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Ann Arbor, MI-based University of Michigan has Promoted Laurita E. Thomas as Associate Vice President for Human Resources
About the Company
The University of Michigan is a top research university known for research spending, interdisciplinary programs, international outreach, athletics and academic excellence. The university offers graduate, undergraduate, PhD, and post-doctoral programs. The university has its main campus in Ann Arbor as well as the University of Michigan-Dearborn and University of Michigan-Flint.
About the Person
Laurita E. Thomas is the Associate Vice President for Human Resources at University of Michigan, effective April 1, 2004. Prior to that, Laurita served as the administrator of human resources and director of allied health education in the U-M Health System. While a student at Michigan, Thomas`s first job was as a diploma clerk in the Office of the Registrar. After graduating, she held a variety of human resources appointments. She has been responsible for compensation, labor relations, employment, affirmative action, and education and development, advancing steadily through the ranks at the University. Thomas is a recognized leader in human resources at Michigan and throughout the country, and she is a leader who takes the time to create opportunities for others along the way. Since 1998, Thomas has been responsible for planning and directing the operations of Health System Human Resources. She also currently leads the Occupational Health Programs, the Program for Multicultural Health, and U-M Hospitals and Health Centers Child Care Center and the Office of Allied Health Education. She has held national positions of leadership in the human resources field, and is actively involved in community service organizations in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County. As Chief Human Resource Officer, Thomas is responsible for all aspects of the University`s central human resource operation and its partnerships with the University`s academic and business units.
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