Kelley School of Business Indianapolis – Page 87

First Step In Making It Happen – Write It Down

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Teresa Mackin

Almost every morning since the start of 2014, I think back to a discussion that I had with a good friend on New Year’s Eve about our resolutions for the year to come. While New Year’s resolutions have become cliché and somewhat overdone, I have always thought it to be good practice to give yourself goals and, for most, a new year is the great starting point for something fresh.

“Porter Ridge” Stereotypes Do Harm To Indiana Economy

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Teresa Mackin

In March, several Indiana Senators felt it necessary to honor the cast of the reality show “Porter Ridge” for their contribution to the state’s economy.

Fourteen Kelley students named in IUPUI’s Top 100

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Teresa Mackin

When you go to school with some 30,000 students, being named among the Top 100 IUPUI undergraduates is a big deal. Fourteen Kelley School of Business Indianapolis students have received such an honor.

Lessons Learned In A Third-World Economy

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Teresa Mackin

After the Emerging Economy class trip to Liberia wrapped up, many of us sat on our trans-Atlantic flight trying to process everything we saw and accomplished while in Africa. There are few words which can accurately describe the experiences, but the lessons will stick with us for some time now.

Healthcare Discussion At March Venture Club Meeting

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Teresa Mackin

Brose McVey was the spotlight presenter at the March meeting of the Venture Club of Indiana. McVey is the CEO of Expedite, a direct primary care clinic solution in Indianapolis. During his presentation he addressed some gaps he sees in the Affordable Care Act.

A Life-Changing Time In Liberia

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Teresa Mackin

Quietly, life in Monrovia has become a routine as a week has come and gone. The team unconsciously acquired the customs and habits in Liberia, from their food to their signature handshake.

Why A Goat On Top Of A Van In Liberia Spells Innovation

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Teresa Mackin

Yesterday, a group of twelve MBA and Nursing doctorate students landed in Monrovia, Liberia to work on a project with the John F. Kennedy Medical Center, where my team’s goal is to create a short- and long-term strategic plan for the hospital that allows them to deliver more health care services to more Liberians.

The Liberian Way!

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Teresa Mackin

I am in my final semester in the Evening MBA program and wanted to always take a class on Emerging Economies with Prof. Lyles, which I always thought would be a great experience to have and learn more about management consulting in developing countries.

An Up-Close Look At JFK Medical Center

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Teresa Mackin

Today was our first up-close look at the JFK Medical Center (JFKMC). We received a tour of the facilities from two of the head administrators (Mona and Dr. McDonald). Both Mona and Dr. McDonald continued to be gracious and welcoming – something that our group has experienced throughout our brief stay in Liberia.

Spring Break: It’s Time To Recover

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Teresa Mackin

Whew. This year has been full of surprises with the weather being the main culprit. Antarctica at this point is laughing at Indiana. But, luckily, it’s about that time to hit up the sunny beaches and get away from the bitter cold that we’ve all been forced trudge through.