Ferris State University

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Ferris State University is recognized for its career-oriented educational programs that are designed to meet the technology and work force demands of business and industry, the healthcare professions, and society in general through applied research and practical education.
Founded in 1884 on the concept of providing students with marketable skills, Ferris was established by Woodbridge N. Ferris (1853-1928), a distinguished Michigan educator and politician who served two terms as the state's governor and was elected a United States Senator. Ferris was a private institute until 1950, when it joined the state higher education system. The college obtained university status in 1987.

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Allied Health Sciences, Arts & Sciences, Business, Education & Human Services, Engineering Technology, Pharmacy, Professional & Technological Studies, Kendall College of Art & Design, Michigan College of Optometry, University College

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New Hires and Recent Promotions at Ferris State University

  • Elaine Kamptner, Executive Assistant to the President

    was Executive Secretary to the President - 5 months ago

  • Patrick Klarecki, Director - School of Design and Manufacturing

    was Professor and Department Chair - 4 months ago

  • Christopher (C.J.) LeTourneau, ITAP Technician

    was ITAP/TAC Specialist - 3 months ago

  • Justin Phan, FSU Biology Lab Assistant

    was Faculty Assistant - 3 months ago

  • Lori Rendel, Coordinator of Technology Services

    was Network Technician - 6 months ago

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Key Statistics about Ferris State University

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HeadquartersGreater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area
IndustryHigher Education
TypeEducational Institution
Company Size 1,414 employees
Founded1884
Websitehttp://www.ferris.edu
Common Job Titles
Professor34%
Student8%
Dean3%
Instructor3%
Director2%
Top Schools
Ferris St. Univ.46%
Michigan St. Univ.6%
Central Michigan Univ.5%
Western Michigan Univ.4%
Grand Valley St. Univ.3%
Median Age27 years
Gender
Male55%
Female45%
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