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MBA student ambassador Destini Bankhead ’25 shines a light on the challenges of social anxiety during graduate school, and why vulnerability can be a student’s greatest strength. As a student ambassador for UNC Charlotte’s MBA program, I’ve had the privilege of connecting with numerous prospective students, each with their own unique concerns and aspirations. One topic […]

M.S. in Economics student ambassador Isabel Nieto Fernandez ’24 examines the importance of being an involved graduate student outside the classroom.   Transitioning to graduate school marks a shift in mindset. While undergraduate studies focus on laying the groundwork and teaching fundamental concepts, graduate school is about equipping students with the tools for continuous learning and […]

UNC Charlotte achieves No. 2 national ranking. Belk College of Business Professor Franz W. Kellermanns ranks first in the nation and fourth worldwide for family business research, according to a new ranking. Additionally, UNC Charlotte ranks second nationally and fifth among universities worldwide. Texas State University released the Family Business Research Productivity Ranking University in December 2023. The annual […]

Belk College students earned degrees in varied majors. On Friday and Saturday, Dec. 15-16, 493 Belk College of Business students received undergraduate and graduate degrees and graduate certificates from UNC Charlotte in ceremonies in Dale F. Halton Arena. Interim Dean Dolly King joined other University dignitaries on the stage on Friday to congratulate students. Friday’s […]

Heather Johnston makes the leap to entrepreneurial role. During her years as an educator, a Peace Corps teacher trainer, an interpreter and now an entrepreneurial business leader, Heather Johnston has seen many people step back from potentially life-changing career moves. “People are sometimes scared to make the jump, especially teachers or people who are making […]

Latest North Carolina Economic Forecast indicates what to watch for. Over the past 21 months, the U.S. Federal Reserve has steadily raised interest rates in an effort to cool the economy and stave off inflation. The North Carolina and U.S. economies are showing signs of slowing, although a return of inflation is still not out […]

Denise Wynn builds strategic skills, connections through doctoral program. Years ago, Denise Wynn knew she wanted to earn a doctoral degree. Yet, with bills to pay and a demanding life tugging at her time and energy, she set the idea aside. Two decades later, she is now adding the long-desired “Dr.” to her name as […]

Belk College double major Brian Sirois draws on interest in data, people skills. When Brian Sirois graduated from high school in 2014, he stayed in his hometown of Glastonbury, Connecticut, to gain financial stability and grow in maturity, while working in the hospitality industry and attending Manchester Community College. Now, almost a decade later, Sirois […]

Graduate sees changed life from experiences at Charlotte Just over three years ago as a high school student in Cary, N.C., Belk College of Business finance major Mikenzie Green couldn’t imagine her future holding a four-year degree and a promising career in business. “I didn’t see myself taking control and doing something bigger,” said Green, […]

December graduate looks ahead to career in finance, while helping others