Mass Timber

About MassTimber@MSU

MassTimber@MSU is a leading program at Michigan State University dedicated to advancing the use of mass timber in construction. The program focuses on research, education, and outreach to promote sustainable building practices in Michigan, the Great Lakes region and beyond.

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Highlights

Michigan Mass Timber Community of Practice - Next Meeting on September 12!

This quarterly, virtual gathering will enable those who are engaged in mass timber projects and initiatives across Michigan to access technical assistance and peer learning in a supportive and confidential environment.

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News

Mass Timber at the 2025 CEDAM Community Champions Summit

Published on August 15, 2025
Director Sandra Lupien attended the 2025 Community Champions Summit, moderating a mass timber panel presentation.
SBN Detroit Interviews MassTimber@MSU Director

Published on August 5, 2025
SBN Detroit interviewed Sandra Lupien to discuss how MassTimber@MSU is working to advance sustainability across Michigan.
Michigan State University Introduces New Mass Timber Construction Management Course – One of the First in the U.S.

Published on July 29, 2025
MSU’s new mass timber course, one of the first taught from a construction management perspective, prepares students to lead sustainable building projects in a fast-growing industry.
Marine Trades Institute Begins Construction on New NLT Project

Published on July 16, 2025
Construction is underway on a new state-of-the-art mass timber building at the Marine Trades Institute (formerly the Great Lakes Boat Building School).
Sandra Lupien Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award for 2025-26

Published on July 1, 2025
Forestry faculty member has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award to conduct a professional product focused on mass timber policy.