The director of the Center for Free Enterprise at West Virginia University has been recognized with an award for scholarly accomplishments by the Association of Private Enterprise Education.
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B&E celebrates the WVU Class of 2018
It’s hard to believe another four years have come and gone at the West Virginia University College of Business and Economics. But nonetheless, they were four years of discovery, innovation and rugged determination, which culminated on May 12 during the Spring 2018 Commencement Ceremony at the WVU Coliseum.
The College of B&E family is eager to see what the future is for the Class of 2018 as they forge ahead into the global marketplace and become business leaders. Congratulations to our newest graduates. B&E is proud to now call you alumni and forever Mountaineers.
B&E marketing professor recognized for service-learning education
A member of the marketing faculty at the West Virginia University College of Business and Economics has been recognized with the 2018 Award for Excellence in Service-Learning Instruction.
Dr. Li Wang , a teaching assistant professor of marketing at B&E, was recognized by WVU on April 19 with the award, one of the Excellence in Civic Engagement Awards presented by the university. Service-learning courses are a priority at WVU because they encompass experiential learning while creating a meaningful impact on the community.
WVU students join West Virginia-based MVB at Nasdaq closing bell
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — When Fairmont, West Virginia-based MVB Financial Corp. rang
the Nasdaq closing bell in New York City on March 28, you could hear that bell
all the way back at West Virginia University.
The present met the past at Nasdaq that day, as finance students at the WVU College of Business and Economics joined MVB officials — many of whom are B&E alumni — at the podium for the ceremonial ringing. It had already been a big week for the business school students, who had also visited the New York Stock Exchange, globally recognized financial companies and alumni such as Wall Street executive Penni Roll, a B&E alumna who is CFO of Ares Capital Corporation in New York.
MBA student fosters inclusive environment at WVU, recognized by ISO
Whether it is through music or just simply a kind act, Dollar Agbemadon goes out of his way to encourage and strengthen the diverse and inclusive culture on the West Virginia University campus. And recently, the MBAgraduate student was recognized by the WVU International Student Organization for his outstanding efforts to promote understanding between the community and international students.
Agbemadon is a native of Accra, Ghana. He earned his undergraduate degree in management from the WVU College of Business and Economicsin 2015. Now, as a graduate student, he says he can remember what it was like embarking on this journey in a place where he didn’t know anyone.
WVU business school alumnus makes major gift to benefit new B&E building, major projects
As the West Virginia University College of Business and Economics embarks on a new chapter with plans of a new building complex and other innovative and entrepreneurial initiatives, B&E alumni like Bryan Katchur are helping to the lead the way.
WVU business school named divisional champions at international supply chain competition
West Virginia University’s Global Supply Chain Management program has not be around a long time, but you would never know that from the accolades it has received in its short life.
Secretary of State among speakers at West Virginia high school/collegiate business plan competition workshop February 3
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner will be among several experts who will work with high school and collegiate student teams hoping to create viable businesses in the state.
WVU, B&E honor faculty and staff with 150 Celebration Coins
Throughout the past year, West Virginia University celebrated a milestone year – the 150th anniversary of the state’s land-grant institution. The WVU family honored its humble beginnings, saluted the years of rugged determination and began to forge an even brighter future — the University’s next 150 years — while also toasting to the present and the people who are currently leading a transformation in West Virginia and around the world.
Egg drop exercise shows students value of resources
College courses are not what they once were. They are not solely driven by lectures or presenting concepts. They are driven by engagement. They are driven by experiment, by doing. And the faculty at the West Virginia University College of Business and Economics are at the forefront of this revolution, providing WVU business students with an innovative education and learning experiences they can apply in their careers.