WVU Graduate Students Gain Insight Into Industry at Marathon Petroleum

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Marathon Petroleum's Marine Transportation and Catlettsburg refinery recently hosted 28 graduate students from West Virginia University's Master of Science in Industrial Relations Human Resources (IRHR) program. The visit included presentations on human resources and refining, tours of the refinery and marine facilities, and a lunch cruise aboard the Marine Vessel Galveston Bay.

This event is part of a decade-long tradition, with many current Marathon Petroleum HR professionals being WVU IRHR graduates who participated in similar visits. The day provided students with valuable insights into Marathon Petroleum's operations and culture, allowing them to engage with various employees and gain operational knowledge.

The visit aims to inspire the next generation of Marathon HR professionals and has historically made lasting impressions on participants, as noted by current employees who were once in the students' position.

Positive

• Long-standing partnership with West Virginia University's IRHR program
• Successful recruitment of HR professionals from the WVU program
• Opportunity to showcase company culture and operations to potential future employees

Negative

• None.

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / October 2, 2024 / Marathon Petroleum Corporation:

Key Points:

• Recently, Marathon Petroleum's Marine Transportation and Catlettsburg refinery hosted over two dozen West Virginia University graduate students for a day of learning and exploration.

• The students engaged with Marathon Petroleum employees, gaining valuable insights into the company's operations and culture.

• The visit included insightful presentations, tours of the refinery and marine facilities and a memorable lunch aboard the Marine Vessel Galveston Bay.

In September, Marathon Petroleum's Marine Transportation and Catlettsburg refinery hosted 28 graduate students from West Virginia University's (WVU) Master of Science in Industrial Relations Human Resources (IRHR) program. The day was packed with learning and exploration, featuring engaging presentations on human resources (HR) and refining, along with tours of the refinery and marine facilities.

The students had the chance to dive into Marathon Petroleum's operations and connect with a diverse range of employees. The visit is part of a long-standing tradition. In fact, many of the West Virginia University graduates who are now part of Marathon Petroleum's HR team once made the same trip to Catlettsburg during their student years.

"We've been hosting these students for a decade now," said Tiphani Massie, HR business partner at the Catlettsburg refinery. "Many of our current HR professionals are WVU IRHR grads who remember the 3.5-hour bus ride from Morgantown for this tour. It clearly made a lasting impression."

One of those graduates, Kevin Noreen, now an HR business partner for Marathon Pipe Line, reflected on his own experience.

"I was in their shoes back in 2015, visiting the refinery and marine transportation facilities as a WVU student," said Noreen. "The operational insights were fascinating, but it was meeting the HR staff and front-line employees that left the biggest mark. Their dedication and pride were inspiring, and it made me want to be a part of that culture."

The day also featured a memorable lunch aboard the Marine Vessel Galveston Bay as it cruised the Ohio River, rounding out another successful visit.

"We always look forward to showcasing our team and operations to the West Virginia University IRHR graduate students," said HR Director, Marine Transportation, Chet Smith. "It's a fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation of Marathon HR professionals."

The visit featured a lunch cruise aboard Marathon Petroleum's Marine Vessel Galveston Bay on the Ohio River.

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FAQ

How many West Virginia University graduate students visited Marathon Petroleum's facilities?

28 graduate students from West Virginia University's Master of Science in Industrial Relations Human Resources (IRHR) program visited Marathon Petroleum's Marine Transportation and Catlettsburg refinery.

What activities were included in the WVU students' visit to Marathon Petroleum (MPC)?

The visit included presentations on human resources and refining, tours of the refinery and marine facilities, and a lunch cruise aboard the Marine Vessel Galveston Bay on the Ohio River.

How long has Marathon Petroleum (MPC) been hosting WVU IRHR students?

Marathon Petroleum has been hosting West Virginia University IRHR students for a decade, as stated by Tiphani Massie, HR business partner at the Catlettsburg refinery.

What is the purpose of Marathon Petroleum (MPC) hosting WVU graduate students?

The purpose is to provide students with insights into Marathon Petroleum's operations and culture, inspire the next generation of HR professionals, and potentially recruit future employees for the company.