CCU Wall College of Business

The Wall College of Business celebrates life of Dr. Linda Roddy Henderson, Professor Emerita and a deeply respected member of the Coastal Carolina University community.

Dr. Henderson devoted 28 years to teaching and serving at CCU. During her distinguished career, she led the department of accounting, economics and finance for 14 years and played an instrumental role in helping the Wall College establish its Master of Business Administration program.

A dedicated educator, accomplished scholar and Fulbright recipient, Dr. Henderson’s commitment to her students and colleagues created a lasting impact on the Wall College. Her legacy will continue through the many lives she influenced and the Dr. Linda Henderson Annual Accounting Scholarship.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to her husband, Jim, her children, family, friends, former students and colleagues. We are grateful for her years of leadership, scholarship and service to the Wall College and Coastal Carolina University.

To learn more about Dr. Henderson's life visit https://legcy.co/4g0hTe5. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to the Coastal Carolina University Dr. Linda Henderson Annual Accounting Scholarship: coastal.edu/business/give/.

Please help us welcome Nicholas “Nick” DeStefano to the Wall College of Business faculty! 🩵👌

Nick earned his master’s degree in organizational management and his bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies, with a focus in psychology and business, from Misericordia University. He has also owned a leadership development consulting business since 2016.

His research interests include employee engagement and neurodiversity in the workplace. A fun fact about Nick: He delivered a TEDx talk in 2021!

Nick has been married to his best friend, Megan, for 15 years. They have two sons, Calvin and Cooper, and a wild, entertaining and goofy 1-year-old black lab named Remy. Together, they enjoy visiting the beach and playing all kinds of sports - especially baseball.

Welcome to the Wall College, Nick! We are excited to have you join our community.

3 members of the Wall College family. One incredible impact.

The Wall College of Business is proud to recognize three members of our community who are helping create new opportunities for service and leadership at Coastal Carolina University.

Congratulations to:
• Rosie Mondragon, Marketing student and Chapter President
• Lesli Badillo-Martinez, Accounting student and Chapter Treasurer
• Noelani Figaroa, Wall College alum (Hospitality, Resort, and Tourism Management; MBA) and Chapter Advisor

Their leadership helped establish Coastal Carolina University’s Habitat for Humanity chapter, giving students the opportunity to volunteer, advocate for affordable housing, and strengthen connections with the local community.

Rosie, Lesli, and Noelani exemplify what it means to lead with purpose, and we’re excited to watch this chapter grow and make a meaningful impact.

Join us in congratulating them on this incredible accomplishment! 👏

🌟 Wall College Internship Spotlight: Ryleigh Rimmer 🌟

This summer, Ryleigh Rimmer is building valuable industry experience as a hotel operations intern with Brittain Resorts & Hotels at Litchfield Beach & Golf Resort in Pawleys Island, South Carolina.

Ryleigh learned about the opportunity while attending Coastal Carolina University’s spring internship fair. After applying and completing a phone interview, she began her internship in May.

Originally from Lake Wylie, South Carolina, Ryleigh is a senior studying hospitality management with a concentration in tourism sales. Her passion for hospitality and meeting new people continues to guide her as she prepares for a career in the industry.

Outside of the classroom, Ryleigh is an active member of the Women in Business Club and hopes to become even more involved on campus this fall.

We are proud of Ryleigh and the experience she is gaining this summer! 👌💼

The emojis we have. 🤝 The emojis we deserve. 🩵

If you could add ONE Wall College emoji to your keyboard, which would it be?

Or tell us what we’re missing. ⬇️

🌟 Internship Spotlight: Sierra Hohenshilt 🌟

This summer, Wall College student Sierra Hohenshilt is gaining hands-on experience as an Activities and Recreation Intern at Marriott’s OceanWatch Villas in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Sierra, a rising senior studying International Business Management with a minor in Film Studies, discovered the opportunity through Handshake and applied through Indeed. After completing a successful virtual interview while studying abroad, she was invited to join the resort as a full-time intern for the summer.

Through this experience, Sierra is strengthening her leadership, communication and hospitality management skills while working in an industry that aligns with her degree.

After graduation, she hopes to move to Charleston and join her fiancé in growing their faith-based wedding videography company.

“Being honest and genuine is the most valuable asset you have on a hospitality-driven team. Love on others, and it will get you farther than you could ever imagine.” — Sierra Hohenshilt

We are proud to see Sierra putting her Wall College education into action!

POV: You’re a new Chant and already understood the Teal Tuesday assignment. 🩵👌

The fits? Teal.
The energy? Unmatched.
The school spirit? Already activated.

Welcome to the Wall College, new Chants! 💼✨

Where are they now? 🎓

Meet Erik DeLuca, a 2025 Wall College of Business graduate who studied management and completed a minor in commercial and investment real estate.

Today, Erik lives in Des Moines, Iowa, and works as a Commercial Real Estate Asset Management Analyst with Principal Asset Management, part of Principal Financial Group.

One of the most rewarding parts of the role is making decisions that directly impact client performance. In three words, he describes the career as: Manage. Develop. Perform.

The Wall College helped prepare Erik by providing opportunities to connect with industry leaders and encouraging growth beyond the classroom and outside of their comfort zone. A favorite memory? Traveling to Iceland and London with the Wall Fellows Program at Coastal Carolina University ! ✈️

Advice for current students: “Get the best possible internship opportunities.”

We are proud of all that Erik has accomplished since graduation!

Ready to take the next step in your career?

The Wall College of Business MBA at Coastal Carolina University is designed for working professionals and future leaders who want to strengthen their business knowledge, sharpen their decision-making skills, and prepare for new opportunities.

With online, face-to-face, and hybrid options, CCU’s MBA offers the flexibility to move forward while balancing work, life, and your goals.

Explore the MBA program and apply today: coastal.edu/business/mba/

Congratulations to our Fulbright Program award recipients. We’re proud to celebrate these outstanding people for earning prestigious Fulbright awards and representing through international scholarship, collaboration, and academic leadership worldwide.