Reflecting its commitment to continuously improve diversity and inclusion in the workforce, last year Great Southern Bank recognized an opportunity to accomplish is mission and support COB’s efforts to recruit and retain diverse business students. Matt Snyder, director of human resources, contacted his friend Kent Ragan, associate dean in the College of Business, to discuss … [Read more...] about New scholarship creates opportunities
Since 1998, COB’s Master of Health Administration (MHA) has attracted working health care professionals and those seeking a career in the health care industry. In 2009, COB leveraged its existing MHA curriculum and faculty to begin offering a contractually arranged Executive option. It serves local health care organizations in a cohort model, enabling clinical and … [Read more...] about Producing leaders for the health care sector
If complete strangers offered to change your life, would you trust them? Could you believe their kindness? In a sense, this happens when a student is given a scholarship. But it happened in the most extraordinary way to Dr. Yohannan Abraham. A chance encounter with a Minnesota couple changed the trajectory of his future. It afforded him a college … [Read more...] about A life transformed by the power of education
The recent national focus on racism and inequality has led to discussions of what the government, corporations and higher education institutions are doing to advance diversity and inclusion. For years, MSU has worked to recruit and retain diverse students, faculty and staff. We strive to create an inclusive campus that reflects our public affairs mission: ethical … [Read more...] about Diversity and inclusion at MSU and the College of Business
When Rob Stange toured Missouri State University, he had a gut reaction. “I had this feeling in my stomach, this is where I belong,” said Stange. Destined to be a Bear Through the College of Business, Stange earned a marketing degree in 2006 with an option in advertising and promotion. An MBA followed in fall 2007. At MSU, he found mentors and life-long friendships, … [Read more...] about This Bear helps bring Mickey merchandise to life