About

CUPA-HR Michigan Chapter

About the Michigan Chapter

The CUPA-HR Michigan Chapter brings together HR professionals in higher education to exchange best practices, connect with others in our field, and provide meaningful educational opportunities on topics important and relevant to our field. We are always looking for higher ed HR professionals in Michigan who want to get involved and help out. If this sounds like you, please contact us.

Learn more about CUPA-HR's mission, values and priorities here.

2023-24 Michigan Chapter Board

Cheri Nowak

President

Associate Vice President, Human Resources

Mott Community College

Rachel Wiertella

President-Elect

Finance and Administration Manager, Michigan Medicine

University of Michigan

Kendra Huckins

Secretary

Director of Faculty Employment and Compensation

Central Michigan University

Julie Lowman

Treasurer

Director of Finance and Human Resources, University Communications

Michigan State University

Joe Coeling

At-Large Board Member

HR Business Partner, School of Environment and Sustainability

University of Michigan

Joseph VanArendonk

At-Large Board Member

Talent Management Analyst

Grand Valley State University

Joe Zynda

At-Large Board Member

Human Resource Manager, University Library

University of Michigan

Christina Wright

Past President

Assistant Vice President of Human Resources and Business Operations

Adrian College