Embarking on the path to a graduate degree is a transformative journey, full of decisions, challenges, and opportunities for growth. In a recent episode of the “Victors in Grad School” podcast, host Dr. Christopher Lewis sits down with Milanna Jones, a city council member for the City of Pontiac and a recent MBA graduate from
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From Janitor to Auditor: Ryan Thomas’s Path through Education and Career
In the latest episode of Victors in Grad School, Dr. Christopher Lewis sits down with Ryan Thomas, an accomplished auditor with the National Guard and dual degree holder from the University of Michigan, Flint. Ryan’s journey is a testament to the power of networking, mentorship, and balancing academics with career responsibilities. This blog post delves
From Manufacturing to MBA: Jerome Kirkland’s Educational Journey
Graduate school is an ambitious trek that requires not only academic prowess but also exceptional determination and patience. Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jerome Kirkland, a site manager at BASF and a graduate of the University of Michigan Flint, who shared his invaluable experiences and insights about his journey through graduate school.
Masters of Business Administration: A Journey of Lifelong Learning and Success
Embarking on a journey through graduate school can be both challenging and rewarding. In a recent podcast episode of Victors in Grad School, Jennifer Phillips, a graduate of the University of Michigan Flint’s MBA program, shared her personal journey and the lessons she learned along the way. Her experiences offer valuable insights for current and
From Undergrad to Success: Jeff Sharkey’s Graduate School Journey
The Importance of Continuous Learning In this week’s Victors in Grad School we welcome Jeff Sharkey, Vice President for Tru Treasury, as he shares his insights into the journey of success through graduate school. A key takeaway from his experience is the importance of continuous learning. His decision to pursue a graduate degree was driven
Graduating Student Spotlight – Karly Saez
Karly Saez is graduating from the MBA in Healthcare Administration this term! We took a few minutes to get to know her more. What has been your favorite class? Finance What did you study as an undergrad? Dietetics What has been your favorite assignment so far? Group based scenario negotiations What do you prefer studying
From MBA Program to Franchise Owner: Jennifer Keahl’s Inspiring Story
Dr. Christopher Lewis, the host of Victors in Grad School, engaged in an enlightening conversation with Jennifer Keahl, a franchise owner and area developer for StretchLab. Through their discussion, Keahl generously shared her journey, from pursuing a graduate degree to leveraging her education in her professional ventures. The insights provided in their conversation shed light
Navigating the Shift: Going from Engineering to Business in Graduate School
Embarking on the journey of graduate school is a significant milestone filled with challenges and opportunities for growth. In this week’s Victors in Grad School podcast we talk with Michael Weber, a retired General Motors global systems engineer, shared his insights and experiences about his transition from the workforce to graduate school. In this blog
Graduate Student Spotlight: Ekbal Alnajar
Ready for the New Year? Before we leap into 2024, it’s time for one last highlight of 2023! Today’s Graduate Student Spotlight is for Ekbal Alnajar, a dual degree graduate student studying for his Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Dynamics *and* his Master of Business Administration! Ekbal is continuing his studies into business
Graduate Student Spotlight: Alivia Combs
Welcome back to our regular Graduate Student Spotlight! Today’s graduate student is Alivia Combs, a Master of Business Administration student! Alivia is working hard as a graduate student, and enjoys her studies, taking a keen interest in her entrepreneurship classes. In her undergraduate degree, she studied music- now she focuses on marketing within her graduate