"This reflects our long history of delivering the very best learning experience for our participants," noted Lundquist Center for Entrepreneurship Director Terry Sebastian after Forbes named the center's New Venture Championship one of fifteen "Big Small-Business Contests." This year's competition begins April 8 in Portland. Read the Forbes Article. See the NVC Website.

He's the executive vice president and general manager of the New Orleans Saints. He led the organization through the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and hired coach Payton, who led it to its first-ever Super Bowl victory. Mickey Loomis "79 earned a degree in accounting here, before studying physical education and sports administration at Wichita State. Read his Profile

Remembered with fondness, the college's long-time graduate student services manager passed away on November 7. Sue Sullivan was a beacon of unflinchng support, loyal assistance, and motherly concern for Ph.D., MBA, and MAcc students dating back to the 1980s. A family-only memorial service will take place this summer.

Inspiring undergraduates, advancing the college's research culture, mentoring Ph.D. candidates, and garnering high-level media coverage--that's what sets accounting professor Steve Matsunaga apart. And it's why the college honored him as the 2010 Thomas C. Stewart Distinguished Professor, an award recognizing stellar scholars whose accomplishments lead to world-class distinction.

Consider the adrenaline of Oregon MBA students as they presented startup ideas to actual venture capitalists and investors. A little nerve wracking perhaps--especially because they spent ten weeks preparing, building a case, and trying to anticipate concerns. But the long nights were worth it. Watch the video above to learn more.