Logistics and Supply Chain Research Institute

The Elmhurst College Logistics and Supply Chain Research Institute was established to conduct research:

• Focused on relevant logisitcs and supply chain management concerns, interests and problems to enhance understanding and push the edge of knowledge in the field.
• That will develop teaching theory and application and allow students to enter the work force with "leading edge" knowledge.
• That will increase the value of knowledge to the logistics profession provided by academe.
• Which involves students to enhance their knowledge and skills beyond the classroom.
• Focused on the application of information technology for better decision-making skills in the supply chain.

Corporate Partnership Program

The Corporate Partnership Program was designed for select corporations and the Elmhurst College Logistics and Transportation Management Program to join in partnership for the mutual benefit and empowerment of both. One of the main goals of the Corporate Partnership Program is to bridge together academic theory and business practice.

Membership is limited to twenty-five of the premier corporations involved in logistics and transportation today.

There is a one-time membership fee of $1,500, which is a tax-deductible. Students scholarships will benefit from $500 of the fee. Checks can be made payable to Elmhurst College.

Benefits of the Corporate Partnership Program

• Exclusive membership
• Reduced research project rates
• A scholarship in your company's name
• Listing on all Institute promotional materials
• Permanent listing on the Institute's web page
• Special invitations to campus events
• Special listing in the President's Annual Report

For more information, please contact:

Dr. Roby Thomas
Telephone: (630) 617-3116
Fax: (630) 617-6497
E-mail: rthomasj@elmhurst.edu