MSU School of Human Resources & Labor Relations

10/14/2026

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Laying the cornerstone of Kedzie Hall one hundred years ago.

10/07/2026

Dear Students, Alumni, and Family Members and Friends of HRLR Students and Alumni: The HRLR Graduate Student Association (GSA) has opened its Fall 2026 HRLR Merch Sale. The sale will close on October 19, 2026.

Purchase HRLR merch here:
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10/02/2026

Join us on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 12–1:15 p.m. for the next installment of the Our Daily Work / Our Daily Lives Brown Bag Series, hosted in partnership with the Labor Education Program at MSU School of Human Resources & Labor Relations.

In this session, Marian J. Matyn from the Clarke Historical Library will present “Performing Into a New Reality: Michigan Circus Women.” The presentation will explore the careers and cultural impact of female equestrians and fliers, including how their performances, careers and gender-bending challenged perceptions of women’s roles, athleticism, clothing and behavior in American society.

All are welcome!

09/30/2026

Chenwei Liao Recognized with Journal of Management Best Reviewer Award and Impact Award Finalist Honor

Michigan State University School of Human Resources and Labor Relations professor Chenwei Liao has received the 2026 Journal of Management Best Reviewer Award for the second consecutive year and has been selected as a finalist for the journal's 2026 Impact Award. The dual recognition highlights Liao's contributions to management scholarship through both his research and his service to the academic community.

09/24/2026

Can a union decide who wins in Michigan? UAW’s Fain says yes

LANSING, Mich. (News 10) - United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain visited Lansing Tuesday, urging union members to vote in November.

Dozens of UAW members packed a conference hall Tuesday for the union’s Michigan Community Action Program (CAP) Conference.

Michigan State University professor Maite Tapia said UAW endorsements are not directives to members but carry significance. “It’s a strong signal that is being sent, because the UAW here has political clout. They are an important player in this landscape,” Tapia said. Tapia said the union’s influence goes beyond who it endorses.

She pointed to research showing union members are statistically more likely to vote than non-members, meaning the UAW’s political impact starts with turnout, not just persuasion.

Full article:

It was the first time the union held the conference in Lansing since 2018.

09/21/2026

Michigan State University School of Human Resources and Labor Relations professor Maite Tapia was recently quoted in The Detroit News in an article examining how artificial intelligence and other technologies are changing workplaces and raising questions about the future of work.

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape workplaces, questions about who has a voice in decisions about new technologies have become increasingly important. In a Sept. 7 article, The Detroit News examined the potential effects of AI on workers, including concerns about workplace disruption, job displacement and layoffs.

Read more: https://hrlr.msu.edu/news/20260916-maite-tapia-quoted-in-the-detroit-news-on-artificial-intelligence-unions-and-worker-voice.html

09/18/2026

Clenetta Frazier, Named Salvation Army Metro Detroit Advisory Board Chair

The Salvation Army of Metro Detroit is celebrating a historic milestone with the appointments of Captain Shanell Debela as divisional secretary for Metro Detroit Area Command and Clenetta Frazier as chair of the Metro Detroit Advisory Board. Together, they become the first two women to serve in these roles simultaneously in the nonprofit's nearly 140-history in Metro Detroit.

Read more: https://hrlr.msu.edu/news/20260917-msu-hrlr-alumna-clenetta-frazier-named-salvation-army-metro-detroit-advisory-board-chair.html

09/07/2026

Since becoming a federal holiday on June 28, 1894, Labor Day has served as a time to recognize the contributions of working people and the labor movement that helped shape the American workplace.

Today, we honor the dedication and achievements of workers and recognize those who have fought to advance dignity and fairness in the workplace. Their efforts left a lasting impact on the world of work we know today.

From all of us at Michigan State University's School of Human Resources and Labor Relations, we wish you a safe and happy Labor Day.

08/31/2026

We are so happy to welcome our new Fall 2026 Master of HRLR cohort members! Go Green! 🤩💚

08/11/2026

Michigan State University's School of Human Resources and Labor Relations is pleased to announce that Matt Hahnenberg has been promoted to senior academic specialist in recognition of his sustained excellence in academic advising, student support and service to the university community.

Read more: https://hrlr.msu.edu/news/20260708-hahnenberg-senior-academic-specialist-promotion.html