MSU School of Human Resources & Labor Relations

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05/19/2026

Michigan State University's School of Human Resources and Labor Relations (HRLR) is pleased to welcome Dr. Ahleah Miles as an Assistant Professor

Dr. Miles joins HRLR through the College of Social Science Dean's Research Associate Program (DRAP), an initiative established in 2018 to support the recruitment and development of early-career scholars whose research and teaching advance academic excellence and contribute to Institutional Access, Opportunity, and Excellence at Michigan State University. The program provides mentorship, professional development, research support, and a pathway toward tenure-system faculty positions within the College of Social Science.

Miles studies how people navigate and develop their careers over time. Using quantitative methods, she takes an equity-focused approach to the future of work by examining how individuals interpret and respond to career feedback, how technology and structural conditions shape the psychological experience of work, and when and how social identity becomes consequential for careers.

Read more: https://hrlr.msu.edu/news/20260514-ahleah-miles-hrlr-assistant-professor.html

Michigan State University College of Social Science

05/15/2026

The School of Human Resources & Labor Relations is honored to recognize student John Hao as the 2026 Outstanding Senior.

John shares that "Receiving the Outstanding Senior recognition is incredibly meaningful to me. It reflects not only my academic journey but also the support and guidance I've received along the way. I'm especially grateful to my academic advisor, Matt Hahnenberg, who gave me a lot of guidance in helping me navigate my major and academic path. This experience has shaped both my academic and professional development, and I'm thankful to the HRLR community for being such an important part of that journey."

John plans to pursue his master's degree at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education.

We look forward to your continued success, John, and wish you all the best!

Michigan State University College of Social Science

05/15/2026

Congratulations Gabe and Carmen!
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05/14/2026

Congratulations Deshawn, Trinity, and Christopher! 🎓💚

05/14/2026

Congratulations Logan, Jess, Trent, and Ellie! 🎓💚

04/29/2026

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04/27/2026

Where does the time go? It seems like yesterday we met Carson and Ziggy at WMU, and here we are at graduation! Here is Ziggy receiving an honorary MHRLR degree. Carson and Ziggy - Team HRLR forever! 💚

04/24/2026

Congratulations to MHRLR student Jessica Robach on earning the Michigan State University Graduate Student Leader Award in recognition of her leadership and contributions. This award recognizes students who create change and positive impact at MSU and associated communities.

Jessica’s contributions that led to this recognition include:

LERA Presidency
* Organizing plant tour with Lear Corporation
* Facilitating screening of Partners to highlight union organizing stories
* Coordinating faculty research panel to expand knowledge in our program
* Hosting guest speaker event with MSUFCU
* Creating graduate assistantship panel to expand opportunities for our program
* Thanks to Dr. Maite Tapia!

Case competition participation
* Representing MSU in two national case competitions for MSU and earning award honors for both
* Thanks to Dr. Ericksen!

Beehive Industries consulting work
* Opportunity through the MHRLR program to work on a team of four students to develop a code of conduct for a growing military defense company

• Internship at Delta Dental of Michigan (1st year of grad school)

• Graduate Assistantship within the Broad College of Business (2nd year of grad school)

Congratulations, Jess!

04/16/2026

Ideally, the number of grievances filed is minimized through effective leadership. However, not all grievances can be avoided, and when they are filed, the goal is to resolve them internally. When that is not possible, arbitration is the final step in the dispute resolution process.

Michigan State University’s Certificate in Labor Arbitration program will prepare you to interpret contract language, evaluate disciplinary actions using the seven tenets of just cause, and effectively present your case in arbitration. You will engage with a real-world scenario and follow it through the grievance and arbitration process. If you are responsible for navigating grievances, advising leaders, or representing management or members at arbitration, this program will help you approach those responsibilities with clarity and confidence.

Delivered live via Zoom in half-day sessions to accommodate working professionals.

Dates: May 5, 7, 12, and 14, 2026
Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM ET

Learn more: https://hrlr.msu.edu/prodev/programs/certificate-in-labor-arbitration/index.html