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Alumni Success Story: Danielle Cimek ‘08, BAS CIS Database Management

Danielle Cimek ‘08 has an 11-year history at Gordon Food Service. She started as an intern and, as a result of experience gained through working in various departments/roles, became a valuable team player in a company-wide initiative to move computer applications to an ERP system. With her degree in CIS Database Management and her passion for creating opportunities and connections for people, it’s no wonder GFS called on her expertise when creating the group to implement “The One” project.

What to do with a Business Lull

Do you work in a cyclical industry? Chances are, you answered yes. Today, few industries are fortunate to have a steady flow of work throughout each quarter of the year. Construction is prohibited by weather, retail is seasonal by nature and education is less busy in the summer (although, shoutout to the teachers who are up late lesson planning in warmer months).

Alumni Success Story: Nick Reva ‘08, BAS Network Security

Nick Reva ‘08 had a relentless drive that did not give him the traditional college experience, but it did land him in Santa Monica, California working for a major tech company. He’s living the life he’s dreamed of with no regrets, and he recognizes the stepping stones, influencers, and education were all part of his success.

Davenport University develops nationally recognized system to offer veterans maximum course credits for military experience

Davenport University, with the help of a Military Credit Equivalency Grant, has created new pathways for veterans to fast-track their second career and earn a degree. These new pathways enable veterans to leverage military experience for academic credit and earn a four-year degree in as little as 3 years.

Metro Health & Davenport University partnership gains momentum

Last year, the two organizations began a program to provide Davenport nursing students with the opportunity to gain clinical experience in Metro’s operating rooms. The program was recently expanded upon when Metro became one of the newest locations where Davenport students can complete their senior-year leadership clinical requirements.

New VA program offers Davenport students cutting-edge experience in primary care nursing

It’s all part of Davenport’s Registered Nurse Primary Care (RNPC) initiative delivered in partnership with the Veteran Affairs Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in Wyoming, Mich. Participants complete coursework while concurrently gaining clinical experience at the Veteran Affairs (VA) clinic, including a paid summer externship between their junior and senior years. Six students are currently enrolled, and the goal is to ramp that number up to 10 students per year.

Top things veterans should consider before choosing a college

Transitioning from service member to college student can be challenging, but figuring out where to get your degree shouldn’t be. Before choosing a college, be sure to consider everything that’s available for veterans at each one. A good place to start is to look for your state’s “military-friendly schools” — but don’t stop there. Here are some of the top things veterans should consider before choosing a college.

Davenport University partners with Emergent Holdings to offer employees Corporate Education Scholarships

Davenport University recently developed a partnership with Emergent Holdings to offer a Corporate Education Scholarship. The scholarship will make education affordable for Emergent Holdings employees through Davenport University.

The Top 3 Character Traits of a Strategic Leader

Of the buzz words we overuse in our work environment today, leadership may take the cake. We often hear the word sandwiched with other corporate buzz terms: servant leadership, laissez-faire leadership, transformational leadership and many more. It’s akin to saying a word on repeat until that word loses meaning. Leadership, though, is a prized skill for good reason. As our work hustles to keep up with the pace of technology, leadership is the captain – the human element – that steers us in the right direction.

A cybersecurity degree: Opening a network of opportunities

According to Cyberseek.org, there are currently more than 310,000 job openings in cybersecurity in the U.S. With 715,000 people employed in cybersecurity today, that means we’ll need to increase the current workforce by nearly 50% to meet the needs of today’s market demand. Not to mention future needs as the field continues to grow. In the state of Michigan alone, there are roughly 7,000 jobs currently open in cybersecurity. The job opportunities are out there and the need for this type of talent isn’t going away anytime soon.

EuroBiz 2019: Students experience business operations and culture abroad

Last June, 27 students took part in Davenport University’s EuroBiz study abroad experience.

Two Davenport University Leaders Named ‘Notable Women in Education Leadership’

Dr. Karen Daley, dean of the College of Health Professions and Lisa Howze, vice president of Davenport University’s Detroit campus and strategic partnerships, have been named to the 2019 Crain’s Detroit Business Notable Women in Education Leadership list.

Bringing Innovative Strategies to Rural Communities

Davenport’s 2019 Young Alumni Award recipient Valarie Handy ’08 considers herself a translator for rural communities. Handy works as an Innovation Center Analyst for the Federal Government through the US Department of Agriculture, Rural Development (USDA-RD).

Davenport University Earns $4M in Scholarship Funds for Cybersecurity Students

Davenport University has received a five-year, $4M grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to train and educate the nation’s next generation of cybersecurity experts as part of their CyberCorps® Scholarship for Service program.

Davenport University Receives Insight Into Diversity 2019 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (Heed) Award

Davenport University received the 2019 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.

Research out of Davenport University results in deeper understanding of antibiotic resistance

Davenport University faculty Laura Harris and pre-nursing student Blue Goad co-authored an international, peer-reviewed paper in December 2018. This summer, Goad and Harris presented their findings at the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) Microbes conference in San Francisco.

Improving the lives of children and families across Southeast Michigan

Described as a transformational leader, Kylee Mitchell Wells ‘03, was hired at Ballmer Group in December 2017 as Executive Director – Southeast Michigan. She leads philanthropic efforts in the area, developing and managing a multi-million dollar budget for Southeast Michigan grants and initiatives.

Panther Prowl: Welcoming new students to Davenport University

The tradition continues to create an inclusive environment for incoming students while also developing student leaders, who run the event and work to positively impact our campus. These student leaders strive to create an event that helps incoming students become comfortable and make new friends at Davenport, from the moment they step on campus.

Detroit Public Schools Community District and Davenport University team up on new urban education program to improve student performance

Davenport University announced today that it has teamed up with Detroit Public Schools Community District to offer its staff and faculty a scholarship to pursue certification and master’s degree programs in urban education.

Meet our 2019 Alumni Award Recipients

We are pleased to present our 2019 Alumni Award recipients.

Passionate about education and community health, DU alum supports Beaumont Hospital in achieving Magnet Recognition

Legette was on both sides of the nursing spectrum during the application process for the Magnet designation at Beaumont, where she had a part in training nurses on the components of the Magnet Recognition Program.

Davenport University’s Employment Guarantee Featured in Forbes

Davenport University’s employment guarantee recently gained exposure in a Forbes article that explored whether or not tuition, graduation and employment guarantees actually provide value.

Alumni Mentor Network: Making successful connections today for a student’s career path tomorrow

2019 marked the second year of Davenport’s Alumni Mentor Network program. This year, the program connected 20 pairs of students and alums for one common goal.

Davenport University, Mercantile Bank of Michigan Partner to Offer Education Scholarship

Davenport University recently announced that it has developed a partnership with Mercantile Bank to offer an educational scholarship to their employees and dependents.

Alumni Success Story: Leandra Nisbet '08, '12

Making meaningful connections with people is one of Leandra Nisbet’s ‘08, ‘12 special talents. This driving theme is what has found its way into her life as she collaborates with her team members and clients, serves on councils and instructs courses for Davenport University’s Institute for Professional Excellence.

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