Michael Urick

Professor. Author. Speaker. Consultant. Musician. Nerd.

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

Star Wars Day! I contributed a blog to the International Leadership Association on leadership in a galaxy far away. I'll be doing a presentation/signing of my book "A Manager's Guide to Using the Force" @ Carnegie Library of McKeesport PA @ 530 PM.
https://t.co/DwovZpDlff

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

Honored to be nominated again this year in the Local Author category of the Latrobe Bulletin's Community Choice Awards! My band, Mike Urick and The Modelaires, is also nominated in the Local Band category. You can vote for all of your favorites daily!

https://t.co/XHoDF8Ktou

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

On Monday, May the Fourth (Star Wars Day for us Jedi), I'll be speaking on leadership in Star Wars and doing a book signing of my book "A Manager's Guide to Using the Force" at 5:30 PM at the Carnegie Library of McKeesport PA. Registration is available by calling 412-672-0625.

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

The Westmoreland Fayette Workforce Investment Board will host "Bridging the Gap: Understanding Generational Differences in Today's Manufacturing Workforce" on April 30. I'm looking forward to presenting at the event.

https://t.co/v9hAA9nm0Q

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

Dr. Mariah Yates and I will discuss our book "Swift Leadership" twice on April 29. In these free online interactive sessions, we will explore Taylor Swift's approach to decision making, and influence. Presented by International Leadership Associaton.

https://t.co/IBdnIIf0w9

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

I hope you will join me on April 30 for a session titled "Bridging the Gap: Understanding Generational Differences in Today's Manufacturing Workforce." Email [email protected] for more information or to register.

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

Dr. Mariah Yates and I will participate in interactive conversations on Apr 29 sponsored by the International Leadership Association about our book on Taylor Swift.

https://t.co/IBdnIIf0w9

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

"A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" is the next "Game of Thrones" spin-off show and it makes its debut next week. Check out the book I wrote (with Nathan Tong, PhD) that explores leadership in the Seven Kingdoms titled "Bend the Knee or Seize the Throne."

https://t.co/DtY3r9dyfZ

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

Join me tomorrow from 1130-1 at the Latrobe Art Center for an interactive session presented through the Greater Latrobe-Laurel Valley Chamber of Commerce. I'm excited to be talking about "How to Build Trust in the Workplace." Hope to see you there!

https://t.co/BaHxgpRZyZ

[SVC_McKenna School @McKennaSchool]

The McKenna School looks forward to welcoming students back on Monday, January 12, 2026. We hope your break provided rest, time with family and friends, and renewal. We are excited to begin the semester and wish you a successful return.

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

The Disney+ docuseries has provided insights on Taylor Swift's approach to leadership. The book "Swift Leadership" explores how readers can learn to use Swift's approach to help themselves become successful leaders.
https://t.co/t1B88x0OvG

[SVC_McKenna School @McKennaSchool]

Last Chance to Register – Women Who Lead Conference
Register by tomorrow for the 7th Annual Conference on Friday, Nov. 7, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., at the Fred Rogers Center.
Free for SVC students, faculty, and staff.
Email [email protected] to register.

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

The 7th Annual Women Who Lead Conference presented by ISM Pittsburgh and the McKenna School of Business, Economics, and Government will be held on Nov 7 on Saint Vincent College's campus. Registration is open through Friday.
https://t.co/STiIbjoRPd

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

I'm excited to present at the Global Impact Forum, an event aimed at economic development, social mobility, and positive impact. My Tuesday morning session is titled "Taylor Swift and Luke Skywalker: Leadership Perspectives in the Age of AI".

https://t.co/SGvO1k7QJl

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

I'm excited to lead a lunch and learn webinar titled "Enhancing Team Effectiveness" on Tuesday, October 28 for the Institute for Supply Management Western New York Chapter. You can register via this link - and it's FREE!
https://t.co/6MYMNBXA0Q

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

Taylor Swift's 12th album is breaking many records. There's no denying Swift's influence on culture. Dr. Mariah Yates and I explore her ability to influence in our book "Swift Leadership: A Taylor-made Approach to Influence and Decision Making."
https://t.co/t1B88x1mle

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

We hope that you will join us at the Friends of the McKenna School Reception from 430-630 PM during SVC's Homecoming on Saturday October 4. We will have hors d'oeuvres, wine, and beer and hope to see many alumni and friends back on campus. The event will be on the Wimmer Lawn.

[SVC_McKenna School @McKennaSchool]

We are pleased to welcome Bruce Antkowiak, Esq., to the McKenna School full-time faculty. A Saint Vincent ’74 and Harvard Law magna cum laude graduate, he brings 30+ years’ experience as prosecutor, defense attorney, teacher, and author.

[SVC_McKenna School @McKennaSchool]

Starting this semester, Aviation Management students are able to log in to their online ground courses in a high tech virtual classroom to experience the sessions together.

[Michael Urick @michael_urick]

Just got a copy of my new book (with Pelin Kohn) titled “Leaders of the Caribbean: Lead by the Code” about leadership through the lens of the Pirates of the Caribbean film series.