Bradley University Foster College of Business

Ciao! Today's Study Abroad spotlight shines on Sami Schulte, a Business Management and Leadership major with a minor in Business Analytics. Sami joined our May Interim trip to room Rome through a food and culture course that explored the relationship between food, identity, and tradition. ✈️🇮🇹

"I was excited for the opportunity to experience another culture firsthand and learn outside of a traditional classroom setting. I chose to study abroad because I wanted to challenge myself, step outside my comfort zone, and experience a different way of life. While in Italy, I had the opportunity to explore local markets, learn about traditional Italian cooking, visit historic sites, and experience how food connects people to their culture and community."👩‍🍳

One of the most meaningful parts of Sami's trip was realizing that food culture exists in every family and community, even when it doesn’t always seem obvious. Experiencing Italy’s food traditions helped me reflect on my own family’s traditions and gain a deeper appreciation for the role food plays in shaping identity and creating memories.🍝

“This experience broadened my perspective, introduced me to new people and ideas, and gave me memories that will stay with me long after graduation.” We love this for you, Sami. Welcome home. 🙌

It all led to this moment: the culmination of coursework, practical experience, and professional preparation. Another year of students grateful for the journey and proud to showcase their work at our Senior Capstone Open House.

Bradley students brought their ideas, research, and professionalism to the Finance & Economics Student Expo. A strong finish to long days and nights of hard work and study. Thanks to everyone who presented and attended! 📈💼

Today, we remember and honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Congratulations Class of 2026!🎓

Wednesdays are for Business & Engineering Club. This past semester, students from

Pekin Community High School District 303 and Peoria Public Schools District 150 visited the Business and Engineering Convergence Center to learn about career paths for the future. For one of our sessions, the students pictured had the opportunity to work with Jeremy Brockhouse, Machine Shop Supervisor and BECC Safety Coordinator, in the Machine Shop, and Professor Heidi Rottier explained the basics of marketing through a case study of Taylor Swift. We love giving these future Braves a glimpse of where their curiosity can take them.

Things might be a little quieter here over the next few months. We'll still be here sharing stories of Braves learning new things and making a difference, but maybe not as often. We encourage you to savor the summer sun and make time to enjoy the break. August 26 will be here before you know it.

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