ArvinMeritor Honored with New Detroit's 'Closing the Gap' Award Jun 19, 2008
The company has contributed to the construction of new facilities at the high school such as a new football field and all-weather track, as well as a renovation of the performing arts theater; created cooperative education programs; and funded scholarship and internship programs with Kettering University for Southwestern High School students. ArvinMeritor was also recognized for its efforts to help rebuild the City of Detroit through restoration projects. (PR Newswire)
In Michigan, Obama touts economic plans Jun 17, 2008
"There are some who believe that we must try to turn back the clock on this new world; that the only chance to maintain our living standards is to build a fortress around America; to stop trading with other countries, shut down immigration, and rely on old industries. I disagree," Obama said in a speech at Kettering University in Flint. He said the election presents a clear choice. (Boston Globe)
Gore endorses Obama and attacks Bush in Detroit Jun 17, 2008
speaks about his economic plan at Kettering University in Flint, Mich ... addresses a rally at Kettering University in Flint, Mich. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Tunkhannock grad ready for new challenges Jun 7, 2008
Plans: Kettering University to study chemical engineering. The Times-Tribune 2008. (Scranton Times, PA)
Gapinski to bike 150 miles in fighting multiple sclerosis May 10, 2008
Friday, May 9, 2008 5:41 PM EDT Through his co-op program at Kettering University, Gaylord native Matt Gapinski will bike 150 miles to help fight multiple sclerosis this summer ... Gapinski got involved with the ride through his co-op program at Kettering University in Flint. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Student Drives Tank Around Campus Apr 15, 2008
The Kettering University student has builta half-scale Panzer tank, complete with a working air cannon. It's powered by a three-cylinder diesel engine, with treads and runninggear from construction equipment. (FOX23 News, NY)
Axle strike reaches Oshtemo: Company building applicant pool for buyouts or replacements Apr 10, 2008
A trip to New York City could be in the offing for Kettering University student Will Foster and his half-scale Tiger-style Panzer. KALAMAZOO FORUMS. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
College Student Builds His Very Own Tank Apr 9, 2008
"I took it home, driving it around in this white-picket-fence neighborhood, and one of the neighbors called the cops on us," Kettering University student Will Foster tells the Flint Journal. " They came and they just told us to head back home, but they were also laughing at it because they had never seen anything like that before.". (Fox News)
Engineering schools strive to serve up Pinter with Planck Jan 29, 2008
Industry has been calling for engineers who are trained across disciplines for years, said James Gover, an electrical engineering professor at Kettering University (formerly General Motors Institute; Flint, Mich. and a former congressional fellow and competitiveness fellow. (EETimes)
Detroit: Most Dangerous, or Most Disrespected? Nov 22, 2007
Across the street are the soccer fields of a highly rated engineering school (Kettering University). Oh yeah, I pay about a fifth of my take-home pay for housing. (New York Times)
Wall Street must learn from the boss's downfall Nov 7, 2007
He made it from the General Motors Institute (now Kettering University) to Harvard Business School, and then up the fast track on Wall Street, based on his financial acumen, focus, and commitment to excellence. He became a protg of David Komansky, his predecessor in the top job at Merrill, then displayed sharp elbows in accelerating the passing of the baton and orchestrating a purge that brought in a top team loyal to him. (Christian Science Monitor)
No racism here Nov 5, 2007
O'Neal started his career at General Motors in Atlanta, working his way up and getting an education at the General Motors Institute (now called Kettering University) and the Harvard Business School. He went to Merrill Lynch in 1986, rising to the company's No. 2 spot in 2001. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Opinion)
Fidelity's Harry Lange Steers Magellan Fund to Best Returns in 14 Years Oct 11, 2007
Lange, who holds degrees from the General Motors Institute, now called Kettering University, and Harvard Business School, has invested in countries where economic growth and share prices were outpacing the U.S. The Morgan Stanley Capital International EAFE Index, which tracks 1,136 companies in developed economies in Europe, Australia and Asia, rose 15 percent this year and MSCI's Emerging Markets Index climbed 39 percent. It felt to me that there is more growth opportunity in international... (Bloomberg)
XTENT Appoints Michael L. Eagle to Board of Directors Aug 14, 2007
Mr. Eagle received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kettering University and his Masters Degree in Business Administration from the Krannert School of Management at Purdue University. About XTENT XTENT, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing and commercializing innovative customizable drug eluting stent (DES) systems for the treatment of coronary artery disease (CAD). (PR Newswire)
Metal versus wooden bat debate hits close to home Jul 22, 2007
According to a study by Physics Professor Daniel Russell of Kettering University of. Flint, Mich. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
ZENN Motor Company Inc. Adds New Director Jun 19, 2007
Mr. Rodgers holds a degree in engineering from Kettering University, and has lectured in industrial marketing at the Schulich School of Business. In connection with Mr. Rodgers appointment, subject to regulatory approval, ZENN Motor Company has granted 100,000 options to Mr. Rodgers under its stock option plan. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Warsaw grads tell future plans May 19, 2007
He will attend Kettering University in Flint, Mich. and major in mechanical engineering with an emphasis in biomedical engineering. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
GM to get new plant manager Apr 1, 2007
Marr holds a master s degree in business administration from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a bachelor s degree in industrial engineering from Kettering University. Dulaney began his GM career in 1979 at the former GM Warehousing and Distribution Division in Swartz Creek, Mich. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Still missing Feb 3, 2007
Since Gottschalk's disappearance, two non-MSU students Kettering University student Ryan Getz and Delta College student Eric Blair were found drowned in the Red Cedar River. Getz, 21, was found April 20, 1998, more than four months after he was declared missing New Year's Eve. (The State News, MI)
Logan grad gets noticed on billboard Feb 1, 2007
It was the only thing I ever had to work for, said the Logan High School grad. So, naturally, she pursued science, and was accepted into Kettering University, a prestigious engineering school in Michigan. You may have seen Call, with her glasses and short, highlighted hair, in a recent issue of U.S. News and World Report. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Job comes with a challenge: winning GM diesel engine line Jan 8, 2007
Finch graduated from GMI, now called Kettering University, in 1981 with a degree in electrical engineering. Since then, the heavy lifting has been the kind you do in shirt and tie. (Buffalo News)
Area native named to head Tonawanda Engine Plant Dec 23, 2006
He graduated from General Motors Institute in Flint, now called Kettering University, in 1981 with a degree in electrical engineering. Since then he has held a number of manufacturing management jobs in GM's Truck & Bus Group and Metal Fabrication Division in Michigan. (Buffalo News)
More of this story Dec 8, 2006
Editor's note: Edwin Black's research for the JTA four-part investigative series itler's carmaker involved review of documents at Georgetown University; Georgia State University; Henry Ford Museum; Kettering University; National Archives repositories in Chicago and Washington; New York Public Library Special Manuscript Collections; Yale University Sterling Memorial Library and other repositories in the United States and Germany. In addition, he had access to confidential FBI files obtained under... (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
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Kettering University received its name in honor of Charles Kettering as did the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. Aug. 30, 1980: Willie Nelson s classic song On the Road Again entered the charts on this day. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
School district approves personnel changes Aug 25, 2006
Bauer holds a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, a master's degree in manufacturing management from Kettering University and a secondary education certificate from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. His previous experience includes acting as a substitute teacher for the district, an engineering instructor at Penn State University and a project engineer at SGL.. (St. Marys Daily Press, PA)
With thousands taking GM buyouts, Flint's woes continue Jul 4, 2006
They include Kettering University, the University of Michigan-Flint and Mott Community College. I think the next generation will turn out some pretty talented people and it won't be long until national businesses and even international businesses realize what we have here, said Lee, a salesman who lives in Holly, about 10 miles south of Flint. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
I yam what I yam: That's high-minded Mar 25, 2006
According to Acoustics of Baseball Bats by Daniel Russell of Kettering University in Flint, Mich. "The trademark logo is branded on a wood bat on the side of the bat against the grain. Thus, if held correctly, the ball makes contact with the bat along the grain where the bat is strongest and the bat is less likely to break.". (AZCentral -- News)
