Year: 2025
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February 2025 Message from the Dean
Dear Colleagues, I appreciate that issues related to the presidential transition are on all of our minds. I met with student leaders to gain their perspectives and discussed transition issues in recent faculty and staff meetings. President Ono’s messages have noted that the campus is monitoring and reviewing federal actions and working to understand their…
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Thomn Bell Receives 13th Annual Distinguished Diversity Leaders Award
On Jan. 28, Thomn Bell, director of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Michigan Ross, was honored as a recipient of the 13th Annual Distinguished Diversity Leaders Award. The award was established in 2008 by the Office of the Provost and University Human Resources to recognize and celebrate staff members’ dedication and commitment…
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The Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurship Turns 25: Inspiring Entrepreneurship at U-M and Beyond
For 25 years, the Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurship has helped more than 5,000 students and alums through its co-curricular programming in entrepreneurship and venture capital. ZLI’s mission is to build a better world by inspiring students and alums to embrace an entrepreneurial mindset while providing them with the resources they need. Entrepreneurship opportunities for…
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January 2025 Ross Star Recipients
Acknowledging the everyday excellence and hard work of our colleagues is very important. You can nominate a colleague for a Ross Star at any time. A certificate will be sent to their inbox with a message from you acknowledging how they have shined and made a difference. Congratulations to our latest Ross Star recipients! Eric…
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Recent Staff Hires and Service Milestones
Over the last month, Michigan Ross has welcomed two new hires. You may see these new faces around the school, so be sure to give them a warm welcome. Rawan Al-Wakeal, associate director, master in business analytics coach and employer relations manager, Career Development Office Todd Avery, program manager, Sanger Leadership Center In addition, we…
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Q&A: How Faculty and Staff Use AI Technology
With the emergence and accessibility of artificial intelligence applications, AI is quickly becoming an integral part of higher education at Michigan Ross and around the world. University of Michigan’s Information and Technology Services has developed AI tools for faculty, staff, and students. Also, this month, the university announced a new Go Blue AI app with…
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January 2025 Message from the Dean
Dear Colleagues, I hope your semester is moving forward smoothly. I appreciate that the wildfires in southern California and the changes associated with the U.S. Presidential transition have been top of mind for many over the past few weeks. With regard to LA, our hearts go out to those impacted by the fires, especially given…
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Connections to Contributions: The Office of Advancement Engages Alumni and Donors to Support Michigan Ross
Located on the fourth floor of the Kresge Building, the Office of Advancement is the Michigan Ross center for engaging alumni and developing philanthropic relationships. The Office’s primary focus is building relationships with alumni and donors to support the mission of Michigan Ross. “We engage our alums and donors through personal relationships, myriad activities, volunteer…
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Michigan Ross Chef Wins IACC U.S. Copper Skillet Competition
Congratulations to Michigan Ross Chef de Cuisine Erik Kauserud, who competed and won against seven other national chefs at the 2024 International Association of Conference Centers U.S. Copper Skillet Competition. The Copper Skillet competition highlights the artistry and skills of the participants. On April 1, Chef Kauserud will return to compete in the global competition…
