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 Catalyst Program

The Michigan Mass Timber Catalyst Program provides funding and technical assistance to support the successful use and implementation of mass timber by early adopters in Michigan.

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Tall Timber: The Future of Cities in Wood

MassTimber@MSU and Michigan Department of Natural Resources, with sponsorship support from Bedrock, Rossetti, Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights, The Christman Company / Christman Constructors, Inc., and Metro Signs & Lighting, are hosting the traveling exhibit TALL TIMBER: The Future of Cities in Wood.

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News

Mass Timber Applications in Bridges

Published on September 12, 2025
During this Michigan Mass Timber Community of Practice meeting, we have a presentation and conversation on mass timber applications in bridges featuring expert Dan Tingley, Executive Director and Senior Design Engineer for Wood Research & Development Ltd.
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).