Category: Members in the News

Tarleton State University to Host Business Leaders in ‘Executive in Residence’ Program

February 16, 2021

The Tarleton State University College of Business hosts its 2021 Executive in Residence, John Avila, at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, via Zoom. Avila chairs the board of directors at Byrne Construction Services. He became Byrne’s majority stockholder in 1995 after a distinguished career as a senior executive at several of the nation’s top commercial contractors. … More Tarleton State University to Host Business Leaders in ‘Executive in Residence’ Program

Piedmont College to Become Piedmont University in 2021

February 16, 2021

In recognition of dramatic growth and transformation at the institution over the past two decades, the Piedmont College Board of Trustees approved changing the name to Piedmont University early 2021. The proposal was unanimously endorsed by the Piedmont College Alumni Board. “Increasingly we are viewed as a regional liberal arts university,” stated President James F. … More Piedmont College to Become Piedmont University in 2021

Interview with Chairman of the Australian College of Kuwait (ACK)

February 8, 2021

KUWAIT: Established initially to grant Diploma Degrees based on two-year programs, ACK evolved over the years into an institution with strategic international ties, fulfilling regulatory and academic accrediting requirements and offering Diploma and Bachelor programs in Engineering, Business, and Aviation. ACK’s mission has always been to fulfill its strategic direction of graduating capable lifelong learners … More Interview with Chairman of the Australian College of Kuwait (ACK)

Cal Lutheran’s Management School Gains Accreditation

January 29, 2021

Certification follows a three-year review of the university’s programs. California Lutheran University now has a fully accredited School of Management. The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) certified the Thousand Oaks, Calif., private university without condition following a three-year review of its business school. The ACBSP noted the School of Management’s supportive services … More Cal Lutheran’s Management School Gains Accreditation

Oklahoma Baptist University Micro-Internship with YMCA

January 25, 2021

Students at Oklahoma Baptist University worked with Shawnee YMCA during the Fall semester to assist with their Social Media marketing techniques. The two students Jamie Edwards and Deise Ferrara were students in the Marketing Analytics and Intel class. This class is taught by Dr. Daryl Green, assistant professor of business and Dickinson Chair of Business. … More Oklahoma Baptist University Micro-Internship with YMCA

Lipscomb University College of Business Named Top in Tennessee, One of Top in Nation for Fifth Year

January 19, 2021

Lipscomb program consistently ranked among top in state, nation by Poets&Quants Lipscomb University’s College of Business has once again been ranked the top undergrad program in Tennessee and is among the top 60 in the nation by Poets&Quants for Undergrads, the leading online publication for undergraduate business education news. This is the fifth consecutive year … More Lipscomb University College of Business Named Top in Tennessee, One of Top in Nation for Fifth Year

Northern Oklahoma College President Cheryl Evans Announces Retirement Plans: Evans Sets Retirement for June 30, 2021

January 11, 2021

After serving 10 years as Northern Oklahoma College president, Dr. Cheryl Evans announced her plans to retire effective June 30, 2021. “After much reflection over the winter break, I determined that the timing is right for my personal life and the life of this historic 120-year-old college,” Evans said. “In the back of my mind, I’ve always … More Northern Oklahoma College President Cheryl Evans Announces Retirement Plans: Evans Sets Retirement for June 30, 2021

Business Students of Oklahoma Baptist University Help Local Organizations During COVID-19

January 4, 2021

Students of the Paul Dickinson College of Business of Oklahoma Baptist University assist local organizations to help cope with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Paul Dickinson College of Business of Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU) has always demonstrated their commitment to helping businesses grow by offering marketing assistance to business owners around the globe. … More Business Students of Oklahoma Baptist University Help Local Organizations During COVID-19

Pacific University College of Business Earns ACBSP Accreditation

December 18, 2020

The Pacific University College of Business has received accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). “Those programs granted ACBSP accreditation have shown their commitment to teaching excellence and to the process of quality improvement by participating in the accreditation process,” said Steve Parscale, ACBSP chief accreditation officer. “The initial accreditation of … More Pacific University College of Business Earns ACBSP Accreditation

Milligan Business Programs Receive ACBSP Accreditation

November 27, 2020

Milligan University’s business programs in the William B. Greene, Jr. School of Business and Technology have received accreditation from the Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Board of Commissioners for the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). “One of Milligan’s first academic programs, dating back over 150 years, was business administration, and it is gratifying to know … More Milligan Business Programs Receive ACBSP Accreditation