Monica Wooden Center for Supply Chain Management & Sustainability

Supply Chain December Graduates

Congratulations to the December 2023 graduates of the supply chain 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. Wishing them continued success in their careers!

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Meet The Employer Event

We extend warm appreciation to all the employers who took part in the event, generously sharing their insights and wisdom, thereby enriching the professional growth and career paths of our students. Below is the list of employers who dedicated their time and expertise to support and mentor our students

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Important Dates

Save the Date!

• Scholarship Luncheon - Friday, January 24, 2025
• Florida Statewide Supply Chain Summit – September 9, 2024 – September 11, 2024, Miami, USA www.floridasupplychainsummit.com
• CSCMP EDGE Conference - September 29, 2024 – October 2, 2024, Nashville, Tennessee 
• Fall 2024 Meet The Employer - September 26, 2024

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Scholarship Luncheon Event

Intertape Polymer Group & AAA Cooper Scholarship winners

Congratulations to our Supply Chain Fall 2022 Scholarship Winners!! Cheers to your success and wish you all the best for your future endeavors!

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Supply Chain August Graduates – Masters

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 - Bachelors

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. Wishing them continued success in their careers!

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Supply Chain Scholarship Awards

Fall 2023 – Spring 2024 Supply Chain Scholarship Awards:

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Company Spotlight

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News

Seckin Ozkul on Supply Chain Pioneers Podcast
USF Assistant Professor in Supply Chain Management and Founding Director of the Supply Chain Innovation Lab, Seckin Ozkul, recently joined a podcast hosted by supply chain pioneers, delving into his current role as Assistant Professor and Founding Director of the Supply Chain Innovation Lab at the University of South Florida 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 at a university. The episode promises new learnings, shedding light on different facets of supply chain management.

Pharma Logistics Masterclass
Seckin Ozkul was invited to attend the third edition of the Pharma Logistics Masterclass held in Singapore, where he had the opportunity to also observe the research presentation by Mr. Chonchol Gupta, who is the CEO of Rebirth Analytics. Mr. Gupta is also an Executive PhD candidate at the University of Antwerp/Antwerp Management School. Ozkul is serving as a PhD dissertation committee member for Mr. Gupta, together with colleagues Professors Roel Gevaers and Wouter Dewulf.

2023 Academic Research Symposium (ARS) and EDGE Supply Chain Conference
Seckin Ozkul actively participated in the CSCMP- Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals 2023 Academic Research Symposium (ARS) 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 towards cutting-edge advancements. Additionally, USF undergraduate supply chain management students were integral participants in CSCMP’s #futureleaders program during EDGE. This provided them with exceptional opportunities to engage with both academics and industry leaders. We take immense pride in the achievements of our brilliant USF students!

33rd Annual Tampa Bay Transportation Supersession
Seckin Ozkul attended the 33rd Annual Tampa Bay Transportation Supersession at Armature Works in Tampa, reconnecting with colleagues and making new connections. Ozkul, currently leading and having led numerous funded research projects for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), truly appreciates FDOT’s comprehensive transportation and supply chain vision as well as having FDOT as a major research benefactor/partner for the USF Supply Chain Innovation Lab.

Bart A. De Muynck Visit
Seckin Ozkul and Jim Stock had the pleasure of hosting Bart A. De Muynck, who is a supply chain industry thought leader, at the USF Monica Wooden Center for Supply Chain Management and Sustainability. Their collaborative meeting was followed by Mr. De Muynck sharing his valuable industry insights with our USF Supply Chain Management students, fostering a thought-provoking and enriching experience.