against, so we just got to turn it up a notch. I’m looking to put on a show as usual. It’s not my first time in front of the hometown crowd, and I just want to give the fans what they want to see.”

Michigan: Here Are the 10 Best Colleges in the State

Each year, U.S. News & World Report comes out with its rankings for the best colleges in the United States. Michigan, of course, is known for having great colleges and universities, so it’s no surprise that the Mitten is a often a favorite on the list.

Now, U.S. News & World Report has released its 2022-2023 Best Colleges rankings, and a whopping 46 colleges and universities in Michigan were ranked among the best. So which schools were on top?

U.S. News has been publishing this guide of the best colleges across the U.S. for almost 40 years. According to a release, methodology has evolved over the years to reflect changes in higher education, says Kim Castro, editor and chief content officer at U.S. News. U.S. News prides itself on offering a ranking for millions of parents with “useful data and information to help with one of life’s biggest decisions,” Castro said.

In this year’s study, U.S. News ranked a massive 1,500 colleges and universities in 17 academic measures. When going about ranking, U.S. News first put each school into a category based on its mission and, sometimes, its geographic location. There are also different lists for different kinds of universities. National universities are research-heavy and have several doctoral programs, while liberal arts colleges are ranked separately.

Regarding Michigan’s schools, U.S. News states, “Top colleges and universities are located throughout Michigan and in cities such as Detroit, Grand Rapids, Flint, Kalamazoo and Ann Arbor. Lansing, the state capital, is home to one of the largest colleges in the U.S., Michigan State University, which enrolls more than 37,000 undergraduate students annually. Higher education options in Michigan include large research universities, private midsize colleges and several small, notable liberal arts colleges.” Read on for 10 Michigan colleges and universities that made the cut. I’m happy to see my alma matter, Michigan State University, on the tally.

  • 10 Best Colleges In Michigan

    This list is via US News & World Report.

  • 10. Hillsdale College (unranked)

    Developing Minds. Improving Hearts. Hillsdale College

    Hillsdale College is a selective, top-ranked college in Michigan, known for the classical liberal arts and for its independence from government funding.

  • 9. Andrews University (#299)

    How Does Andrews University Rank Among America's Best Colleges?

    Find everything you need to know about Andrews University, including tuition & financial aid, student life, application info, academics & more.

  • 8. Western Michigan University (#285)

    Western Michigan University

    Pursue your purpose

  • 7. Grand Valley State University (#263)

    Grand Valley State University

    At Grand Valley State University, we empower learners in their pursuits, professions, and purpose. The university enriches society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, advancement of equity, and public service.

  • 6. Wayne State University (#250)

    Wayne State University

    A premier research university serving a diverse body of motivated students in vibrant Midtown, the cultural center of Detroit.

  • 5. Central Michigan University (#250)

    CMU Chippewas | Mount Pleasant, MI

    CMU is a public research university in Michigan that offers degree programs in Mount Pleasant, online and locations across North America. Est. 1892.

  • 4. University of Detroit Mercy (#202)

    University of Detroit Mercy | Detroit, Michigan | University of Detroit Mercy

    Earn your degree at a school that offers true value and hands-on learning opportunities. Prepare to excel in a rewarding career. Apply today!

  • 3. Michigan Technical University (#151)

    Michigan Technological University

    Michigan Technological University is a flagship public research university founded in 1885. Our campus in Michigan's Upper Peninsula overlooks the Keweenaw Waterway and is just a few miles from Lake Superior. Learn more about our degree programs.

  • 2. Michigan State University (#77)

    Spartan excellence and our will to make a difference are making a better tomorrow for all.

    Spartan excellence and our will to make a difference are making a better tomorrow for all.

  • University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (#25)

    University of Michigan

    University of Michigan is one of the top universities of the world, a diverse public institution of higher learning, fostering excellence in research. U-M provides outstanding undergraduate, graduate and professional education, serving the local, regional, national and international communities.

Tune-Up In The Afternoon! He's been with Beasley media for the last 5 years. I like writing about sports National and Local. When it comes to content. Tune-Up writes articles on Detroit sports teams. And national celebrities, as well as local restaurants, including hidden gem Detroit restaurants.
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