In May, Carter Allen left his job at Starbucks’ corporate office and became a principal consultant with DevGlobal Partners. He was assigned to support the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation COVID-19 response. “I’m supporting several teams over at the foundation focused on the global development and delivery of vaccines, diagnostic tools, therapeutics and then also … [Read more...] about With a heart for service, alumnus works on vaccine distribution
Christina Lehr, a nurse for 25 years, was enrolled in COB’s Master of Health Administration program when she decided to “bite the bullet” and take three classes her final semester. That was going into spring 2020. “Never did I think COVID would hit. It had me scrambling,” Lehr said. Lehr’s professors worked with her to complete her master’s while she juggled work … [Read more...] about This Bear was part of CoxHealth’s COVID response team
When student Morgan Alexandra George began a research paper for a marketing class, she was encouraged by Dr. Ismet Anitsal to take it the next level. It ended up earning a research award and is now under review for publication in an academic journal. Working with faculty to succeed In spring 2020, George, marketing major, was assigned to write a research paper on a topic of … [Read more...] about Marketing student goes above and beyond
This council promotes the interests of the college and advises the dean and leadership team throughout the year. The EAC convenes on the MSU campus for semi-annual meetings. The council plays a significant role in strategic planning, providing advice and support for enhancing programs and services, creating connections to the business community, and identifying new … [Read more...] about Introducing our Executive Advisory Council
Veterans United Home Loans, the nation’s largest VA purchase lender, opened its first non-veteran loan division in Springfield. The new company, Paddio, will be headquartered in the Queen City. Ryan Kluttz, director of production, said Springfield attracted them because of its workforce and business climate. A great city and great workforce When they were looking at … [Read more...] about Open for business