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Brooks Kushman attorney recognized for leadership among IEEE SEM Women in Engineering


The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) of Southeastern Michigan has recognized Brooks Kushman attorney Irina Sullivan for “key contributions to IEEE SEM Women in Engineering and outstanding leadership in the 2018 spring conference organization.” Sullivan was recognized on May 5 at the Spring 2018 Section Conference, “Government Regulation & Engineering Intersection of Policy & Advocacy,” and was presented her award by the Chairman of IEEE SEM, Robert Neff.

Prior to joining the firm, Sullivan was a service engineer for an automotive manufacturer where she identified and resolved product concerns on vehicles with hybrid and high-voltage propulsion systems. Sullivan is a registered patent attorney, and focuses her practice on preparing and prosecuting patent applications in electrical and electromechanical systems. Her practice also covers a wide range of technologies in the automotive and consumer electronics industries. Sullivan serves as vice chair for the Women in Engineering (WIE) Affinity Group of the IEEE SEM, and networking chair of the Detroit section of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE).

In both roles, she works to facilitate meaningful connections between experienced female engineers and women at the beginning of their technical careers to promote mentorship and support.
Sullivan holds a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan (Dearborn) and a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from Kettering University.

 

Wayne Law Alumni Golf Outing to take place June 4 in Grosse Pointe
 

The 2018 Wayne Law Alumni Golf Outing will be held June 4 at Country Club of Detroit, 220 Country Club Drive in Grosse Pointe Farms. The golf outing brings together alumni and friends of Wayne Law for a day of golf and comradery to support the Law School, so grab a friend or three and don’t miss your chance to golf 18 championship holes at a private country club. All golfers are welcome.

Registration begins at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at noon. The shotgun start for foursomes in scramble format is at 1 p.m. Following play, join fellow golfers at a cocktail reception, followed by dinner and golfer awards. Cost for golfers is $300, and $50 for those who wish to partake in dinner only. Sponsorship opportunities range from individual tickets to higher levels. Register at https://law.wayne.edu/golf-outing. For additional information, contact Carolyn Noble at (313) 577-9238 or carolyn. noble@wayne.edu.

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