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The Dallas Experience

by Genevieve McCutcheon, Marketing and Communications Coordinator for CPM Market Process Scholars and Public Choice Associates from the Center for Public Choice & Market Process recently traveled to Dallas, Texas with CPM Director Peter Calcagno. They met with Robert Lawson, Director of the Bridwell Institute of Economic Freedom at SMU; CofC alum Rupert Munro, Chief…

Introducing new advanced manufacturing programs

The College of Charleston is launching both an undergraduate certificate and a Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) concentration in advanced manufacturing, starting in fall 2024. An innovative collaboration between the School of Business and the School of Engineering, Computing, and Mathematics, the new advanced manufacturing programs will equip students with cutting-edge skills and knowledge for the rapidly evolving field. It…

Thank you, Molly!

At the end of the month we will be saying “see you later” to our colleague Molly as she returns to Texas to be closer to family and her new opportunity at UT Arlington. Molly has positively impacted our School since she arrived almost a year ago and has helped us build a culture of…

Hospitality alumnus handles public affairs in Baltimore bridge collapse

Dylan Burnell ’21, a Charleston District public affairs specialist for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, spent 33 days handling media relations at the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, Maryland. Check out his photography on The College Today.

Introducing the Newly Endowed Market Process Scholar Award

** From Peter Calcagno, Professor of Economics and Director, Center for Public Choice & Market Process ** Harold “Jay” Bowen, III, President and CIO of Bowen, Hanes & Company, Inc., a member of the Center for Public Choice & Market Process Advisory board, has made a four-year commitment to establish an endowment named after Jay’s…

Early bird tickets end soon for 2024 Strategic Investment Symposium

The 10th Annual CofC Strategic Investment Symposium is just 3 months away on October 25th, 2024, at The Charleston Place. This premier event offers unparalleled insight and networking opportunities for financial professionals, institutional wealth managers, individual investors, and students. Don’t miss out on early bird registration rates available until August 14th. Professional early bird registration…

Creating Equity for Future Students

Sally Rutherford and Glenn Wagner lost their son, Andrew Wagner ’10 last year after a difficult and prolonged illness. After Andrew passed away, they reached out to the College of Charleston to explore different ways to honor their son’s memory. They did so because of the tremendous role CofC had played in Andrew’s life, both during his…

Ryan Faucher ’15 — Part of the Fabric of the College

Thanks to scholarships, Ryan Faucher ’15 graduated from the College of Charleston magna cum laude without any debt. Since graduation, he has been reciprocating. In 2022, Ryan put the College in his will and created the Ryan C. Faucher ’15 Scholarship for out-of-state students with financial need. Read more about Ryan’s story and his gift…

College of Charleston student starts peer mentorship service

The universal experience of adjusting to a new environment can be challenging, especially for new students. That’s why Michael James “MJ” Biener decided to create Palmetto Mentors, a student-lead mentorship service offered to incoming first-year and transfer students. Inspired by his entrepreneurship classes, MJ Biener started the service to mitigate the stress of being a new student. Read…

College of Charleston Scholarship Opens Doors to Hospitality

When Chase Hirshorn was looking at universities as a high schooler in Rhode Island, the College of Charleston stood out. “There are not a lot of schools with a hospitality and tourism management major,” explains the rising senior, adding that it helped that the College is located in a city that repeatedly makes the top tourist destination lists….

Cory Werkheiser receives Dr. Murrell Award at Suitable Pathways

A big congratulations to Cory Werkheiser, director of Career Success, on winning the Dr. Murrell Award at this year’s Suitable Pathways Conference! The award is the student engagement software’s highest honor given to a partner who has significantly contributed to student success through innovative programs. The award recognizes individuals who have developed and implemented innovative…

Tickets now on sale for Women for Women Summit 2024

The Women for Women Summit, presented by the School of Business, returns Thursday, October 10, 2024, at the Charleston Gaillard Center. Speakers include: Lisa Cook, member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve Dianne Culhane, Transformational Leadership Coach and Strategic Guide Alice Finn, founder and CEO of PowerHouse Assets and author of Smart…

Frank Hefner shares insights on South Carolina Business Review

2024 has been a hot year so far for our state’s thermometer and economy. But could the business climate be cooling soon? Recently, Frank Hefner, director of the Office of Economic Analysis and professor of Economics, spoke with Mike Switzer of the South Carolina Business Review about the economy. Listen to the interview

Recruiting Participants for “Course Design for the Last Accounting Courses in the Business Major”

Kimberly Tribou (Accounting and Business Law) is studying sophomore student perceptions of the accounting profession. As part of this research, Dr. Tribou wants to interview faculty in other business school disciplines to better understand how students use financial statement information to support quantitative decision-making in their major coursework, their internships, and their future positions. These…

Professor Jennifer Barhorst provides commentary to WalletHub

Jennifer Barhorst, associate professor of marketing, provides expert commentary to WalletHub on the consumer risks associated with bank account bonuses. Read her commentary

Young alumnus establishes endowed scholarship for MSA students

Extraordinary happens with Justin Herp. With a passion for learning and a desire to experience all the campus had to offer, Justin Herp ’15 (M.S.A. ’16) embodied everything the College of Charleston looks for in a student. Now as an alumnus, Herp exemplifies a model graduate, one who is engaged and giving back to the College thanks…

Internship Drives College of Charleston Student’s Career Forward

Thanks to a Career Center Internship Award, international business major Julia Skladzinski found the perfect internship at Omnisight, an AI tech company in the intelligent transportation industry. The best part? She works alongside Aaron Pennell, Omnisight’s chief revenue officer and her professor for management and organizational behavior! Read more on The College Today

Recent grad begins promising career with information management minor

When asked why he decided to minor in information management along with his major in supply chain management, Griffiths Walker ’24 will tell you he wanted a more specialized degree. “I knew I wanted a business degree, but also wanted to have something that would make me stand out more. The combination of supply chain…

Congratulations, Michelle!

Congratulations to Michelle Futrell for receiving the 2024 Fred Hoover Excellence in Athletic Training Award by the South Carolina Athletic Trainers Association (SCATA)! The award is named after the longtime Clemson University athletic trainer and is SCATA’s most prestigious honor. It was created to recognize members who have shown a lifetime of commitment to improving…

School of Business sponsors the Chamber’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Conference

Last week, over 250 business leaders from more than 70 organizations gathered at the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce’s 5th Annual Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Conference. The School of Business supported the event as a table sponsor, and colleagues from all across campus attended. Speakers covered a range of topics, including income constraints, education, criminal…