About the Institute
Mission: To provide instruction, research and further develop the interdisciplinary principles and practices of lean organizational improvement for business, education and public service.
Designed to benefit Oakland University students, schools, non-profits, government and industry, the Pawley Learning Institute shares concepts and practices of "lean manufacturing" to create leaders and learners in the university, public and private sectors, and the community.
This cross-discipline endeavor melds technology, business and human resources into a dynamic lean learning curriculum. The lean learning concept incorporates tools, techniques and management philosophies to streamline processes and eliminate waste, while providing value from the customer's perspective.
Dennis Pawley, Pawley Institute Founder
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Established in 2002 with a $1 million contribution by Dennis Pawley, OU Board of Trustees member and alumnus, the Pawley Learning Institute benefits the automotive industry and Oakland students. As the former executive vice president of manufacturing for Chrysler Corporation, Pawley developed the Chrysler Operating System in the early 1990s to restore productivity and streamline procedures. |
"Similar to major corporations, universities must remain competitive to produce a better product ... future employees," Pawley said. "There's a great need to expand educational opportunities to students nationwide. As we look forward to the next century, America can only remain a leader in manufacturing through joint efforts between universities and corporations. That's why developing specific curricula to meet those challenges are so important."
NEW Knowledge Applications General Education Requirement
HRD 304: Lean Principles and Practices in Organizations
Winter 2010
| Hands-on simulations, expert guest speakers and on-site tours will create an active learning experience addressing lean tools, theory, leadership and culture on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:50 p.m. with Mark Doman.
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Lean Thinking for Schools
| Create a distinct advantage for your school district while optimizing resources. Learn more about developing the capacity of your school, district or intermediate school district.
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Why Learn Lean?
Contact
Julianne Leigh, Director
Pawley Learning Institute
Macomb University Center
44575 Garfield Road, Building UC2
Clinton Township, MI 48038-1139
(586) 226-8462
lean@oakland.edu
www.oakland.edu/lean
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Pawley Blog
Name: Amanda
Major: Journalism
Position: Pawley Marketing Assistant
Hometown: Columbiaville
Year of Graduation: 2010
Hobbies & Interests:
An aspiring public relations specialist, I currently work as the marketing assistant for the Pawley Learning Institute, conducting marketing and PR activities. My hobbies include writing, reading, sports, watching movies and shopping. My favorite activity is Dagorhir, a live action role-playing game where we fight with foam weapons.
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11/19/09 - Michigan Lean Consortium Event at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland
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11/02/09 - Crittenton partners with OU for lean internships
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09/01/09 - Pawley Institute and AASP present their first webinar
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08/14/09 - The Lean Advantage Summer 2009
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08/05/09 - Pawley Institute and MLC host Amway event
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12/04/09 - Michigan Lean Consortium Event at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland
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