Campus Risk Managers Extend Their Turf
Christine L. Eick's risk-management responsibilities at Auburn U. have grown far beyond insurance policies, taking in a range of issues that include the handling of hazardous chemicals and the management of 90,000 fans at football games.
When Christine L. Eick began her job as a risk manager at Auburn University, in 1996, she had one employee and was known, mostly just in the business office, as the woman who handled insurance issues. Now, nearly 14 years later, she directs a department with more than 30 staff members, who deal with not only insurance but also crucial environmental, health, and safety issues, like handling...
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