Dear Fellow Hornets, I have just completed my “freshman” year with the School of Business at Emporia State University as the new Dean and am overwhelmed with the inspiration I have obtained from this great school. Just as our students have learned in their journey for career success, I too have learned so much from the students, university, and engaged community. From this “Year in Review,” you can see we had a wonderful year, made possible by a committed faculty and staff! We started the year with four main goals: (1) increase community outreach efforts; (2) improve marketing and recruitment for the School of Business; (3) focus on student retention; (4) focus on internal operations, particularly a departmental reorganization and faculty/staff recruitments, which included approximately half of our workforce. You will find major initiatives herein from this past year that tie to each of the main goals. While each of these areas has seen success in the last year, we will continue to work toward them in the years to come as we focus on our long-term strategy. Achieving our goals is not a sprint, it’s a marathon! Moving into next year, I see leveraging the main strength of the School of Business – the focus on our students. This will continue to be our priority as we move forward with several new initiatives centered around students – Corporate Days, Community-Student Mentorship Program, and the continuation of innovative events, such as the Entrepreneurial Challenge. If I have not met you yet, or if we have met and you have new ideas for the School of Business, please contact me. My goal is to meet each and every Hornet and Friend of Emporia State and continue to build and cultivate relationships. I know this will keep me inspired as we move forward and change lives. Your Biz Hornet,
Dr. Kristie Ogilvie Dean, School of Business and Jones Distinguished Professor
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10 Current Faculty & Staff 14 New Dean 16 Forward Thinking 18 ASUG Midwest Central Chapter Meeting 19 High School Partnership Efforts 20 Kansas Small Business Development Center 21 Dual Credit Accounting Program 22 Dream It. Design It. Develop It. 26 Grand Opening of the Business Resource Center 28 Corporate Connection 29 Mentor Program 30 Top 10 Business Schools 31 Antes Competes in Dirty Kanza ‘Half-Pint’ 32 Outstanding Educators Award 33 Outstanding Student Athletes 34 Koch Center for Leadership & Ethics Named at Emporia State 35 Long-time Business Professor Named ‘Icon of Education’
Retirements As we say goodbye to the 20132014 academic year, we also say farewell to several retiring School of Business faculty members: Don Miller, faculty member since 1969, including numerous roles within the School; Nancy Hite, Business Education faculty member and director of the MSBE program since 1976; Bill Barnes, Business Administration faculty member since 2001 and MBA director since 2009; and Jack Sterrett, who served as department chair and professor in the Department of Business Administration and Education since 2009.
During his teaching tenure at Emporia State, Mr. Bill Barnes primarily focused on operations management and principles of management courses. He also spent time coordinating training programs with outside businesses and organizations. Barnes held numerous positions at Emporia State University including two years as executive director of the Kansas Business Hall of Fame. Barnes also served as the Director of the Center for Business and Economic Development. In the community, Barnes has served as a board member and chairman of the Newman Regional Health Board of Trustees, been president of the Emporia Rotary Club, past chairman of the Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce, treasurer of the Emporia Community Foundation, and past president of United Way of the Flint Hills.
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Dr. Jack Sterrett joined the School of Business at Emporia State in 2009 as department chair and professor in the Department of Business Administration and Education. Sterrett earned his undergraduate degree in business education from Emporia State in 1973. In his professional tenure at Emporia State, Sterrett led multiple study-abroad trips for students interested in learning more about business practices and cultures outside the United States. Sterrett was involved in research and served on multiple committees in his time at Emporia State.
In 1963, Dr. Don Miller began his journey at Emporia State University as an undergraduate student from Hiawatha, Kansas, studying management. Upon graduation, Miller decided to continue his education at Emporia State, earning his M.S. in Business in 1966. He began his teaching career as an instructor for business organization, business mathematics, and personal finance courses. In 1969, Dr. Miller chose to pursue his EdD in Business Education from Oklahoma State University. In 2005, his iconic reputation earned him the Roe R. Cross Distinguished Professor award. By most measures, this award is the highest Emporia State can accord to its faculty. In his time at Emporia State, Miller has served in various roles including director of the Center for Management Development Services, department chair, and director of the MBA program.
7 Dr. Nancy Hite graduated with her master’s degree in Business Education from Emporia State in 1972. In 1976, she returned to serve as director of the program. Hite also served as department chair from 1993-1999. While at Emporia State, Hite was involved in multiple professional organizations outside the university. From 19971999, Hite served as the president of the National Association for Business Teacher Education and, in 2004, served as president of the Kansas Business Education Association. In 1999, she was awarded the Postsecondary Educator of the Year Award by the Business Education Association. She also received multiple awards from the School of Business over the years including the Service Award in 2003, the Instruction Award in 1991, and the award for Scholarly Activities in 1989.
New faculty 2014-’15 Dr. Bart Hanus
Dr. kristie ogilvie
Dean Jones Distinguished Professor
Dr. Brent Kinghorn
Dr. shawn M. Keough
Visiting Scholar | Koch Center for Leadership & Ethics
Assistant Professor
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Dr. kamal lamsal Assistant Professor
Dr. steven lovett
Assistant Professor Co-Director | Koch Center for Leadership & Ethics
Dr. jeff muldoon
Dr. lakshman mahadevan
Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor
Dr. ahmad Abu shanab Assistant Professor
Dr. satvir singh Assistant Professor
Dr. timothy thornton
Dr. Douglass Smith
Assistant Professor
Instructor
Dr. nathan woolard
Assistant Professor | Director of Strategic Initiatives
New support staff jessica buchholz
Director | Student Services and Marketing
Alisha Lyon
Coordinator | Graduate and Career Services
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Jennifer Thomsen
Student Services Coordinator
deena Wilson
Academic Advisor
New administrative assistants selayoa cloud
Special Assistant to the Dean
Stephanie Rogers
Public Service Administrator
Currentfaculty Dr. Kalyan chakraborty Professor
Dr. Kevin Coulson
Professor Director | Marketing Research Lab
Dr. Mohammad Chowdhury Professor
Dr. Raffaele Devito Professor
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Dr. George Durler Professor
Mr. Larry Falcetto
Associate Professor Interim Chair
Dr. Dipak Ghosh Professor
Mr. Dean edmiston Associate Professor
Dr. Ron D. Freeze
Associate Professor
Dr. Kevin Johnson
Professor Co-Director | Koch Center for Leadership & Ethics University General Council
Dr. Donald S. Miller
Professor Emeritus Roe R. Cross Distinguished Professor Director of Research
Dr. John Rich
Professor Director | Student Affairs and Alumni
Dr. Sharath Sasidharan Associate Professor Director of Career Services | School of Business
Dr. Tanja Steigner
Associate Professor Director | Center for Business & Economic Development
Dr. Jun YU
Associate Professor
Dr. Andy Pore
Assistant Professor
Dr. Marian Riedy
Assistant Professor | Interim Associate Dean
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Dr. James F. Waegelein Professor
Dr. Joyce Zhou
Assistant Professor
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Glenda estes
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New DEAN Takes School of Business by Storm
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hen she arrived in Emporia in July of 2013, Dr. Kristie Ogilvie hit the ground running, bringing great change and a new energy to the School of Business at Emporia State University. Through countless communityoutreach efforts and student initiatives, an increased marketing presence, and a new resource center which houses career services for business students, along with many other amenities, it’s safe to say that the new dean has taken the School of Business by storm. Much of her first year as dean was spent building relationships with alumni, community members, and students. “One of my main initiatives this year was to have at least 100 meetings with alumni and local and regional business leaders,” says Ogilvie. “By networking and developing relationships, opportunities have and will continue to rise for our students, school, and community.” By traveling to various alumni events, community meetings, and setting up individual meetings with community leaders and former School of Business students, Ogilvie was able to meet with over 200 Emporia State supporters. Tyler Curtis, Emporia State’s Executive Director of
Alumni Relations, has assisted Ogilvie in forming many of these connections. “It’s been a delight to work with Dr. Ogilvie during her first 12 months at Emporia State University,” Curtis explained. “Together, we have visited 27 businesses and made numerous connections with our alumni and friends in the business world. It’s a pleasure to work with someone who has a passion for both the university and the community.” Building these relationships led to an outpouring of support for the School of Business. During the 2013-2014 academic year, gifts to the school totaled over $2.25 million and allowed for several new initiatives including a new technology lab, funding for the Director of Career Services, student scholarships, and resources to be allocated to marketing and student retention. Under the dean’s leadership, the Business Resource Center launched in January of 2014. The BRC is home to all marketing and recruitment efforts of the school, student services and activities, and career and internship coordination. By increasing marketing, Ogilvie hopes to increase enrollment. In April, she set an enrollment challenge for the School. Enrollment for School of Business programs
was at 803 students in the spring. For every student over that 803 mark in spring 2015, Ogilvie plans to donate $25 to the Business Student Alliance, her student advisory board. The students will be able to decide how the money is spent. If enrollment reaches 1,000, Ogilvie plans to donate $10,000. “Recruitment for the School of Business and Emporia State is an area that we are dedicated to focus on. This enrollment challenge encourages students, staff, and faculty to join our cause in building up our enrollment numbers. When our students share their personal experiences with their friends and potential students, I truly believe they are our greatest recruiters,” said Ogilvie. Jeff Miller, president of Business Student Alliance and MBA student explained, “This challenge has created an opportunity for current business students, faculty, and professional staff to work together in the recruitment of new ‘Biz Hornets.’ As the president of the Business Student Alliance, one of our main goals is to align with the objectives of the School of Business. I am excited to be involved in this initiative.” Before joining Emporia State University, Ogilvie served at California State University at San Bernardino as associate dean of academics in the College of Business and Public Administration. At CSUSB, she also served as the Director of AACSB accreditation and instructed courses in management, human resources, communications, and ethics. Prior to her entry into academia, Ogilvie spent time in the aerospace and pharmaceutical industry, in both
marketing and program-management areas. She earned a bachelor’s degree with a marketing concentration from California State University at Sacramento, a master’s of business administration degree from the University of Tulsa and advanced research certificate and a doctorate of business administration from Grenoble Ecole de Management, in France. Dr. John Rich, accounting professor and director of student affairs and alumni in the School of Business, has worked with Ogilvie closely during her first year in Emporia. “Dean Ogilvie was selected as the Dean of the School of Business to be an agent of change with a primary focus on significantly enhancing marketing of the School and its programs,” Rich explained. “As her first year of leadership of the School draws to a close, it is clear that her boundless energy, commitment, and enthusiasm mark a new era for the School. Progressive and forward-looking polices, a streamlined organization, and enhanced recruiting activities have set the stage for enrollment growth and revitalization of the School’s academic programs.”
“It’s a pleasure to work with someone who has a passion for both the university and community.”
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FORWARD THINKING gifts honor longtime professor, heighten School of Business profile Oct 11 2013
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ast October, Dale and Carolyn Davis contributed $100,000 to the School of Business. This leadership gift towards the Now and Forever campaign will enhance the school’s ability to connect with the Emporia community and extend Emporia State’s influence across Kansas. The gift recognized the service and achievement of Dr. John C. Rich, professor of accounting and director of student affairs and alumni for the AACSB International accredited School of Business. “We want to express our appreciation for what Emporia State University has done for Carolyn and I and our family,” said Dale Davis. “It’s also our way of congratulating
John Rich for his service to Emporia State,” Davis added. “The thoughtfulness of the Davises in recognizing me through this gift was unexpected and is one of the most meaningful things that I have ever experienced,” said Rich, a faculty member at Emporia State since 1968, and part of the leadership team for the Now & Forever campaign. The Emporia State Foundation hosted a reception at Emporia State’s Sauder Alumni Center on Friday, Oct. 11th, to announce the gift and publicly thank the Davises for their generosity. The Davises’ gift supported strategic marketing initiatives for the School of Business, including traditional materials such as view books, pamphlets, and newsletters. It also enables the School to deliver advertising via channels never
before possible. “Their generosity means the School of Business will be able to extend its reach and heighten both the School and the quality programs we offer in Emporia, Kansas City, and online,” said
“Mr. and Mrs. Davis hope this gift will be an inspiration to other School of Business supporters to enhance their commitment.” Dr. Kristie Ogilvie, School of Business dean. For DenaSue Potestio, president/ CEO of the Emporia State Foundation, the Davises’ gift celebrated the potential
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for future School of Business growth. “This is a leadership gift in the truest sense of philanthropy,” she said. “Mr. and Mrs. Davis hope this gift will be an inspiration to other School of Business supporters to enhance their commitment,” Potestio continued. “This is a wonderful example of how partnerships build success within the community,” said Dr. Michael D. Shonrock, Emporia State president. “Dale and Carolyn’s gift will make a profound difference in how the School of Business recruits and retains students and builds its reputation.” Dale Davis is Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sauder Custom Fabrication, Inc., specialists in the design and fabrication of custom vessels. Davis is a former member of the Emporia State Foundation board of
trustees, a founding board member of the National Teachers Hall of Fame, and is a member of the Business Alliance for the School of Business. Carolyn Davis is retired from ESB Financial, where she served as vice president of marketing. In January, 2014, the Trusler Foundation provided a total of $125,000 to benefit Emporia State’s School of Business and Athletic Department. Of the Trusler gift, $100,000 was directed to the School of Business to match the previous gift from Dale and Carolyn Davis. “The School of Business is extremely honored and excited by this gift from the Trusler Foundation,” said Ogilvie. “This contribution will allow us to further enhance our marketing efforts in promotion of the School of Business and celebrate the academic excellence we provide.”
“When paired with the gift from Dale and Carolyn Davis, the School of Business will be able to make a positive impact on recruiting leaders for both the state and regional economy,” she said.
ASUG Midwest Central Chapter Meeting
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ore than 30 members of the Americas’ SAP Users’ Group (ASUG), including students and faculty from Emporia State University and representatives from companies in Kansas, Nebraska and Missouri, gathered Friday, Nov. 8, 2013, at Emporia State University-Kansas City for a day of networking, collaborating, and education. SAP is enterprise application software that enables companies to run more efficiently by integrating enterprise resource planning, financial management, human resources, supply chain management, and other various industry components. Emporia State University is a member of the SAP University Alliance Program. ASUG is an organization that promotes relationships among the SAP community — customers, partners, SAP, and the University Alliance program. Marci Braybrooks, vice president for IBIS America, believes that bringing University Alliance members together with ASUG customers is a winwin for all parties involved. “The Americas’ SAP Users’ Group chapters create regional accessibility to the organization and a local venue to participate in an educational and networking forum,” Braybrooks said. “When a university participates in their chapter, they are in a position to leverage the shared experience and knowledge from their extended SAP community.” Dr. Ron Freeze, associate professor of information
systems, and Dr. Peggy Lane, former professor and executive director of School of Business at ESUKansas City, presented to attendees at the chapter meeting. Their topic of discussion was “ERP at ESU: Past, Present, and Future with SAP.” “Presenting at the Midwest Chapter meeting for ASUG was a great opportunity to educate regional companies on how our business students are familiar with the SAP software and to obtain feedback on our programs that can be used to enhance our future courses,” said Lane. “Our undergraduate curriculum in the School of Business integrates SAP throughout various courses, while our MBA with the Enterprise Resource Planning concentration heavily incorporates the use of the software in our graduate classes.” Cisco participated as the ASUG chapter event sponsor, and representatives from Hallmark also attended the meeting and spoke on how their companies use this software and the impact it has on the efficiency of their company operations. “Being able to connect with these industry leaders is valuable for Emporia State University and our business students,” said Freeze. “This setting gives us the chance to communicate to employers that our students graduate with experience in this software. This factor is distinctive of School of Business graduates and gives them an advantage in the job market.”
“Being able to connect with these industry leaders is valuable for Emporia State University and our business students”
High School Partnership Efforts
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he School of Business has placed a priority for high school outreach and initiatives to support the focus of attaining college-ready students. Key initiatives have enabled the School of Business to leverage assets to accomplish this goal effectively. Accounting Pilot and Bridge Program: In fall 2013, Emporia State University’s School of Business signed a statewide articulation agreement allowing students to complete a college-level accounting course taught at their high school by certified instructors. Business Career Day: Each fall, the School of Business invites high school students from across the state to participate in a career exploration event. During their time on campus, students attend professional presentations encompassing business careers and have an opportunity to visit with business professionals and faculty about their
academic interests. Approximately 600 students and instructors attended the event in 2013. ERP Simulation: Several School of Business faculty members conduct a business simulation for high school students using SAP software. This simulation allows students to experience “real life� business scenarios and covers different aspects of running a business. Business Teacher Conference: Each year, the School of Business at Emporia State University hosts the Business Teacher Conference. This event has been held annually, since 1967, and focuses on providing in-service education for current business and computer teachers throughout the state of Kansas. On average, approximately 75-100 educators participate in this conference.
Kansas Small Business Development Center Helping Small Businesses Grow from the Campus and Out
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oused in the School of Business at Emporia State University, the Kansas Small Business Development Center (KSBDC) helps entrepreneurs and small business owners gain knowledge and have access to tools and resources to enhance their success. The ESU KSBDC is one of eight regional centers in Kansas. Any small business located or intending to locate within the Emporia State service area may receive assistance from the ESU KSBDC. This center provides service to businesses in the following counties: Butler, Chase, Coffey, Greenwood, Lyon, Marion, Morris, Osage, and Woodson. Consulting is provided to individuals who are already in business, considering starting a business, or in the processes of starting one. According to Lisa Brumbaugh, regional director, “We try to tailor our services to each individual’s particular need.” Many people in the pre-start-up phase generally need help in a number of areas,” said Brumbaugh. “They are usually looking for guidance to make sure they address everything they should to be ready to approach a lender for financing as well as the E-Community, Start Up Kansas, or individual investors, if they choose.”
“We help many of our clients through the business planning process which enables them to get everything on paper and make sure the business looks feasible and realistic,” Brumbaugh explained. When assistance is provided to existing business owners, it can be for a multitude of reasons. It may be to help them strategize about the future of their company, find a solution to a problem, think about selling their business or transitioning it to a new owner, or simply to discuss ideas an owner may have about their business. “We strive to be an advocate for small business owners and provide them with a place to go whether they are dealing with something positive or facing a challenge,” noted Brumbaugh. “The key to the most successful client relationship is for it to be proactive and on-going.”
ESU KSBDC Results for 2013 • • • • • •
1,400 hours of consulting to 121 businesses in the nine-county region. (also includes about eight businesses in counties outside of our region for various reasons) Helped start 19 businesses. Helped business clients find capital of $3,778,437. Presented 17 workshops with 87 participants. Over $2.6 million of capital infusion into Lyon county and over $3.7 million to the counties in which the Center provides services. Return on investments of $24 for every dollar invested in the program.
ESU KSBDC Results for Jan. 1- June 30 2014 • • •
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Dual credit accounting program links Kansas high schools with the School of Business
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mporia State University is now one of the select universities in the state to integrate the Accounting Pilot and Bridge Program into its curriculum. This program, developed by Kansas State University, is designed to encourage high school students to consider a degree in accounting and shed light on what opportunities are available with this particular career path. The program allows students to successfully complete their introductory college accounting course, Financial Accounting (AC 223), during their high school career and have the opportunity to receive credit from Emporia State University. Dr. George Durler, professor of accounting, was instrumental in bringing this agreement to Emporia State. “The accounting faculty at Emporia State University have worked with Dr. Dan Deines at Kansas State and the Kansas Society of CPAs for several years to provide this opportunity for high school students,” Durler said. “This project provides the means for high schools to offer a meaningful course beyond the accounting mechanics course typically available and for participating students to earn college credit.” Originally conceived by Dr. Deines, the project has been endorsed by the American Institute of CPAs and
21 several other state CPA societies. Under the agreement approved by the Kansas Department of Education, students enroll in and successfully complete the collegelevel course taught at their high school. Upon completion, students must take a qualifying exam administered either by the accounting department at Emporia State University (no additional cost) or by the director of the accounting pilot program administered by Kansas State University (additional testing cost). Students must receive a score of 85 or better on the qualifying exam to be eligible to enroll in the special test-out section of AC 223 at Emporia State University. Students will receive credit for AC 223 with no tuition charge once they enroll in an additional 12 hours for their semester at Emporia State. “Our faculty in the School of Business are continually finding ways to open more doors for both our current and potential students,” said Dr. Kristie Ogilvie, dean of the school of business. All faculty teaching the Pilot Accounting courses must receive the appropriate training and follow the prescribed curriculum for students to be eligible for the qualifying examination. Currently, there are over 40 high school teachers in Kansas who meet these qualifications.
Dream it Design it Develop it 3D Emporia brings Emporia State University and Flint Hills Technical College together with the Emporia community to focus on the Entrepreneurial Spirit!
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new business-education partnership in Emporia brought academic opportunity to students of both Emporia State University and Flint Hills Technical College. Dream It — Design It — Develop It, known as the 3D Event, was a new venture idea competition that was open to students from Emporia State University and Flint Hills Technical College. The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Emporia State University School of Business to bring the event to students and the Emporia community. “The School of Business was pleased to work with so many different individuals and several organizations within the Emporia community to bring an event to our students that promotes entrepreneurial spirit and
academic excellence,” said Dr. Kristie members and workshops. Ogilvie, dean of the School of Business. The semifinalists had 15 minutes “Having the opportunity to offer the 3D to pitch their final business plans to a competition to panel of judges and students from all through a series of “Most impressive to me go disciplines from questions and answers. was the passion each The top three teams both Emporia and every student State and Flint at the 3D expressed throughout presented Hills Technical Gala event on April the event.” College brought a 11th, at Emporia State healthy dynamic University. At this to the event.” event, the finalists competed for cash The framework for the 3D Event prizes of $4,000 for first place, $2,000 began with participants, either for second, and $1,000 for third. individuals or teams up to three Emporia State students Nakita members, submitting a business plan Elwood, a junior sociology major from that pitched a “big idea” to a panel of Madison, and Teri Whitson, a senior judges. The semifinals were limited to accounting student from Emporia, 20 teams or individuals who then had received the grand prize of $4,000 for three weeks to redefine their big ideas, their Rock Creek Ostrich Farm project. with the help of community and faculty Placing second and winning
$2,000 was Joshua Williams, a computer design and development student from Flint Hills Technical College from Emporia, who presented Williams Web Development. Team Biker, consisting of Emporia State students Soojin Bae, a senior business management major from Pohang, South Korea; Jeffrey Miller, a senior business management student from Shawnee; and Preston Mossman, a senior business administration major from Topeka, took home the third-place prize of $1,000. The top three teams that placed in the 3D competition moved on to compete in the Kansas Entrepreneurship Challenge against the top three teams of the K-State Launch, a similar competition held at Kansas State University.
Placing second overall at the Kansas Entrepreneurship Challenge was Rock Creek Ostrich Ranch, Elwood and Whitson received a $1,000 prize for their ostrich ranch business. Steve Sauder, president of Emporia’s Radio Stations, Inc., and judge for 3D, explained, “Judging the 3D competition was an honor and very interesting. Watching ideas grow and take flight was fun. Most impressive to me was the passion each and every student expressed throughout the event.” Joining Sauder on the judging panel was Dr. Nathan Woolard, assistant professor and director of strategic initiatives for the school of business; Lisa Brumbaugh, director of the Kansas Small Business Development Center located at Emporia State; and Tina Khan, director of Adult Education and
Workforce Training Center at Flint Hills Technical College. The 3D competition was possible due to the support of ESB Financial. Jim Wayman, CEO of ESB Financial, explained, “ESB Financial was privileged to underwrite the Emporia Dream It. Design It. Develop It. competition. As a fourth-generation family-owned business, we believe American intuition is the backbone of our economy. We applaud the entrepreneurship of the students of ESU and Flint Hills Technical College. They are our future! We would love to see their ideas grow into new businesses in Emporia and the Flint Hills — and ESB Financial will be there every step of the way!” Also announced at the gala was the first-ever Spirit Award that recognized the entrepreneurial spirit and the risks an individual takes when building a business and creating value for the Emporia Community. This
award was presented to Jeremy Rusco of Dynamic Discs. “The inaugural 3D Emporia competition has been a win-win all around,” said Dr. Michael D. Shonrock, president of Emporia State University. “It showed everyone — faculty, staff, and students at both higher education institutions and the local business community — how much can happen through collaboration.”
Semi-Finalist Teams Biker
Bae | Miller | Mossman
In January, the team started brainstorming services and products that would be beneficial to their fellow students, particularly international students. After conducting market research and learning about the potential liabilities, their idea morphed into a bicycle rental kiosk. In order to rent a bicycle, customers would simply need a credit card to swipe at the kiosk. Upon swiping their card, a touchscreen panel would prompt users with easy-to-follow steps, gathering contact information, presenting rental rates, taking a deposit, and automatically releasing a no-hassle bicycle, ready to ride. Bikes could be rented at hourly, daily, monthly, and even semester-long rates.
Rock Creek Ostrich Ranch
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growing demand for an alternative red meat, while providing good stewardship of natural resources. Because of its beef-like texture and low cholesterol and fat content, there is a large global market for ostrich. These animals are also easier to maintain than cattle and produce more. As one of only five ostrich farms in Kansas, Rock Creek Ostrich Ranch will be able to capitalize on the growing demand. The Ranch currently maintains 300 acres of land near Madison, appropriate for raising breeder sets. When the breeder sets are producing eggs and those chicks reach maturity, the ranch will begin its revenue cycle. They are currently cultivating and strengthening relationships with buyers and vendors.
This business venture aims to develop a webbased service that will supply all of the scheduling and booking needs of any given educational institution, including day-to-day classes, meetings, and public events. While his scheduling suite was originally designed to accommodate higher education institutions, Williams explains the product could be modified to accommodate businesses, hospitals, hotels, government offices, and many other organizations with some minor configuration changes. So far, Williams’ product has consistently operated 105 percent faster than his biggest competitors, with 15 percent less network traffic. Unlike his competitors, Williams plans to sell his licenses to institutions as a whole, instead of on a per-computer basis, allowing for more flexibility and convenience.
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Grand Opening of the Business Resource Center will better serve students and increase retention
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n an effort to build student retention and foster community engagement, the School of Business at Emporia State University opened the Business Resource Center this past spring. The BRC, located in Cremer Hall, was developed based on feedback received from business students, faculty, and staff. Within the center, students can receive information about School of Business events, scholarship opportunities, student organizations, tutoring services, degree options, university happenings, and community activities. Among many programs, the BRC features career services tailored specifically for School of Business students. “Internship and career placement for students is a major emphasis for our school,” said Dr. Kristie Ogilvie, dean of the School of Business. “This effort is led with a partnership of a faculty-appointed director of career and internship services and supported by the school’s career and internship coordinator, all made possible by a private gift from a School of Business supporter. The school is very grateful for such a wonderful contribution.” Graduate and career services coordinator, Alisha
Lyon, focuses on building ties with local and regional employers to connect business students with career and internship opportunities. “Graduating from college with real world and relevant experience puts students ahead of others when applying for jobs,” said Lyon. “My position was created in the School of Business to complement the wonderful services already offered at the university level.” Dr. Sharath Sasidharan, associate professor of information systems and director of career and internship services for the School of Business, is eager to start building relationships with employers and placing students into positions. “We are strengthening our relationships with our existing employer base to increase job and internship opportunities and, even more importantly, reaching out to new employers,” Sasidharan said. “Focusing on internships is particularly important as employers view them as an extended job interview, during which they observe and evaluate the suitability of the student as a future full-time hire. In conjunction with the student services provided by the BRC, we are here to ensure the professional success of our student body in the School of Business.” The BRC also serves as a “home base” for several
27 clubs and organizations for business students and the source for many student-focused activities. Jennifer Thomsen, student services coordinator in the BRC, works with students on a variety of projects and plans different events throughout the semester for students. Thomsen explained, “We want to help our students feel more connected to the school and enjoy their time here. Our student organizations are great at merging the academic and social aspects of the college experience. This semester, we have been working with them to sponsor ‘Wacky Wednesdays,’ providing all students various opportunities to take a break from studying, play games, and learn more about the organizations and the School of Business.” In addition to services offered, the BRC is an area for students and faculty to use. Dr. Joyce Zhou, assistant professor of marketing and advisor to the Marketing
Club, explained, “I have used the BRC on several occasions, when students in my class need to make up exams. The staff in the BRC are very helpful and professional.” Dr. David P. Cordle, provost and vice president for academic affairs at Emporia State University, added, “This new Business Resource Center has one purpose, and that is to foster student success. We are confident that our School of Business students will benefit from the center’s services as they pursue their Emporia State studies and prepare for good lives and careers after graduation.”
“We want to help our students feel more connected to the school and enjoy their time here.”
Corporate Connection Emporia State University School of Business
Corporate Connection is a networking
opportunity for companies to visit the School of Business at Emporia State University and collaborate with students, faculty, and staff. This program promotes interactions between students and employers, while enhancing a company’s brand recognition on campus and within the Emporia State community. During Corporate Connection, the Business Resource Center works with faculty within the School of Business to organize inclass presentations by company representatives, provides display space in high student traffic areas, develops information sessions, promotes student-centered activities, and tailors each Corporate Connection to meet the needs of the
visiting company. Students will be encouraged to attend events and communication will be found in various channels across campus including emails, class bulletin boards, School of Business website, social media, Scala boards throughout campus, Buzz-In emails, and in-class announcements. To reserve a Corporate Connection date, Corporate Partners must work with the School of Business career services coordinator to book dates and activities. Visits to campus will occur in the months of September, October, February, and March. Please contact Alisha Lyon at alyon1@ emporia.edu or call 620-341-5456 for more information.
In addition to networking with students, faculty, and staff, the Corporate Connection program includes these benefits:
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1. Display of corporate logo and career opportunities links on the School of Business web page within the Corporate Connection Day page. 2 Company details displayed on corridor monitors. 3.
Company literature displayed in the “Corporate Connection� area of the Business Resource Center.
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Company logo displayed in the walkway on the second floor.
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Contact with career services director and coordinator for the School of Business.
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Opportunity to join the School of Business Mentoring Program.
Mentor Program to connect School of Business students with Emporia State alumni and supporters
This fall, the School of Business at Emporia
allow for mentors from across the world to participate in the program. State University launched its first Mentor Program All of the matched participants will be invited to in order to encourage relationship building attend the first-annual School of Business Gala on between Emporia State alumni, supporters, and November 7, 2014. At this event, mentors and mentees current students. will be joined by School of Business scholarship All Emporia State alumni and supporters are recipients, faculty, staff, campus administrators, and invited to apply to be mentors to current School community members in order to celebrate School of of Business students. The Mentor Program, which Business achievements and new initiatives. kicked off in September, will consist of monthly “This Mentor Program ties into several of our communication between mentors and mentees on initiatives. The faculty and staff in the School topics such as resume critique, industry trends, of Business are continually focused on offering networking, and professional goals. our students learning Tim Wright, a 1986 opportunities outside of the graduate of the School “ The education that I received from classroom and encouraging of Business and current them to network with our Emporia State has changed my life, president of Wright CPA alumni and supporters,” Group in Emporia, was and now it’s time to give back. explained Dr. Kristie the first person to apply to ESU students are the future! ” Ogilvie, dean of the School be a mentor. “I signed up of Business. “Through this for the School of Business’ program, students will be able to develop relationships new mentor program because I want to make a that they can utilize after graduation and well into difference in the lives of today’s young people,” their professional career.” Wright explained. “The education that I received For more information on the Mentor Program, from Emporia State has changed my life, and now please contact Jennifer Thomsen at jthomse1@ it’s time to give back. ESU students are the future!” emporia.edu or by calling 620-341-5232. It is suggested that mentors and mentees dedicate approximately one hour per month for these conversations which can take place face-toface, via e-mail, or video chat. This versatility will
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TOP 10 High Academic Standards and Affordable Tuition Rank the School of Business T
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his year, the School of Business at Emporia State University was listed as one of The 10 Most Affordable Business Schools in 2014 by Affordable Schools. Universities selected for this ranking encompass criteria such as high academic standards and curriculum, while offering affordable tuition. The ranking considers both undergraduate and graduate degrees as well as on-campus and online programs. Affordable Schools is an online resource for individuals to search out and select higher education institutions that reflect cost-effective tuition and high academic quality. “Businesses strive to give their customers good value for their money. The School of Business at Emporia State exemplifies this,” said Dr. Ron Freeze, associate professor of information systems. “It is wonderful to be recognized for this achievement.” Affordable Schools highlighted several attributes in the School of Business profile: AACSB accreditation, student to faculty ratio of 18:1, and scholarship opportunities for business students. Information was included on the Marketing Research Lab and the access to internship and career opportunities offered to business students. “Higher education is an investment in the future,” said Dr. Michael D. Shonrock, president of Emporia State University. “Our School of Business is an excellent example of quality education that is affordable.”
“Businesses strive to give their customers good value for their money. The School of Business at Emporia State exemplifies this.”
Antes Competes in Dirty Kanza “Half-Pint”
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ucas Antes, an MBA student from Olathe, has been riding bikes competitively for a little over two years. On May 31st, he was joined by almost 1,300 competitors as he competed in the 9th annual Dirty Kanza bike race. “Ever since I heard about the Dirty Kanza at the beginning of 2012, I knew I wanted to ride it,” Antes explained. “The challenge of the distance of 200 miles through the tough Flint Hills is not for the faint of heart. I wanted to prove something to not only myself, but to others that I can push through the pain and mental strain.” This year, about 800 riders registered for the 200mile race, and about 500 riders registered for the 100-mile version, referred to as the “half-pint.” Healing from a knee injury this year, Antes decided to enter the half-pint race. “I had never ridden further than 90 miles, so 100 seemed pretty difficult, considering that 90 was really difficult from the last DK.” Finishing just after the 10-hour mark, Antes completed his first “century,” the longest ride he’s participated in. This year, competitors traveled from countries as far
away as Australia and Norway. The race began at 6:00 am on May 31st and officially concluded at 3:00 am on June 1st. Riders who finished the race were greeted at the finish line by hundreds of community members and supporters, ready to help celebrate their success at the post-race block party in downtown Emporia.
“The best part, aside from getting to ride my bike in some of the most amazing scenery with some awesome people and finishing, would have to be that I was able to persevere and push through the mental and physical challenges.”
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mporia State University’s Dr. Peggy Lane was awarded the Southwest Decision Sciences Institute (SWDSI) Outstanding Educator Award for 2014, on March 12, in Dallas. SWDSI is a subdivision of the Decision Sciences Institute, a non-profit professional organization committed to the understanding and improvement of decision making in organizations and to the development of scholar teachers in the decision sciences. The Outstanding Educator Award is presented annually by the Federation of Business Disciplines, on behalf of SWDSI, to an educator who has made an outstanding contribution to the discipline of decision sciences. Lane is well known for her innovative approach to teaching and for providing students with hands-on experiences. In 2009, Lane became the first professor at Emporia State to use SAP software in class. The course content included Enterprise Resource Systems concepts and hands-on experiences with ERP. She was instrumental in creating the proposal to add an ERP concentration to Emporia State’s MBA program, which was accepted and is now offered to students. This past year, Lane served as the executive director of the School of Business at Emporia State UniversityKansas City program where she worked to create
“Lane is well known for her innovative approach to teaching and for providing students with hands-on experiences.” partnerships between existing students, area industry, and community colleges. In addition to serving as director in Kansas City, Lane also instructed two graduate-level ERP courses at Emporia State. Since coming to the university in the spring of 2007, Lane taught a variety of ERP and MIS courses and also served as department chair before moving to the Kansas City location. At the end of the spring semester, Lane left the Emporia State Family to pursue another opportunity at Missouri Western State University.
School of Business Students Recognized as
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hree School of Business students were recognized in May as being Emporia State University’s Outstanding Student Athletes of the Year. These awards are presented annually to deserving male and female student athletes based upon their performance over time, athletic achievement, academic success, community service, and contribution to their respective teams. Receiving this year’s awards were Chris Poston, a senior studying business administration; Payson Maydew, a sophomore accounting student; and Laura Patrick, a senior marketing major. Poston, a defensive back for the football team from Oklahoma City, led the Hornets to a 19-4 record in his final two years. He was named first-team All-MIAA in the fall and was a Daktronics and Football Gazette AllRegion selection. During his final season, he posted 38 tackles, while executing four interceptions in seven games to lead the conference in interceptions per game. He was a member of the Emporia State Athletic Director’s Honor Roll and the MIAA Academic Honor Roll. MIAA decathlon and heptathlon champion Maydew recently completed his second standout year on the track and field team. The All-American from Pratt broke the school record for both events scoring 7,207 points in the decathlon and 5,305 in the heptathlon. In June, he was ranked fourth among NCAA Division II athletes and 25th among athletes, regardless of division. His 3.83 cumulative GPA has earned him recognition as a member of the Emporia State Athletic Director’s Honor Roll, the MIAA Academic Honor Roll, and an MIAA Scholar-Athlete. Laura Patrick, from Hutchinson, was the leading scorer for the women’s basketball team over the last two years. She also led Emporia State to back-to-back MIAA tournament titles and trips to the Sweet 16. During her senior year, she was a unanimous first-team All-MIAA selection, earned Daktronics All-Region honors, and was a D2Bulletin honorable mention All-American. She ended her career ranked fifth in three-point field goals made with 175 and is the leader among two-year players for Emporia State. She is on the School of Business Honor Roll, Emporia State Athletic Director’s Honor Roll, the MIAA Academic Honor Roll, and is a MIAA Scholar-Athlete.
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Koch Center for Leadership & Ethics named at Emporia State Grants bring new academic opportunities to Emporia State students through Koch Center for Leadership and Ethics
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In June, Emporia State’s School of Business
proud to join the Fred and Mary Koch Foundation to help make this vision a reality.” announced a landmark initiative to establish a The center’s leadership is comprised of co-directors, center of leadership and business ethics dedicated Dr. Kevin Johnson, general council and professor of law, to the study of free market principles, leadership, and Dr. Steven Lovett, assistant professor of business law and ethical theories. and ethics. Brent Kinghorn, a visiting scholar, joined this Initial grants of $750,000 established the fall. “Dr. Lovett and I are looking forward to fulfilling center and came from the Fred and Mary Koch the center’s mission, which is to explore the impact of Foundation, Koch Industries, Inc., and three principled entrepreneurship on a free society and to School of Business alumni and Wichita-based Koch apply market principles to management,” said Johnson. employees: David Robertson, president and chief For DenaSue Potestio, president and CEO of the operating officer, Koch Industries; Dale Gibbens, Emporia State Foundation, the grants that established senior vice president, human resources and public the center exemplify the vision of the Now & Forever sector, Koch Industries; and Kim Penner, president, Campaign, the largest and most comprehensive Koch Pipeline Company, L.P. fundraising campaign in the The work supported by university’s history. “The the center will be grounded “We are very enthusiastic to center will do important in academic freedom and have a new academic center work exploring what will positively impact leadership capabilities are students, faculty, and the that focuses on the research necessary to advance the community. “The School of and instruction of leadership economic well-being of Business’ new Koch Center individuals, organizations, for Leadership and Ethics and ethics.” communities, and ultimately aligns with our university’s states and nations, and how newly proposed mission strong ethical principles provide the fabric of sound statement emphasizing leadership,” said Dr. leadership decisions. ” Michael D. Shonrock, Emporia State president. Housed in the School of Business, the Koch Center “Thanks to the kindness of a foundation and private for Leadership and Ethics will work to advance the donors, the center expands opportunities for our university’s educational mission and enhance resources faculty and students in many fields of business and for both students and faculty. industry.” “We are very enthusiastic to have a new academic Koch employees Robertson, Gibbens, and center that focuses on the research and instruction of Penner are all Emporia State alumni who have leadership and ethics,” explained Dr. Kristie Ogilvie, stayed connected with their alma mater. Robertson dean of the School of Business. “We have had a longis a 2006 Distinguished Alumni, Gibbens serves on standing relationship with the Fred and Mary Koch the Business Alliance for the School of Business, Foundation and Koch Industries, Inc., as well as with Mr. and Penner currently serves as chair of the Robertson, Mr. Gibbens and Mr. Penner — all School of Foundation’s board of trustees. “As an Emporia Business alumni. We look forward to the prosperity and State business school graduate, this is an exciting opportunities these grants will bring to our university.” milestone,” said David Robertson. “On behalf of Koch Industries and my fellow ESU alumni, we are
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his spring, Ingram’s Magazine recognized Emporia State University’s Dr. John Rich as a 2014 Icon of Education for his commitment in the classroom. Since 2009, Ingram’s has honored the region’s top administrators, researchers, and classroom instructors with its Icons of Education program. This year, Rich was selected for his dedication to excellence in the School of Business at Emporia State University. Rich has been a faculty member at Emporia State since he accepted an instructor position in 1968. He currently serves as a professor of accounting and the director of student affairs and alumni in the School of Business. “I found the recognition by Ingram’s to be a great and very pleasant surprise,” Rich said. “I am honored to have been chosen and believe that I represent the many faculty at Emporia State who are deserving of this recognition. To be included with the past and present recipients of this award is a humbling honor, and one that I will always treasure.” Dr. Rich’s dedication to the field of accounting and to Emporia State University have earned him a variety of roles over the years. In addition to serving as a professor in the School of Business, Rich has served as department chair, acting assistant vice president of academic affairs, both associate dean and interim dean for the School of Business, faculty athletics representative, and on a variety of campus and community-wide committees and leadership positions.
During his time as associate dean, the School of Business achieved AACSB International accreditation, a mark of distinction held by less than 5 percent of all business schools in the world. Rich explained, “Earning the accreditation was a 20-year process of continuous improvement which involved many stakeholders. Being a part of the faculty and administrative team that achieved accreditation for our School, I believe, will be the most significant and long-lasting contribution.” “Dr. Rich has impacted the lives of many with his commitment to students and passion for education,” said Dr. Kristie Ogilvie, dean of the School of Business. “Many of our graduates stay connected with Dr. Rich and are always eager to speak about his influence on their college experience. The School of Business is proud to call Dr. Rich one of our own, and we congratulate him on this recognition in Ingram’s Magazine.” Before moving to Emporia 46 years ago, Rich earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting from Oklahoma State University. He earned his Ph.D. in accounting from the University of North Texas in 1985. In his time at Emporia State, Rich has been awarded the Xi Phi Outstanding Faculty Member in 1974, a University Service Citation in 1994, and the Campus Pride Award in 1996. He has also been an author, co-author, and editor of a number of regional and national journal articles.
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