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

In-person workshop: WoodWorks & MassTimber@MSU

Mass Timber in Design: An In-depth Look at Adelaide Pointe

December 11 @8:30 am - 2:30 pm EST

This workshop will focus on the implementation of mass timber within Adelaide Pointe, a multi-phased mixed-use development in Muskegon featuring two projects that utilize cross laminated timber (CLT) and glue laminated timber (glulam) as the primary structure.

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Job Opportunities!

Research Associate (Postdoctoral)

The Michigan State University School of Planning, Design and Construction (MSU SPDC) Construction Management program is hiring a post-doctoral research associate to focus on a variety of topics related to mass timber construction. The position reports to MassTimber@MSU Research Director George Berghorn, Asst. Professor of Construction Management.

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Assistant Professor

The MSU Department of Forestry is recruiting for a tenure-stream assistant professor position focused on sustainable bio products including, but not limited to lignin-based products, mass timber, biochar and climate change solutions. The position is part of a vibrant Forestry department with the opportunity to collaborate with a variety of labs and programs, including MassTimber@MSU.

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East Lansing Adopts First-In-State Mass Timber Incentive

Published on November 25, 2024
The East Lansing City Council has adopted changes to its zoning ordinance to create development incentives for mass timber construction, and to allow for mass timber production in certain areas of the city.
Welcome Calista Rockwell to the MassTimber@MSU Team!

Published on November 22, 2024
A 2024-25 MI Healthy Climate Corps member, Calista joins us as an Outreach Associate. She’ll focus on understanding how mass timber might support economic development, health, and well-being in under-invested and climate-affected communities in Michigan.
A Week of Collaboration for MassTimber@MSU at Climate Week NYC

Published on October 3, 2024
"Timber Tuesday” trio of events draws hundreds at Climate Week NYC.
MassTimber@MSU and Partners Host "Timber Tuesday at NYC Climate Week" 2024

Published on September 11, 2024
MassTimber@MSU is thrilled to participate in NYC Climate Week this month, as part of a trio of events on September 24, co-branded as "Timber Tuesday at NYC Climate Week." 
Apply by Sunday! MassTimber@MSU Seeks MI Healthy Climate Corps Outreach Specialist

Published on September 3, 2024
Want to work with MassTimber@MSU? MI Healthy Climate Corps member applications are open and we are hosting a full-time Outreach Specialist focused on developing and launching an outreach plan to engage underserved and climate-affected communities.