Born: June 18, 1953 in Lake Village, AR
Marital Status: Married
Spouse/Partner: Mary
Children: One child
Education: PhD, University of Nebraska; masters, University of Arkansas; bachelor's, Louisiana State University
Employment/Military Record: Professor, Wayne State University, (1994-present); associate professor, Wayne State University (1989-1994); assistant professor, University of South Carolina, (1984-1989)
Community Activities: Habitat for Humanity, Grosse Pointe Democratic Club, Church-related activities
Religion: Episcopalian