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Mendoza News
Mendoza College of Business is undergoing significant renovations with the construction of three major projects aimed at enhancing both research and student experience, including the North Addition, the Trading Room, and the Mendoza Behavioral Lab. As part of its commitment to "Building the Good in Business," the College is also introducing online courses for military spouses in partnership with the Military Spouse Advocacy Network. In addition, NBA president Byron Spruell shared valuable career insights during a recent Dean's Speaker Series event, emphasizing the importance of hard work, service to others, and building a supportive network.
College News
This month's updates from the Mendoza College of Business include a new MBA career framework designed to align coursework with key career pathways such as consulting and finance, enhancing flexibility for student futures. The college recently celebrated its centenary with a conference focused on maintaining spiritual values in business, alongside sessions addressing ethics and societal impact. In rankings news, Mendoza secured the #5 spot for best undergraduate business schools, and four-time Olympian Lindsey Vonn delivered an inspiring keynote at the Women's Investing Summit, encouraging attendees to embrace risk and leadership.
Faculty News
The latest updates from Mendoza highlight recent achievements and initiatives aimed at enhancing student experiences and professional development. Alex Evans, a student in the Master of Science in Business Analytics, earned the title of first programming champion for the year, winning with a creative text-based game. The ND Elevate program launched to empower women in leadership, featuring prominent speakers and immersive learning experiences. Mendoza also co-hosted an economics conference, celebrated research with societal impact, and integrated virtual reality technology into strategic management classes for a more engaging learning environment.
In the Classroom
Mendoza's community engagement shines through a variety of initiatives and events. From Ian McMillan's inspiring story that led to the creation of the Pediatric Pep Talk nonprofit, connecting young patients with athletes, to Christian McKernan's service trip to aid Ukrainian refugees, the spirit of giving back is strong. Other efforts include fundraising activities by the Executive MBA Class of '23, a gala for Cultivate Food Rescue, cultural celebrations like Dia de los Muertos, and a week dedicated to commemorating Black history and excellence at Mendoza.
College News
Mendoza College of Business is revising its undergraduate Business Core curriculum to enhance flexibility and allow students to tailor their education to their interests and career goals. The new curriculum reduces required courses from 18 to 10 and includes broadening electives, opening up opportunities for specializations and cross-disciplinary studies. This change, effective for the Class of 2026, aims to support students' diverse academic pathways while fostering innovation in course offerings.