eDividend, News from the Carson College of Business at WSU, December 2021. Happy Holidays.
A Message from Dean Chip Hunter.
As the year draws to a close, I want to express my deep gratitude for all you do to support the Carson College of Business. Our strength comes from the power of our community—not only our faculty, staff, and students, but the 38,000-plus alumni and friends who share our vision for providing a first-class business education and contributing to a diverse and vibrant Pacific Northwest economy.
Read the message from Dean Chip Hunter.
Gift Endows Program for Student Success in Accounting
A $3.5 million gift from an anonymous donor has established the Carson College of Business Endowed Program for Student Success in Accounting. The program will help accounting students with communication and leadership skills development, career consulting, and networking opportunities.
Read more about the gift endows program.
WSU Athletes Learn about Name, Image, and Likeness Opportunities
The Center for Entrepreneurship is helping WSU athletes navigate new NCAA policies allowing them to profit from their name, image, and likeness. In a one-credit class, student-athletes learn about developing their own brand, contracts, digital marketing, and taxes.
Read more about WSU athletes.
Holiday Shoppers Eager for In-Store Experience, Survey Finds
Many Pacific Northwest residents are excited to return to in-store shopping, according to the college’s fifth annual holiday shopping survey. However, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have a tremendous impact on consumer behavior, and perceptions about safety protocols differ greatly across the region, the survey reveals.
Read more about holiday shoppers.
Alumnus Mike Seely Reinvents Mint Business with Peppermint Patties
Mint farmer Mike Seely thought he’d have to find another crop when prices for commodity mint oil plunged in the early 2000s. Instead, he used the knowledge from his Carson College MBA to develop a line of mint candies. Seely’s peppermint patties are featured in Burgerville’s mint patty shakes, and his candies are sold at Whole Foods, New Seasons, and other specialty grocers.
Read more about alumnus Mike Seely.
Students Explore Professional Sales Careers as Program Expands to Pullman
About 125 Pullman students are taking classes in the Professional Sales Program. Students from all majors are welcome in the program, which got its start at WSU Vancouver. They learn skills for business-to-business sales or persuasive communication.
Read more about the sales careers program.
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