The Daugherty Logistics Doctoral Symposium (DLDS) is an academic gathering aimed at
doctoral students in the field of logistics and supply chain management. It was founded
by Patricia (Pat) J. Daugherty at the University of Oklahoma in 2005. The DLDS serves
as a platform for doctoral students to engage with established academics and industry
professionals. It focuses on research, career development, networking, and sharing
knowledge in the logistics and supply chain fields. The concept began as an informal
meeting to foster research and professional development among young logistics scholars.
It includes panel discussions, paper development workshops, tours, and presentations,
in addition to several networking opportunities.
Past hosts include Auburn University, Arizona State University, Colorado State University,
Iowa State University, Michigan State University, Ohio State University, Pennsylvania
State University, Texas Christian University, University of Alabama, University of
Arkansas, University of Maryland, University of North Texas, University of Oklahoma,
and University of Tennessee. These schools underwrite the event activities to keep
costs low. Faculty and students only need to pay for travel and lodging (i.e., there
is no cost to register).
The annual DLDS includes:
Panel Discussions: On topics like research methodologies, teaching strategies, the
publication process, and career advice.
Networking Opportunities: Allowing students to connect with faculty from various institutions
and industry professionals.
Research Presentations: Doctoral candidates might present their research, getting
feedback from peers and experienced academics.
Career Development Opportunities: Workshops or sessions might focus on the job market,
what to expect in academia or industry, and how to navigate the tenure process or
industry roles.
Our event at Auburn University’s Harbert College of Business will span two and a half
days (i.e., February 20-22, 2025), including informal meet-and-greet sessions, sessions
with experts, and opportunities to engage with the field’s top editors, a company
and lab tour, and concludes with future directions in logistics research. This time
there will also be a new ‘early career researcher’ session for advanced doctoral students
and young assistant professors (typically < 4 years into their career) on Thursday
before the welcome reception.
Who should attend
Any faculty members may attend and we encourage them to bring as many Ph.D. students
as they are able. The more students, the better for the future of the field in terms
of enhancing the quality of research, preparing the next generation of academics,
and building a community of scholars in logistics and SCM.
Registration
There is no registration fee, but we require a headcount for planning purposes. Please
register as soon as possible.
Getting to Auburn and Accommodations
Atlanta (GA), and Montgomery (AL) are the two most convenient airports to Auburn.
The Atlanta airport is about 90 miles away and has direct connectivity to most US
and global cities. Montgomery is a regional airport that will typically connect to
other cities through hubs in Dallas and Washington DC. Guests can rent a car at either
one of these airports to drive to Auburn. The drive from Atlanta is about 90 minutes,
while that from Montgomery is about 60 minutes (Guests are informed that there is
a time zone change between Atlanta and Auburn). Shuttle services are also available
from Atlanta to Auburn through Groome Transportation.
Pat Daugherty is one of the most eminent academicians in the field of logistics and
supply chain management, known for her expertise in logistics, supply chains, integration,
and cooperation. Throughout her academic career, she has held several prestigious
positions including the Siegfried Chair in Marketing at the University of Oklahoma,
the Bowersox–Thull Chair in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Michigan State
University, and the Debbie and Jerry Ivy Chair in Business at Iowa State University.
She has published extensively in research journals and was the editor-in-chief of
the Journal of Business Logistics from 2001 to 2005. Her work has contributed to understanding
integrated logistics, supply chain collaboration, and logistical service performance.
She retired in 2022, but her contributions to the field of logistics and supply chain
management continue to be recognized and resulted in her being named to the alumni
hall of fame by the Western Michigan University Haworth College of Business. Starting
from 2024, this annual event will be called the Daugherty Logistics Doctoral Symposium
to honor her tireless contributions to our discipline.
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