We are pleased to welcome seasoned administrative professional Michelle Oden to the MSU Technologies (MSUT) team here at the Michigan State University Innovation Center. Starting her role as Front Desk Receptionist on May 20th, 2024, Michelle brings two decades of valuable experience to her new position.
In her role at MSUT, Michelle is responsible for assisting all staff with scheduling and travel arrangements, overseeing office supplies and inventory, and updating office policies and procedures as needed. She has quickly become an integral part of MSUT.
“We are delighted to have Michelle join our team and look forward to utilizing her diverse skill set,” said Janet Foreman, Executive Staff Assistant and Office Manager of MSUT.
Prior to joining MSUT, Michelle Oden spent over a decade at NM Travel Health in New Mexico, where she progressed from the front desk to office manager. There, she specialized in preparing travelers with vaccines, medications, and crucial information for international travel.
Michelle’s educational background is diverse and comprehensive. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Family Studies with a minor in psychology from the University of New Mexico, as well as associate’s degrees in human services and liberal arts from Central New Mexico Community College. Her credentials also include certificates in Health, Wellness, and Public Safety. Additionally, she is a certified Medical Assistant from Ross Medical Institute.
Originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, Michelle Oden now calls Michigan home, having moved here permanently four years ago. She currently resides in Bath with her partner, two daughters, and their two cats, Kiedis and Nola.
When not at work, Michelle enjoys exploring Michigan’s plentiful beachside towns, often with a metal detector in hand, searching for hidden treasures. Her personal interests include camping, food, country drives, history, old architecture, cemeteries, and anything spooky.
Michelle Oden’s diverse background and extensive experience make her a valuable addition to the MSUT team. Her office management skills, coupled with her friendly demeanor, promise to enhance the Innovation Center’s efficiency and atmosphere. The MSUT team looks forward to working with Michelle and benefiting from her expertise.
About the MSU Innovation Center:
The MSU Innovation Center is dedicated to fostering innovation, research commercialization, and entrepreneurial activities from the research and discovery happening across our campus every day. We act as the primary interface for researchers aiming to see their research applied to solving real-world problems and making the world a better place to live. We aim to empower faculty, researchers, and students within our community of scholars by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to bring their discoveries to the forefront.
Through strategic collaborations with the private sector, we aim to amplify the impact of faculty research and drive economic growth while positively impacting society. We foster mutually beneficial, long-term relationships with the private sector through corporate-sponsored research collaborations, technology licensing discussions, and support for faculty entrepreneurs to support the establishment of startup companies.
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