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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.

IT Tech Bar

An IT Tech Bar was recently set up in the IT department inside the IPF Building to provide in-person technical assistance for IPF workers and other users.

Kelly Feister and Danielle Hook represent IPF at Australian Promapp conference

Representing IPF on a global level – a half a world away – turned out to be a professional development opportunity that will benefit IPF for years to come.

Building beautification

Crews from IPF’s Landscape Services and Maintenance Services teamed up to beautify the outside of MSU’s Psychology Building. Using a high-pressure power washer and environmentally friendly products designed to remove stains and add a protective layer over the limestone, the difference was like night and day, said Mark Lutkenhoff, structural maintenance manager.

MSU welcomes Sherri Jett as new leader for Power and Water

Sherri Jett has always heard that working for MSU is like working in a family – a place where people pull their own weight, contribute innovative ideas and come together at the end of the day to find the best outcome.

Get to know IPF's Barb Wilber

Sometimes life doesn’t always work out in the ways we might expect. In Barb Wilber’s case, it changed when she began college at MSU.

Construction leads to research opportunities

Cow remains, likely more than 100 years old, were recently unearthed during construction on the Wilson Road extension project.

Get to know IPF's Kaileigh Hermann

Kaileigh Hermann, Strategic Initiative’s (SI) Communications intern, has worked with IPF for the past 10 months.