Jubitz Gift to Name Atrium
Those familiar with Jubitz Truck Stop in Portland can understand why Fred Jubitz '09 and his wife Gail feel an affinity for the atrium in the Lillis Business Complex.
Lillis Renovations Imminent
It's been busier than usual around the Lundquist College, with the first significant renovation to Gilbert Hall (to be reborn Anstett Hall) since 1920 beginning this week and the Chiles Center set for a remodel this summer. Find out what's in store in this video with Dean Dennis Howard.
Dean Search Update
"Be assured that these are highly qualified candidates," reported Mike Bullis, chair of the search committee, in a recent update.
Leading Academic On Sustainability
Professor Mike Russo was studying and teaching green business long before it was cool. So no surprise, Russo spent February 18-19 at Syracuse University as the first-ever Fetner Visiting Sustainability Leader, sharing his groundbreaking research and insights from his new book, Companies on a Mission, a must-read about balancing social and environmental conscience with profits. Center for Sustainable Business Practices
Claremont Prof. on Corporate Governance
Alum Kees de Kluyver, now a chaired professor at Claremont College, visited Lillis on February 9, 2010.
Women in Business Gala
The UO Women in Business club has received rave reviews for its fifth annual gala, hosted in the Lillis Complex on February 17. "Pairing students with professionals one-on-one allows for an interpersonal experience to help guide young women and expose them to the workforce," said club president Lindsay Nelson.
Bill Walton Visits Lundquist
Meeting with students, Bill Walton quoted Bob Dylan, referenced The Grateful Dead, and discussed the changing sports market and the influence of coach John Wooden.
Entrepreneurship Club Hosts Ryan Blair
Overcoming adversity to see his first venture grow to be valued at more than $1 million after only months, Blair personifies the entrepreneurial dream
Forbes Lauds New Venture Championship
"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.
Alum Leads Saints to Super Bowl Victory
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