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Welcome to “Victors in Grad School,” a podcast where we engage in enlightening conversations with students, alumni, and experts to uncover what it takes to excel in graduate school. Hosted by Dr. Christopher Lewis, the podcast is a valuable resource for anyone contemplating, currently enrolled in, or nearing the completion of their graduate studies. In
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
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
The decision to pursue graduate education is a significant milestone for many individuals. It marks a new chapter of learning, growth, and personal development. In a recent podcast episode of “Victors in Grad School,” hosted by Dr. Christopher Lewis, Raymond Pirouz, an instructor at Michigan State University, shared his experiences and insights on his graduate
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 school is a significant undertaking that requires dedication, commitment, and a clear focus on personal and professional goals. This week on the Victors in Grad School Podcast we have a compelling conversation with Ron Williams, a successful business professional who holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Michigan – Flint.
In this episode of Victors in Grad School podcast, we discuss the importance of strategic preparation for graduate school with guest Helen Budd, the Program Manager for the Student Veterans Resource Center at the University of Michigan, Flint. Helen shares her own educational journey, highlighting her transition from a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) to
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Kellen Riker, Senior Accountant at Yeo & Yeo CPAs & Business Consultants. Kellen Riker was just named as one of the Flint and Genesee 40 under 40 and today we talked about his own educational journey going from his Bachelors to Masters
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Jenn Swank, Human Resources Manager with Sorensen Gross. We talk to Jenn Swank about her own educational journey in receiving both her Bachelors and Masters from the University of Michigan-Flint. Jenn shares some great tips on what she learned over the years
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Dr. Yener Kandogan, Interim Dean of the School of Management for the University of Michigan-Flint. We talk to Dr. Kandogan about his own graduate school experiences and moving to two different countries for two different degrees throughout his own graduate school journey