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Happy Thanksgiving to all,
Our November edition showcases our August 2023 graduates, USF supply chain students who were ambassadors to the 2023 CSCMP EDGE conference in October, and the latest updates on upcoming events. Other highlights include our recent Fall “Meet The Employer” event and faculty research updates.
We have over 100 undergrads studying to be supply chain professionals (up from 65 students one year ago) and are planning our next “Meet The Employer” event for Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024. This is a great opportunity to meet students seeking internships and job placement upon graduation (invitation forthcoming).
The statewide “2024 Florida Supply Chain Summit” will be held in Miami on the beautiful Biscayne Bay from April 29 to May 1. It will be an awesome opportunity for business-to-business collaboration, talent and technology exposure, and trade.
Make It, Move It, Trade It: Leveraging Florida’s Integrated Supply Chain
www.floridasupplychainsummit.com
All the best for a safe and wonderful holiday.
Best regards,
Elaine
Elaine Singleton
Executive Director
Monica Wooden Center for Supply Chain Management and Sustainability
Muma College of Business
University of South Florida
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Table of Contents
1. From the Executive Director's Desk
2. Important Dates
3. Supply Chain August Graduates - Master's
4. Supply Chain August Graduates - Bachelor's
5. Meet the Employer Event
6. CSCMP Edge Conference
7. CSCMP USF Student Tour
8. The Ozkul Report
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• Nov. 29 — CSCMP banquet
• Nov. 30 — Coffee meeting
• Dec. 7 — Fall semester ends
• Jan. 12 — Spring semester begins
• January — Welcome social
• Feb. 22 — Meet the Employer event
• March — Meeting with business partner
• April — Student banquet
• April 29 - May 1 — Florida Supply Chain Summit, Miami
• May — Monica Wooden Center fundraising event
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Supply Chain August Graduates - Master's | |
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Congratulations to the August 2023 graduates of the supply chain master’s program. As you embark on your future endeavors, best wishes for your continued success. We're proud of your achievements, and are confident in your ability to excel in your chosen paths.
The 12 graduates are Abdullah M. Aljawini, Camarie Bentley, Ella B. Birungi, Satiya Sireesha Boyina, Donat M. Brown, Hernan Bueno, Alejandro Espinosa, June Fing, Kyle Gardner, Sanika M. Phadate, Kevin D. Reeves, and Sai Sindhu Veerapaneni.
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Supply Chain August Graduates - Bachelor's | |
Congratulations to the August 2023 graduates of the supply chain bachelor’s program. As you step into the next chapter of your lives, we extend our heartfelt wishes for a bright and successful future. It is fantastic to hear that our graduates have also secured positions in their respective fields. We wish them continued success in their careers. | |
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Sam Ballinger
Intertape Polymer Group
Supply Planner
Tampa, Florida
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Christina Styblo
Jabil
Business Project Management
Tampa, Florida
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Nicholas Sawchuk
Intertape Polymer Group
Supply Chain Management intern
Sarasota, Florida
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Thank you to all our employers and supply chain students who attended our Fall 2023 Meet the Employer event.
The event for supply chain students was a resounding success, with a strong turnout of 14 employers and 40 students. There was vibrant energy, engaging discussions about company backgrounds, insightful student experiences, and meaningful networking opportunities. The collective ambition and talent of the supply chain students and employers were shining throughout, demonstrating their readiness to create a lasting positive influence, supported by the collaboration and guidance of the employers.
Warm regards to all the employers who participated and shared their insight and guidance, contributing to the professional development and career trajectories of the students. The employers at the event included:
Refresco, Ravago, Blue Grace, IPG, Reed Transport, Marten Transport, Datex, Johnson & Johnson, Citi, AAA Cooper Transport, One Rail, Gerdau, Drink Cirkul, R & L Carriers
Heartfelt gratitude to all for participating in the Meet the Employer event and giving opportunities to our students for growth and career progression.
Save the date for our next event on Feb. 22.
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This year, we were fortunate to have the support of seven exceptional students who actively participated in the CSCMP Edge Conference, contributing to the success and impact of the event. Their dedication and enthusiasm created a memorable and enriching experience for all attendees, leaving a lasting impression on the event’s overall success. | |
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We extend our gratitude to City Furniture for the invitation to tour their showroom in Plant City. The CSCMP student group embraced the opportunity to deepen their understanding of City Furniture and its supply chain management operations.
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A big thank you to our CSCMP guest speakers Johnson & Johnson, Tampa General Hospital, Refresco Bottlers, McKinsey, and Mosaic for their invaluable contributions this fall semester! We are grateful for the knowledge imparted to our students, aiding them in their career path choices and personal growth.
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Seckin Ozkul, USF assistant professor in supply chain management and founding director of the Supply Chain Innovation Lab, joined a podcast hosted by supply chain pioneers, delving into his role at the USF Muma College of Business. The conversation encompassed his passion for researching supply chain and logistics, methods of staying updated on operational developments, insights into his latest research project, and key factors that attract students to pursue supply chain management degrees. The episode promises new learnings, shedding light on different facets of supply chain management.
Watch the full airing at https://youtu.be/-IRqL00haJE?si=6zm0_xMytZ-kMwu3
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Ozkul attended the 2023 Pharma Logistics Masterclass held in Singapore, where he observed a research presentation by Chonchol Gupta, the CEO of Rebirth Analytics. Gupta is an executive PhD candidate at the University of Antwerp, Antwerp Management School, and Ozkul was serving as a PhD dissertation committee member for Gupta, together with colleagues professors Roel Gevaers and Wouter Dewulf.
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Ozkul also participated in the CSCMP- Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals 2023 Academic Research Symposium and EDGE Supply Chain Conference, collaborating with both academic and industry peers to generate innovative solutions for pressing global supply chain challenges. The engagement showcased a collective effort toward cutting-edge advancements.
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Additionally, undergraduate supply chain management students participated in CSCMP’s future leaders program at EDGE. This provided them with exceptional opportunities to engage with academics and industry leaders.
Ozkul attended the 33rd Annual Tampa Bay Transportation Supersession. Currently leading and having led numerous funded research projects for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), he appreciates FDOT’s comprehensive transportation and supply chain vision and having FDOT as a major research benefactor/partner for the USF Supply Chain Innovation Lab.
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Ozkul and Jim Stock hosted Bart A. De Muynck, a supply chain industry thought leader, at the USF Monica Wooden Center for Supply Chain Management and Sustainability. The meeting was followed by De Muynck sharing his industry insights with our supply chain management students, fostering a thought-provoking and enriching experience.
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Philanthropic Donations Fuel Supply Chain Education | |
Our program provides student scholarships (covering tuition and textbooks) to our diverse student population. We hope to raise $50,000 annually for our students (covering tuition and textbooks) over the next three to five years. We provide innovative learning, teaching, and technology tools for the interactive classroom, preparing students for immediate immersion into jobs upon graduation.
Our students graduate with demonstrable skills in ERP (SAP), WMS (Datex), TMS (Mercury Gate), Supply Chain/Business Analytics (Tableau), and Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt/MS Supply Chain program) to name a few.
This does not happen in a vacuum. We need the support of our faithful business and industry partners to ensure success for our students. This past year, our program supported five students with scholarships through the generosity of our business partners and the amazing gift from Monica Wooden.
The cost of high-tech innovative education is exorbitant, and this may stand in the way of some financially challenged students who find it difficult to meet tuition expectations. Our students are diverse, which is important to our business partners, many of whom offer internships or work experiential opportunities for students throughout the year. This contributes to the 92% who graduate within four years, with an average GPA of 3.4.
Philanthropic donations shoulder the burden of the good work we do here. All the money received from donations goes directly to student scholarships, student/faculty research, industry-partner engagement, and innovative education. Please help us help our students.
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