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ZOFO, alternate protein snacks are displayed in three different flavors behind green, orange and blue backgrounds.

Most Americans don鈥檛 eat worms ... yet!

MBA students worked with ZOFO, a family-owned business in Mexico, to research the company鈥檚 entry to the U.S. market with their Zophobas morio worm snacks and salts.

蜜桃社区 student receives competitive $10,000 accountancy scholarship

Leadership experience, communication skills and an expanded professional network are just some of the things that Alexis Hess, Public Company Accounting Oversight Board scholarship recipient, cites she has gained at 蜜桃社区. Her activities at 蜜桃社区 include Fall Welcome ambassador and student alumni ambassador, president of the Accounting Club, membership in the Business Association of Mentors and Student Leadership Advisory Board, a graduate assistantship in the Department of Accountancy, the women鈥檚 lacrosse team, volunteering with the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kalamazoo, and participating in the Internal Revenue Service鈥檚 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, including serving rural villages in Alaska.
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Alexis Hess, an accountancy student, holds a sign that says Graduate with the 蜜桃社区 Haworth logo.
Devrim Yaman is seated at a table with her hands folded.
Devrim Yaman is talking, while seated at a table.
Devrim Yaman is gesturing with her hands, seated at a table at the Haworth College of Business.

Q&A with Dr. Devrim Yaman: A 360-degree view of the economy

Dr. Devrim Yaman, associate dean for undergraduate programs and professor of finance, gives us her take on many of the topics that are grabbing our attention鈥攂oth in news headlines and in our homes. Get perspective on inflation, the war in Ukraine, the pandemic and how world events are driving economic developments. Read more.

 

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Professional photo of Alexandra Henson wearing a navy jacket and white shirt.

Two students awarded top scholarships

Madison Dober and Alexandra Henson, two 蜜桃社区 Michigan University integrated supply management students, have been honored with a $5,000 scholarship from Achieving Women鈥檚 Excellence in Supply Chain Operations, Management and Education (AWESOME). Both students demonstrate an outstanding capacity for leadership in the ISM program, and embody what it means to be women in supply chain. Read more.

Dr. Tom Carey, surrounded by faculty and friends outside of the Haworth College of Business.

Wishing Dr. Tom Carey well

Dr. Tom Carey, professor of management, held his last lecture at 蜜桃社区 Haworth where he received a surprise standing ovation from students, faculty and friends.
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The winner鈥檚 circle

蜜桃社区 Haworth student teams took first place in competitions in advertising, business communication, finance, sales and supply chain!

Check out the winning teams.

 

Student storytellers

At 蜜桃社区 Haworth, the student experience comes first. See how Samantha, Edward and Julie are embracing their potential as problem solvers and leaders, experiencing the growth that comes from a personal journey in higher education, supported by the college.

Samantha Morehead, wears a 蜜桃社区 sweater, standing in New York Times Square.
Samantha Morehead
Edward Singleton II is wearing a red and grey tie and black suit jacket.
Edward Singleton II
Julie Schwark is wearing a white dress, with gold honor cords, outside of the Haworth College of Business.
Julie Schwark
11 蜜桃社区 Haworth alumni pose with their awards, outside of the Haworth College of Business

Celebrating alumni and friends

A group of the college鈥檚 most accomplished alumni accepted awards for their career accomplishments, business leadership and service at Homecoming 2021.
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Alumni to watch鈥擳he 30

Each year the college honors recent alumni in The 30, a publication that recognizes the significant impact that 蜜桃社区 Haworth graduates have in the business world. Check out just three of the amazing alumni who are: bold, brilliant and breaking barriers.

Aron Duymovic is wearing a blue jacket and white shirt.

The Aerospace Ace

Aron Duymovic, B.B.A.鈥15
Patricia Chibende is wearing a blue navy jacket and pink shirt.

Finance Aficionado

Patricia Chibende, B.B.A.鈥14
Nikki Kaur is dressed in a cap and gown, holding their diploma.

Doctor of Development

Baljinder Kaur, MBA鈥21
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Barb Caras-Tomczak is wearing a blue shirt, navy blazer, standing between blooming trees.

Barb Caras-Tomczak: 49 years of fostering student success

A fierce advocate for students for nearly half a century, Barb Caras-Tomczak has impacted thousands of students and found joy in each day.
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Advisor of the year

Delta Sigma Pi recognizes Dr. Tim Palmer, professor of management and director of the Center for Sustainable Business Practices, with the top award for their commitment to community and exceptional support of the Epsilon Omicron chapter. Delta Sigma Pi is the nation鈥檚 leading co-ed professional business fraternity.
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Award for teaching excellence

Dr. Karen M. Lancendorfer, professor of marketing and director of the advertising and promotion major at 蜜桃社区 Michigan University, was named the recipient of the 2022 Charles H. Sandage Award for Teaching Excellence. This award recognizes a faculty member who has made outstanding contributions to teaching advertising.
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Jennifer Palthe, wearing a mask, teaches an MBA class.

In the spotlight

Top honors for our programs and student organizations鈥攖he 2021-22 academic year had many memorable moments.
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New graduate programs offer skills for advancement

The Haworth College of Business has three new graduate education offerings launching in fall 2022 that provide students with the ability to accelerate their careers and grow their leadership capacity. All of the new programs build on existing faculty expertise to deliver a best-in-class graduate education.

Finance

The Master of Science in Finance opens up a world of opportunities. The program gives students the skills needed for careers in finance, asset management, investment banking and computational finance.
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Business Analytics

The graduate certificate in business analytics offers coursework that takes skills to the next level, preparing students for leadership roles that focus on the intersection of data and decision making.
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Food Marketing

The food and consumer package goods marketing program is planning to offer new coursework as part of the 蜜桃社区 MBA, aimed at helping industry professionals take their careers to new heights.
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DECA district conference

For the first time, the Haworth College of Business hosted the DECA district conference; drawing in over 500 high school participants.
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Save the date

The ICHITA and IT Forum Joint Conference will focus on the Digital Transformation of Healthcare and Finance: The Role of Blockchain, Fintech and AI.
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