On a bookshelf in Jeff Auslander’s office sits a copy of First, Break All the Rules. But it’s not just any copy. It’s the same copy he received while working on his Master of Business Administration degree at Baker University’s School of Professional and Graduate Studies. For Jeff Auslander, ’07 MBA, that book—combined with Baker’s courses—changed the way he thought ...

When the coronavirus pandemic forced widespread shutdowns, many businesses, spanning diverse industries, were forced to quickly change their processes and adapt to the current circumstances. Laura Schmidt, MSM ’90, is among countless local business owners who have had to adjust their business practices. Schmidt, CEO and founder of Notes to Self Socks, credits Baker University with giving her the confidence ...

Most people don’t usually give much thought to how the toilet paper and disinfecting wipes reach their grocery store shelves, whether their mechanic can get the part needed to fix their car, or whether they will be able to refill their prescriptions. But since last spring, people have become aware of supply chain management and understand the impact of a ...

The Commencement Ceremony is a highly anticipated milestone, a tradition that formally marks the end of years of study. Because this rite of passage holds such an important place in higher education, the decision to cancel is rare and difficult, and last year Baker administrators faced this unusual decision not once, but twice. A snowstorm hit Baldwin City the morning ...