Milgard School of Business

Learn how to leverage LinkedIn to get the job you want Tuesday, September 24 from 5:30-8:00pm in MLG 311.📣

Join UWT Alum Alex Harlan who will share the tips and tricks he used to get a job with Google! Come learn from a professional! 🎓

We’re proud to congratulate Milgard Professor Shalini S Jain and Foster Professor Shailendra Pratap Jain on the release of their new book, Managing Brand Transgressions: 8 Principles to Transform Your Brand. 📚

Inspired by the rebranding efforts following George Floyd’s death, this important work delves into how brands can navigate challenges, rebuild trust, and emerge stronger. Their book provides valuable insights and guidance for turning brand missteps into opportunities for growth.

This is a significant achievement, and we’re thrilled to celebrate their contribution to the field of brand management! Read more in our article here: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/business/8-steps-manage-transgressions-and-rebuild-trust-brand

"The Sports Enterprise Management program truly helped me see the behind the scenes of the sports industry financially and operationally, it also introduced me to many great connections within the industry that will help further my career in the industry going forward!" Learn more about the program: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/business/sem

“The time I spent in my Sports Enterprise Management courses held some of the most influential experiences I can look back on in my professional development. Being able to apply business concepts from my finance major through the lens of sports management, while also learning directly from some of the industry's best, was truly invaluable.” Learn more: https://bit.ly/4djdpv_SEM

Some students really know what they want from their education. When Heidi learned that her veteran's benefit could be used at the University of Washington Tacoma, she was all in to pursue her passion: the Business of Sports! Heidi's story: https://bit.ly/46lBWhK_Heidi

✉️ We're inviting everyone, from students to community members interested in competing, to join us on September 20th at Trophy Lake Golf! 🏌️
The Milgard School of Business is excited to partner with Financial Insights Wealth Management for Tacoma’s very first business golf cup! ⛳️ Proceeds go directly to supporting the Business Excellence Fund. ‍🎓

Want to learn more? Contact Bertha Fuentes at [email protected]

"My time in the Sports Enterprise Management program at UW Tacoma has been an absolute homerun! Picture this: rubbing elbows with sports big shots, touring Cheney Stadium like a VIP, and diving headfirst into the exciting world of sports business. And here's the thing, I knew NOTHING about sports before taking these classes, must say it’s been a touchdown experience, at the very least! One of the highlights? Definitely getting to cheer on our local Rainiers while soaking up the atmosphere was a grand slam of fun. And who can forget Professor Stan Emert – a true MVP of the UWT Milgard School of Business faculty!"
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4djdpv_SEM

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Milgard's Entrepreneurship Academy wrapped up its inaugural year with a pitch competition between seven innovative business concepts. Congratulations to our students who worked hard to excel in this extra-curricular program. Many thanks to our insightful judges, Randy Rushforth and Greg Biersack!
Learn more about the program: https://bit.ly/4bKPXa4_Courses

Sports Enterprise Management students attended the SEM Advisory Board meeting at America’s Car Museum. The students discussed the new SEM Registered Student Organization (RSO). Board members in person and by Zoom from the Cheney Foundation, Tacoma Rainiers, Tacoma Public Schools, Seattle Mariners, ROOT Sports and Whitsitt Enterprises also attended. https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/business/sem

👸We recognize no queen but the true heir of the Iron Throne - Rhaenyra Targaryen.🏰
Fire Reigns. 🔥 Hendrix honors his oaths ⚔️

Attend a Zoom Info Session at NOON, Tuesday, September 17. Learn more about MSAcc's (stem) 9 and 18-month programs. Every year our students meet employers, land great internships and even careers! Speak to our UW Tacoma Advisors and get your questions answered. Register now: https://bit.ly/3yutnEH_InfoSessions

UW Tacoma Accounting students celebrate another successful year at Accounting Recognition Night! Over 80 students, employers, faculty and staff attended this year's event at the Silver Cloud in Point Ruston. Awards were given for Accounting Students of the Year, Highest GPA, Leadership, and WSCPA scholarships. Special thanks to the Accounting Student Association for providing another top-notch community engagement opportunity. 📣⭐

Portfolium is free for all UW Tacoma students. Share your projects, internships, employment and accomplishments even after GRADUATING! https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/it/portfolium

🌟 Congratulations, Antoinett Atkins 🌟

We are thrilled to share that our very own MBA student, Antoinett Atkins, has been awarded the prestigious AAUW Selected Professions Fellowship for 2023-24! This highly competitive award provides $20,000 to support her academic and professional journey.

📽️ Watch this exclusive interview to hear Antoinett discuss her journey, goals, and the impact of this fellowship on her career in business administration.

https://youtu.be/APKi-XBTQx8?feature=shared

Founded in 1881, AAUW is a leading source of funding for graduate women, supporting their advancement in fields where they have been historically underrepresented. We are incredibly proud of Antoinett's achievements and can't wait to see the amazing things she will accomplish!

CJ James (Biomedical Sciences) and Ahmed Ahmed (MSB/Accounting), guided by Alireza Boloori (MSB) and Sharon Laing (SNHCL), are leading a groundbreaking project! CJ, a Mary Gates Research Scholar, and Ahmed are exploring how hospital metrics impact health disparities in Pierce County.

🏥 Goal: Identify key metrics to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities linked to race and socioeconomic status. This project, sponsored by MSB and UWT's Office of Equity and Inclusion, aims to make healthcare more effective and equitable.

📈 Watch how their work influences the future of healthcare!

We are pleased to share the finalists for this year's UW FinTech Pitch! Our finalists will have the chance to present their fintech ideas on Thursday, May 30th at Milgard Hall, Room 110 at University of Washington Tacoma. All are welcome to attend the presentations. 💡

(Milgard School of Business, Center for Business Analytics)

On Friday May 10th, a perfectly toasty Spring Friday evening, Milgard Accounting students, alumni and employers celebrated each others' success, plus the end of another quarter! Five lucky raffle winners went home with great prizes & bragging rights. Be there for our next Accounting TGIF!

Clint’s humble roots in a rural Oregon town of 2,052 formed a strong ethic for what was to come. He now runs the multistate Columbia Banking System and Umpqua Bank with 5,600 employees and $54 billion in assets. Committed to Tacoma, Stein sees exciting business opportunities for the South Sound.

Every year the Milgard School of Business invites nominations for truly outstanding Business Leaders making a difference in our community. South Sound Business magazine features them and in mid-May the UW Tacoma campus hosts our Annual Business Leadership Award dinner. The emcee for this years celebration is Jen Mueller of Root Sports fame. Learn more about our Business Leader of the Year Awardee: https://bit.ly/3Umghkb_Clint

ONE WEEK TO GO!
🔥 Join us for a Fireside Chat with Dr. Altaf Merchant, the Gary E. & James A. Milgard Endowed Dean of the Milgard School of Business! 🎓

📅 When: Monday, May 20th
⏰ Time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
📍 Where: MLG 322 The Financial Wellness & Markets Lab

What to Expect:
💬 Engaging Q&A session with Dean Merchant
🍽 Complimentary lunch provided
📚 Book giveaway featuring top picks from the Dean

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to gain insights directly from a visionary leader in business education. Whether you're curious about academic paths, future trends, or leadership advice, this chat is your chance to connect and ask your burning questions!

🔗 Register now https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/business/events?trumbaEmbed=eventid%3D174656201%26seotitle%3DMilgard-Deans-Fireside-Chat%26view%3Devent%26-childview%3D -4016 and secure your spot for an inspiring afternoon!

This community leader is dedicated to public service. His work in Washington state government, Pierce County, college administrations and many nonprofits make us all thankful that Lyle Quasim calls Tacoma home.

Every year the Milgard School of Business invites nominations for truly outstanding Business Leaders making a difference in our community. South Sound Business magazine features them and in mid-May the UW Tacoma campus hosts our Annual Business Leadership Award dinner. The emcee for this years celebration is Jen Mueller of Root Sports fame. Learn more about our DEI Leadership Awardee: https://bit.ly/44qLiI7_Lyle

Dean Allen is leading transformative change to address the overlapping climate, affordability and equity crises by relentlessly pursuing Action for Impact across the built environment. Under his leadership, McKinstry is ushering in a zero-carbon future that decarbonizes our nation’s buildings and energy infrastructure to better serve our communities.

Every year the Milgard School of Business invites nominations for truly outstanding Business Leaders making a difference in our community. South Sound Business magazine features them and in mid-May the UW Tacoma campus hosts our Annual Business Leadership Award dinner. The emcee for this year's celebration is Jen Mueller of Root Sports fame.
Learn more about our Lifetime Achievement Awardee: https://bit.ly/3wgFFzG_Dean