Letter From The Dean

It is only if we first dream it that we can do it, but how can we dream if we can’t see past the horizon?

A college education is truly transformative, when it lifts our sights beyond what is in front of us,

to see the possibilities of what is now only imagined.

“Oh, the places you’ll go,” wrote Dr. Seuss in his classic book that has become a staple graduation gift. What Dr. Seuss would not have considered, however, is just how many places students in ISU’s College of Business have been able to go while pursuing their education.

Masters of Healthcare Administration Becomes CAHME Accredited

The Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) Board of Directors has approved the initial accreditation of Idaho State University’s Masters of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program, housed in the College of Business.

This accreditation reflects years of intentional work outlining the MHA curriculum, outcomes and partnerships with the highest standards in healthcare management education. It also speaks to the dedication of faculty and the quality of education ISU provides.

Alumni Support Fuels Scholarships, Competitions and Student Growth

Alumni support plays a vital role in expanding opportunities for students in the College of Business. Through generous donations, alumni help fund scholarships, hands-on learning experiences, academic competitions and even recreational enhancements. These contributions reduce financial barriers while allowing students to grow academically, professionally and personally. The following are funds that were created by College of Business alumni throughout the semester.

College of Business Activities

Highlights include Back to Business, Bengal Street Party, engaging asynchronously, Executive in Residence and amplifying Bengal voices through the College's social media channels.

Competitions Give Current and Future Bengals Opportunities to Win Big

The College of Business offers two pitchstyle competitions for students to compete in every semester. New this year was the opportunity for future Bengals to pitch their business ideas.

A College of Business tradition, the Sales Competition invites students from across campus to gain invaluable experience diving into the principles of sales for a chance to win cash prizes. This semester’s sponsor was Farm Bureau.

Professional Development Month: Creating a Career-Ready Culture

The College of Business places a strong emphasis on building a career-ready culture among students through our unique Professional Development program. Part of the program includes Professional Development Month. For the eighth year, the month of September was packed full of opportunities to help students become more career-ready and find internships or jobs. Events during the month included an etiquette and networking dinner, resume review sessions, a business attire fashion show, a career fair and an accounting symposium.

Chasing Horizons

Horizons aren’t just lines on a map or silhouettes in the distance. Horizons represent the future. They’re the place you look to for strength when the finish line feels far away.

That same pull towards what lies ahead shapes a Bengals academic journey, because getting a degree is a story of distance in all its forms. With every class taken, every goal pursued, College of Business Bengals move closer to the lives they’ve dreamed of.

Ovations and Collaborations

College of Business faculty are recognized leaders in teaching and research, earning prestigious awards that reflect their impact in the classroom and beyond. In addition to professorships, awards and research published in highly respected journals, this semester brought an increase in collaboration across business programs as well as among alumni and business partners. These collaborations enrich coursework, create more integrated learning experiences and expose students to new perspectives within business.

Welcoming New Faculty

Meet Visiting Faculty of Marketing Dr. Andreea Bujac and Assistant Professor of Finance Dr. Jennifer Liang

Recognizing Retiring Faculty

Join us in thanking Professor of Finance Dr. Ann Hackert, Professor of Informatics Dr. Tom Ottoway and Professor of Economics Dr. Tesa Stegner.

Record Number of Trees and Nonprofit Beneficiaries at Festival of Trees

For the fourth year, the College of Business partnered with presenting sponsor Lookout Credit Union to host the Festival of Trees. A local holiday favorite that launches the holiday season for many, the Festival of Trees aims to capture the magic of the holidays while bringing the community together in support of local education and community needs. 

Walk and Talk with the Dean

Every Monday through the fall semester, Interim Dean Dr. Alex Bolinger invited students, faculty and staff from across campus to join him for two laps around the Quad during the lunch hour. Walkers were welcomed to talk about classes, research, campus life or whatever was on their minds. While walkers came and went as their schedules allowed, a core group of students developed and joined Bolinger every week. It was through these regular meetings Bolinger was able to get to know the students well, and one student, freshman Jordyn House, was even able to secure a Career Path Internship through an introduction made during the walks.

A Message of Thanks

Many years ago, I took my first official College of Business class while pursuing a marketing minor. As an anthropology major, I remember feeling a bit of imposter syndrome - was I smart enough for a business class? Did I really belong alongside these business students?

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