College of Business News
Students Navigate F-1, OPT and Beyond with BAL Info Session
Recently returning to the Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business for another collaboration was BAL, an immigration law firm, who presented invaluable insights during an information session aimed at international college students navigating the landscape of Optional Practical Training (OPT)…
Texas Healthcare Challenge Recognizes Venture College Fellows for Innovative Solution, Carelink
The Texas Healthcare Challenge (TXHCC), hosted by Health Wildcatters on February 23 and 24, brought together over 100 participants, including students, medical professionals and entrepreneurs. This two-day hackathon aimed at tackling healthcare issues through innovation saw 70 selected participants engage…
Hackathon Spring 2024: ‘Business Value Creation through AI Innovation’
In collaboration with the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) North Texas Chapter, the Texas A&M University-Commerce Marketing and Business Analytics student organization hosted the highly anticipated Hackathon Spring 2024 competition.
Twenty teams took part in the competition which…
Returning Serial Entrepreneur Inspires Future Entrepreneurs at the College of Business
Venture College, the Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business' hub for entrepreneurship, start-ups, and innovation, hosted Lea Ellermeier, CEO of BRIUS Technologies and esteemed serial entrepreneur.
Held via Zoom on February 28, 2024, the seminar provided students with invaluable insights…
A&M-Commerce Accounting and Finance Department hosts its Semi-Annual Town Hall Meeting
On March 7, 2024, the Accounting and Finance Department at Texas A&M University-Commerce hosted its semi-annual Town Hall Meeting, bringing together a vibrant and engaged community of students, faculty, staff, and industry experts from Texas Instruments, Moss Adams, and Saville…
Tenacious Leaders Discuss Non-Linear Career Pathways Success
The Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business Career Services welcomed another dynamic panel of esteemed Dallas–Fort Worth business leaders who served as speakers for our second Tenacious Leader Tuesday event.
This event provides an informal setting for leaders to share…
College of Business Students Take Part at UTA’s 8th Annual Business Symposium
Under the guidance of Texas A&M University-Commerce Assistant Professor of Business Analytics Dr. Vinayaka Gude, a delegation of six students from the College of Business participated in the 8th Annual Business Analytics Symposium hosted by the University of Arlington (UTA).…
Texas A&M-Commerce Alumni Association Honors 2024 Alumni Ambassadors
The 38th annual Alumni Ambassador Forum celebrates successful A&M-Commerce alumni.
The Alumni Association of Texas A&M University-Commerce recognized 21 new Alumni Ambassadors at the 2024 Alumni Ambassador Forum on Tuesday, March 19. The 38th annual forum was held in the…
Black History Month Extended: Celebrating the Contributions of Five Impactful TAMUC Professors
Black History Month Series Part 3: Honoring and Recognizing Impactful Black Figures in the Lion Family
As the echoes of Black History Month fade, the legacy of trailblazers like Dr. David Talbot continue to inspire forthcoming generations of brilliant professors…
College of Business Director Appointed to Dallas Junior Chamber of Commerce
Yazan Kakish, director of Marketing and Communications at the Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business and an Adjunct Professor of Marketing, has recently been appointed as the newest member of the Dallas Junior Chamber of Commerce (DJCC).
The DJCC, renowned…
A&M-Commerce Accounting Faculty Published by Online Journal, Podcast
Dr. James Hamill, Associate Professor of Accounting at Texas A&M University-Commerce, had an article recently featured in an online publication and made a guest appearance on a podcast to expound on his article. Hamill’s piece, “The Corporate Transparency Act May…
Goodwill Industries of Northeast Texas, Inc. and A&M-Commerce College of Business Partnership Forms Transformational Learning Expansion Model
The Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business proudly announces its latest initiative to forge transformative partnerships aimed at bridging the gap in applied knowledge for various service industries.
In pursuit of its commitment to providing enriching opportunities for students, the…
Mother Language Day at A&M-Commerce: Harnessing the Spirit of Cultural Celebration
Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business Assistant Professor of Finance and Faculty Advisor to the Bangladeshi Students Association (BSA) Dr. Azim Khan was invited to give a keynote address at the Global Students Association (GSA) of TAMUC's Mother Language Day…
College of Business Student Invited to Partake at Private Directors Association-DFW Monthly Meeting
Interim Associate Dean of the Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business and Professor of Management, Dr. Guclu Atinc, accompanied a group of five students from the Management 527 and Management 340/550 class to take part in the exclusive Private Directors…
A&M-Commerce Ranks Top Four at Baylor University’s National Collegiate Sports Analytics Competition
Under the guidance and supervision of Dr. Son Bui, several Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business students took part in Baylor University's National Collegiate Sports Analytics Competition, making their inaugural debut.
Hosted at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas,…
Finance Society Hosts First Event of the Year with Transformative Mergers & Acquisitions Panel
The Finance Society kicked off its annual calendar by hosting a captivating Mergers & Acquisitions Discussion Panel on February 14, 2024, at the Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business. Open to all students at the college, the event attracted an…
From Classroom to the Magic Kingdom, Meet the COB Grad Whose Wish Upon A Star Came True
Who knew that his “Wish Upon a Star” would come true when Brendan Easley first embarked on his academic journey at Texas A&M University-Commerce in the summer of 2021?
Facing a daunting dilemma due to the reduction of his athletic…
Successful Spring Kickoff: MKTBA Student Organization Welcomes College of Business Community
In celebration of the commencement of the Spring 2024 semester at Texas A&M University-Commerce, the Marketing and Business Analytics Student Organization (MKTBA) hosted a highly successful welcome party on February 1st at the Dallas location.
The event, which drew more…
Becker Returns to Host Informative Session on Accounting Careers and the CPA License
The Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business once again welcomed Becker, a renowned global leader in professional education, for an enlightening session on February 8, 2024.
Led by Kim Holland, Senior Account Manager at Becker, the event centered on accounting…
TAMUC Faculty Member Named One of Top 15 Black Economists in U.S. Higher Education
Dr. Augustine “Chuck” Arize, Texas A&M University-Commerce Regents Professor, was recently named one of the top Black economists in academe in an article published in the Review of Black Political Economy, a peer-reviewed journal that bills itself as the leading…
MKTBA Hosts Successful Resume Building Workshop
The College of Business at Texas A&M University-Commerce hosted a dynamic resume building workshop on February 14, 2024, at its Dallas location.
Led by Associate Professor of Business Analytics Dr. Son Bui and organized by the Marketing and Business Analytics…
Venture College Empowers Entrepreneurial Success: Nyquel Phillips Featured in Shoutout DFW Magazine
The Venture College at Texas A&M University-Commerce continues to be a beacon of entrepreneurial empowerment, as showcased through the recent feature of Venture College fellow Nyquel Phillips in Shoutout DFW magazine.
Phillips’ interview with Shoutout DFW provides an enlightening and…
College of Business Forges Dynamic Internship Partnership with Sun & Moon Capital
On January 27, 2024, the College of Business at Texas A&M University-Commerce jointly announced a strategic collaborative partnership with Sun & Moon Capital, a distinguished micro-market buyout PE firm.
The newly launched innovative internship program is designed to offer valuable…
TAMUC College of Business Alum Receives Technical.ly Chief Technology Officer of the Year Award
Texas A&M University-Commerce proudly celebrates the success of Viveca Pavon-Harr, an esteemed alumna of the A&M-Commerce College of Business, who has recently won the prestigious Technical.ly award for Chief Technology Officer of the Year.
This recognition highlights Viveca's remarkable contributions…
Lion alum receives recognition from Texas Bar Foundation
A Texas A&M University-Commerce alum was recently honored by the Texas Bar Foundation after being named a Foundation Fellow. Carey F. Walker, who currently serves as the Judge of Tarrant County Criminal Court 2, graduated from East Texas State University…
TAMUC Alum Named CFO of Wichita Falls, Texas
Texas A&M University-Commerce alum Stephen Calvert was recently announced as the new chief financial officer for the City of Wichita Falls, Texas. Calvert, who previously worked for the city as a senior budget analyst, assumed the role on January 5.…
A&M-Commerce Management Faculty Delivers Keynote Address at International Conference
Dr. Brandon Randolph-Seng, professor of Management at Texas A&M University-Commerce, was recently featured as a keynote speaker at the International Winter Business School Conference, hosted by the Great Lakes Institute of Management, Gurgaon in Gurgaon, India. Randolph-Seng’s presentation “Is Sustainability…
TAMUC Alum Named Provost of Midwestern State University
A Texas A&M University-Commerce alum was recently named to a top leadership position at Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas. Dr. Margaret “Marcy” Brown Marsden was named provost and vice president for academic affairs for the university in December…
A&M-Commerce Offers Free Tax Filing Services Through IRS VITA Program
The College of Business at Texas A&M University-Commerce is simplifying the tax filing process for many Northeast Texas residents with its renewed participation in a federal assistance program.
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is a grant-funded initiative from…
ISACA’s Fall 2023 Hackathon Competition: Refining Marketing Strategies Through Analytics
Continuing to build on its partnership with the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) North Texas Chapter, a professional association dedicated to IT governance, the Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business held its highly anticipated annual Fall 2023 Hackathon…
A&M-Commerce: A Gateway to the Fastest-Growing Careers
A recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report reveals remarkable growth in the U.S. job market in the fields of health, math and computer science. In fact, 15 of the top 20 fastest-growing careers land in these three fields. As…
Tenacious Leaders Help Students Shape Their Future Trajectory
As part of the Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business’s continued efforts to develop and promote platforms that provide A&M-Commerce students as well as those in the community with opportunities to connect, develop, and network with experts in various fields,…
Cupcakes and Conversations: Students Master the Art of Networking
The Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business' Career Services office concluded its robust series of career readiness collaboration workshops for the year with The Cupcakes and Conversations: American Marketing Association DFW (AMA DFW) College Edition themed event, titled “Finding Your…
DFW-Alliance of Black Accountants (DFW-ABA) Recognizes and Awards Three A&M-Commerce Students with Scholarships
Texas A&M University-Commerce students Aathira Nair, Oluwasola Adesemoye and Poojitha Mallikarjunappa were recognized and awarded scholarships by the DFW – Alliance of Black Accountants (DFW-ABA) on November 4, 2023. Held during a special brunch ceremony at “On The Marquee,” the…
Cost Accounting Students Demonstrate Proficiency in Managerial Accounting During Industry Immersion Presentations
Students specializing in cost accounting at Texas A&M University-Commerce showcased their adeptness in presentation skills and practical comprehension of managerial accounting principles during a recent series of presentations held on November 6th, 2023.
These presentations followed comprehensive site visits to…
MKTBA Students Attend the 16th ISACA Business Etiquette Luncheon
The Marketing and Business Analytics Student Organization (MKTBA) at Texas A&M University-Commerce was recently invited to attend a luncheon hosted by the North Texas Chapter of ISACA Business.
The 16th annual event took place on October 20, 2023, and was…
A Gift That Keeps Giving: Kate Wallace and her A&M-Commerce Journey
Reflecting back on her alma mater, Texas A&M University-Commerce proved to be a gift for Kate Wallace that continues to see its gifts being paid forward.
From starting with a scholarship opportunity through the Honors College to meeting her husband…
Strokes of Brilliance—10 TAMUC Alumni with Successful Artistic Careers
Did you know that A&M-Commerce has produced several talented and incredibly successful artists? “Successful” as in famous, well known and award-winning! Whether you're studying the arts at A&M-Commerce or simply dabbling in it on the side, you're in a lineage…
Success Through Connections: Priscilla Babaa’s Journey from Campus to Corporate Success
When Priscilla Babaa started her academic journey at Texas A&M University-Commerce in the Fall of 2018, little did she know that then-fellow student Kate Wallace and her accounting professor, Dr. Robert Rankin, would play a crucial role in securing her…
A&M-Commerce Alumna Named to 2023 ‘Women in Business’ List by Dallas Business Journal
Lion alum Jennifer Lacy was named as one of the 2023 “Women in Business” by the Dallas Business Journal. Lacy, a 1995 graduate of East Texas State University (now Texas A&M University-Commerce) with her Bachelor of Business Administration degree in…
TAMUC Venture College Partners with Global Silicon Valley for Entrepreneurial Education
The Venture College, an entrepreneurship training and development program at Texas A&M University-Commerce, has recently partnered with Global Silicon Valley (GSV) to provide educational resources for aspiring student entrepreneurs.
Housed within the College of Business, Venture College is open to…
A&M-Commerce College of Business Hosts Successful Career Fair with Industry Collaborators
The Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business recently hosted a career fair that amplified the power of industry collaborations.
The Office of Student Career Preparedness and the Marketing and Business Analytics Student Organization at A&M-Commerce, along with the Greenville, Texas…
Marketing and Business Analytics Student Organization Kicks Off the Fall Semester with its Semi-Annual Welcome Party
As the Fall 2023 semester gets underway at A&M-Commerce, the Marketing and Business Analytics Student Organization (MKTBA) successfully hosted its semi-annual Welcome Party on September 20, at the Dallas location.
Open for all to attend, a group of roughly 50…
Empowering Students with Effective Communication Skills at the College of Business
The Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business partnered with Dallas College to present a transformative educational event aimed at enhancing students’ communication abilities. Communications professor Courtney Brazile discussed the power of communication, networking and understanding a company's culture during his…
A&M-Commerce Alum Named CFO of North Texas Hospital
Texas A&M University-Commerce graduate Teddy Jones was named the chief financial officer of Medical City North Hills, a hospital located in North Richland Hills, Texas. Jones was previously the assistant CFO for St. David's South Austin Medical Center prior to…
Retired TAMUC College of Business Faculty Honored with Emeritus Status
Two retired faculty members in the College of Business at Texas A&M University-Commerce were honored with the distinction of Professor Emeritus by the Texas A&M University System and recognized at a special ceremony in Commerce on August 25, 2023.
Mr.…
Career Readiness Accelerates at the College of Business
The College of Business at Texas A&M University-Commerce, in partnership with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), hosted Vinessa Burnett, global internship program manager at HPE, for a workshop titled “How to Ace an Interview and Land Your Next Internship” on September…
A&M-Commerce College of Business Welcomes Back The North Dallas Chamber of Commerce
Living up to its mission to inspire transformation learning, create applied knowledge and forge impactful connections, the Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business welcomed back to its Dallas site the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce (NDCoC).
The networking event, which…
Emily Glass: An Inspiring Journey and Legacy of Excellence
Driven by her unwavering passion for business and human behavior, Emily Glass embarked on her academic journey at Texas A&M University-Commerce following in the footsteps of myriad family members prior.
Ultimately majoring in Economics, a choice that resonated with her…
From Boardroom to Battlefield: Veteran MBA Graduate Tim H. Nelson Serves Nation with Excellence
With a successful career spanning three decades serving in the U.S. military, working as a real estate agent, and owning a brokerage firm, Texas A&M University-Commerce alum Tim H. Nelson is a living testament to investing in oneself and continuing…