The Sport Business Association (SBA) at Shenandoah University traveled to Miami, Florida, in January to work in its second consecutive Super Bowl. The nine students who attended Super Bowl LIV ... Continue Reading Students Tackle Event Operations at…
Four Continents & A Business Degree Shenandoah student Courtney Hodges takes advantage of all the travel opportunities offered by the university and grows immeasurably as a result
It really isn’t surprising that business administration major Courtney Hodges is set to visit her fourth continent this summer on a journey, like all of her international trips so far, taken through ... Continue Reading Four Continents & A Business…
Real Clients, Real Research Mark Shenandoah Business Education More than 100 students at Shenandoah University’s Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business perform real-world business research for real clients throughout the spring 2019 semester
The education provided by Shenandoah University’s Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business is so hands-on that an outside observer might mistake its work with that of a consulting firm. In the spring ... Continue Reading Real Clients, Real Research Mark…
Holding The Controller to the World of Esports One of the First Universities in the Country and the First in Virginia to Offer an Esports Major
Shenandoah University has positioned itself as one of the nation’s premiere leaders in esports academia with the creation of its new esports major, which will be rolled out in fall ... Continue Reading Holding The Controller to the…
Exploring A New Academic Dimension First in Virginia to offer Bachelors Degrees in Virtual Reality (VR)
Shenandoah University is taking a global leap in experiential learning with the rollout of two new virtual reality degrees and an exciting partnership with a leading creator in virtual reality ... Continue Reading Exploring A New Academic Dimension…
The Story Of De’Angelo & Jug Young Veteran's Service Dog Makes Huge Impact
De’Angelo Wynn ’19 is kind of a neat freak. As a former military man, he likes order and cleanliness. He didn’t grow up around animals and pet hair isn’t his favorite. The last thing he wanted in his ... Continue Reading The Story Of De’Angelo &…
Students Learn How To Grow A Fashion Brand with B Michael America B Michael & Mark-Anthony Edwards returned to Shenandoah on April 13
Fashion Designer B Michael and Mark-Anthony Edwards, CEO of B Michael AMERICA, returned to Shenandoah University on Friday, April 13, for a candid discussion with students on growing a fashion brand ... Continue Reading Students Learn How To Grow…
Jenna Rampale’s Big Dream Jenna Rampale ’19 | Business Major from Chicago, Illinois
What does Shenandoah University have in common with the happiest place on Earth? It’s where one future CEO trains to make her dreams come true. Jenna Rampale ’19, a business major from Chicago, ... Continue Reading Jenna Rampale’s Big Dream Jenna…
Bitcoin: One Alumna’s Experience BBA Alumna Invests in Digital Currencies
During her senior year at Shenandoah University, Amanda Loranger ’17 started investing in the cryptocurrency market. The Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) alumna, who now works in the ... Continue Reading Bitcoin: One Alumna’s Experience BBA…
Theory To Practice Byrd School of Business Students Build Practical Business Experience Through Marquee Events And Hands-On Learning
Within four years, Shenandoah University business students could potentially get-hands on sport management experience at two Olympic games (the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea and the 2020 Summer ... Continue Reading Theory To Practice Byrd School…
Business School Students To Attend College Playoff Football National Championship Nine Sport Business Club Members Will Gain Real-World Experience On The Sidelines And Beyond
Next month, nine students from Shenandoah University’s Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business will travel to Atlanta, Georgia, to gain invaluable work experience during the 2018 College Football ... Continue Reading Business School Students To Attend…
Business School To Celebrate Entrepreneurship Week 2017 Week Includes Acclaimed Speakers And Entrepreneur Social Event
The world needs more entrepreneurs – are you one of them? Shenandoah University’s Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business will mark its seventh annual Entrepreneurship Week with guest speaker events ... Continue Reading Business School To Celebrate Entrepreneurship…
Fashion designer B Michael to be Presented with Entrepreneur of the Year Award B Michael And Mark-Anthony Edwards To Be Honored
Shenandoah University’s Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business will proudly present the 2017 Shenandoah University Entrepreneur of the Year Award to B Michael and Mark-Anthony Edwards, co-founders of b ... Continue Reading Fashion designer B Michael to…
Undergraduate Student to Present Research paper at Academy of Management Conference Hassan Ziauddin will represent Shenandoah University along with “Big 3” business schools
Hassan Ziauddin '17, will present research conducted at Shenandoah's Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business at Academy of Management Conference – the largest and most prestigious management conference ... Continue Reading Undergraduate Student to Present Research…
Sport Management Students Post Big Win Shenandoah Team Named 2017 College Sport Research Institute Case Study Competition Undergraduate Division Champions
Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business students, led by Director of Sport Management and Chair of the Management Science Division Joey Gawrysiak, Ph.D., and Assistant Dean of Student Affairs and ... Continue Reading Sport Management Students Post Big…
Vice-Dean Of The College Of St. George To Speak At Shenandoah University On April 27
The Rev. Dr. Hueston Finlay, warden of St. George’s House and vice-dean of the College of St. George at Windsor Castle in the United Kingdom, will speak at Shenandoah University at 6 p.m. on Thursday, ... Continue Reading Vice-Dean Of The College Of…
Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business To Host Ninth Annual Business Symposium Symposium Offers Insight on How to Imagine Your Business Legacy
The Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business at Shenandoah University will host its Ninth Annual Business Symposium on Friday, March 31, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Halpin-Harrison Hall on the campus of ... Continue Reading Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School…
Business School Students To Attend College Playoff Football National Championship Five Sport Business Club Members Will Earn Real-World Experience On The Sidelines And Beyond
Next month, five students from Shenandoah University’s Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business will travel to Tampa, Florida, to gain invaluable work experience during the 2017 College Football Playoff ... Continue Reading Business School Students To Attend…
Business School to Celebrate Entrepreneurship Week 2016
The world needs more entrepreneurs – are you one of them? The Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business will mark its sixth annual Entrepreneurship Week with guest speaker events Monday, Nov. 14, through ... Continue Reading Business School to Celebrate Entrepreneurship…
Shenandoah University To Hold Third Annual Sport Management Forum Forum To Focus On Women In Sport And The Challenges, Hurdles And Issues Encountered
The Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business Sport Management program, in conjunction with the Sport Business Club, will present the 2016 Sport Management Forum from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24, ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University To Hold Third…
Veteran Of The Washington Post To Speak At Shenandoah University On Oct. 26 Leonard “Len” Shapiro To Address His Experiences Throughout A Lifetime In Journalism
(PHOTO: Courtesy of Jeff Miller, UW-Madison) Leonard “Len” Shapiro, former reporter, editor and columnist for The Washington Post, will speak at Shenandoah University at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. ... Continue Reading Veteran Of The Washington Post…
Co-Founder of Saturna Capital to Speak at Shenandoah University on Sept. 19 Presentation Will Address Faith-based And Sustainable Investing
Nicholas Kaiser, co-founder, director, chairman, chief investment officer and equity portfolio manager of Saturna Capital Corporation, will speak at Shenandoah University's Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School ... Continue Reading Co-Founder of Saturna Capital to…
National Audiences for Polite’s Words
Associate Professor of Sports Management and Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Fritz Polite, Ph.D., of the Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business is becoming a go-to expert regarding matters of sport ... Continue Reading National Audiences for Polite’s Words
Success for a New Reality
Do you know what it takes to make a brand respectable in today’s social media-saturated reality? Join Miles Davis, Ph.D., dean of Shenandoah University’s Harry F. Byrd School of Business, and The ... Continue Reading Success for a New Reality
Business Faculty Research Attracts Attention
Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business faculty members were busy with more than classes this spring as they shared their expertise on the national and international stages, as well as a top online ... Continue Reading Business Faculty Research Attracts Attention
Three Things Managers Should Do Every Day
Did you know a skillful and inspiring manager can make the difference between acceptable results and a higher level of performance?While it’s easy to hold a title, it’s far more important that ... Continue Reading Three Things Managers Should Do…
Top 10 Tips: Getting a Job After Graduation
College graduation is the culmination of years and years of effort. And yet, it also thrusts you into something new: the world of job seekers. Searching for and landing your first job out of college ... Continue Reading Top 10 Tips: Getting a…
How to Battle Business Burnout
You’re tired and feel overworked, as if nothing you do will ever be enough. You don’t sleep well, you’re eating junky food, and you’re taking longer to complete your work. You’re less involved with ... Continue Reading How to Battle Business Burnout
How to Build and Manage a Brand
It’s not every day that elite branding experts hit the stage at your university to impart their tremendously valuable wisdom. However, that’s what happened April 1 at the Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of ... Continue Reading How to Build and Manage…
Five Tips for Filing Your First Tax Return
Ah, spring is here! Trees, daffodils and tulips are in bud and bloom, days are longer, and the air sweeter, even as April 18 (also known as Tax Day) looms. For some alumni, Tax Day 2016 marks the ... Continue Reading Five Tips for Filing Your…
Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business To Host Eighth Annual Business Symposium Symposium Offers Insight on How to Meet the Challenges and New Realities in the Business Environment
The Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business at Shenandoah University will host its Eighth Annual Business Symposium on Friday, April 1, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Halpin-Harrison Hall on the campus of ... Continue Reading Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School…
Experts to Address Vietnam Field School’s Role in Climate Change Research
Just over two years ago, Shenandoah University Associate Professor of Marketing Giles Jackson, Ph.D., who has an interest in sustainable development, contacted a Columbia University ecologist who was ... Continue Reading Experts to Address Vietnam Field…
From the archives: President of NFL Players, Inc. Presents “NFL Players: The Business Behind the Athletes.”
Ahmad Nassar, president of NFL Players Incorporated, spoke at Shenandoah University's Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business at 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016 in Halpin-Harrison Hall, Stimpson ... Continue Reading From the archives: President of…
Business Students Partner with NW Works for Buzzy Buddies Program
Shenandoah University’s Sport Business Club partnered with NW Works this fall to launch the Buzzy Buddies program, which helps university students volunteer with the organization while spending time ... Continue Reading Business Students Partner with NW…
From the Archives: Phylicia Rashad presents, “The Business of Show Business.”
Tony Award-winning actress, singer and stage director Phylicia Rashad, a household name as a result of her role as Clair Huxtable on the NBC sitcom “The Cosby Show,” spoke at Shenandoah University's ... Continue Reading From the Archives: Phylicia Rashad…
From the archives: Founding CTO of Priceline.com presents, “Startup Shutdown: When you do everything right and you still fail.”
Timothy “Scott” Case, a technologist, entrepreneur and inventor, spoke at Shenandoah University's Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015 in Halpin-Harrison Hall, ... Continue Reading From the archives: Founding CTO…