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Women in Skilled Trades
Carol Cool and Tori Menold are the founders of WIST. Their goal was to use their industry knowledge to help women succeed in a hands-on field. The program started in fall 2016 as an apprenticeship readiness program.
Get to know IPF: David Robinson
On Sept. 1, IPF’s David Robinson was promoted to learning and development specialist, which provides him the opportunity to collaborate with employees at all levels across the organization.
Coongratulations to Diane Schimizzi for being the Summer Employee of the Quarter
Diane Schimizzi has been working in the same department for 35 years, including two years as an engineering aide while she was getting her mechanical engineering degree from MSU. Once she got her degree in 1985, she was the first woman engineer that had been hired by the university.
Demonstration Hall renovations foster inclusion
Demonstration Hall construction has wrapped up, creating a new multi-use court floor to promote MSU’s goals of inclusivity, recreation sports and fitness as a part of the Healthy Campus Initiative.
Spartan Stadium welcomes new art
The newest piece of artwork, “Rivers Run Through Us,” has been installed in front of Spartan Stadium after one year of work from design to installation.
100 years ago...
A hundred years ago this last summer, the Imperial German Army was throwing everything it had into a last-ditch effort to break through the British, French and American lines to move on Paris.
Beaumont Nursery transforms to classroom
IPF and academics came together, and MSU's Beaumont Nursery became the classroom.
100 years ago...
A hundred years ago this last summer, the Imperial German Army was throwing everything it had into a last-ditch effort to break through the British, French and American lines to move on Paris.
Get to know IPF's Stephanie Redfern
Becoming a T-shaped individual professionally is something IPF encourages its employees to focus on. Stephanie Redfern, operations coordinator, has taken many steps forward in professional development since joining IPF.
Nick Smith presents at Michigan Department of Talent and Economic Development event
IPF plumber Nick Smith recently participated in a community roundtable discussion alongside parents, school leaders, employers and state officials on how to fill Michigan’s talent gap through apprenticeships.