College of Business at GovState

08/10/2026

New academic year. New faculty and staff. Same vision. Same direction.

As we prepare to welcome our students back, hear from our students and alumni about why they chose the College of Business and what their COB experience has meant to them.

This is only the beginning. We will be sharing more of their individual stories throughout the semester.

What is your College of Business moment?

07/20/2026

A Seat at the Table Lunch

Every other Tuesday at noon, we will gather at Running Table by Dan Peterman for a bring-your-own-lunch experience. Bring friends, come with a group from work, a social organization, a club, or your neighbors; see who else shows up, etc. - all are welcome, no registration necessary. A portion of all proceeds will directly support theNate!

For more information, contact Jeff Stevenson at [email protected].

Future dates: July 28; August 11; August 25
For more details, click here.

https://www.govst.edu/theNate

07/10/2026

AI is changing the way businesses make decisions, serve customers, manage operations, and understand data. For business students, understanding AI is no longer just a technology skill — it is a career-readiness skill.

Here are 3 reasons every business student should learn about AI:

AI is becoming part of everyday business decision-making.
Employers are looking for graduates who can use technology responsibly and strategically.
AI can help students strengthen skills in research, analysis, communication, and problem-solving.

The future of business will not just be about using AI — it will be about understanding how to use it ethically and effectively.

07/09/2026

Summer LinkedIn refresh? Start here:

Update your headline with your major or career goal.
Add recent projects, work experience, certifications, or leadership roles.
Connect with alumni, faculty, classmates, and professionals in your field.

Your next opportunity may start with a profile visit.

06/03/2026

The Fabric of Freedom
By Heather Penn, Chief Digital Engineer in the Digital Learning and Media Design Department, GovState

Imagine a single thread. On its own, it is fragile—easily snapped, easily lost. But pull enough threads together, stitch them into cloth, and you have something that can wrap around a person as armor, fly as a flag, or carry the weight of a community’s history.

WorldPride 2025, held in Washington, D.C., carried the theme “The Fabric of Freedom” as a powerful reflection of resilience, unity, and liberation. Its official artwork by Adrienne Muse depicts four hands spelling F-R-E-E in American Sign Language, each hand engaged in mending or sewing: a visual metaphor for how q***r communities continuously weave connection, resistance, and healing into the fabric of society.

This fabric of connectedness—woven through different communities—can be the uplifting support you did not know you needed until you do. Each thread holds the next, and together they form a tapestry that makes us all family.

Now carry that fabric around the world to this year’s WorldPride host city, Amsterdam. The theme: UNITY. That fabric travels with particular weight to this city. The very first same-sex marriage took place there in 2001, and 2026 marks 25 years of marriage equality, a milestone that is still not a given in many parts of the world. As a woman married to a woman, that milestone is not lost on me.
As noted on the WorldPride conference website, Amsterdam’s WorldPride Conference draws on architect Hendrik Petrus Berlage’s words: “A single brick is nothing, but together, they create something extraordinary”—a philosophy that mirrors the mission of bringing people together to build a more inclusive future.

Washington sewed the cloth. Amsterdam is laying the foundation with bricks. Different materials, different metaphors—but the same fundamental truth beneath them: no one strand, no single brick, is enough on its own. Freedom is woven. Unity is built. They both require hands, and they both require showing up, again and again, alongside others.

Taken together, these two consecutive World Prides tell a single story in two chapters:
2025 asks: What are we made of? The answer is the fabric—one’s culture, identity, passionate resistance, and stubborn love—threaded together under pressure.

2026 asks: What do we build with it? The answer is unity—not a monument, but a living structure, added to brick by brick, generation by generation, city by city.

The cloth becomes the blueprint. The bricks find their mortar. And the hands doing the work in both images are the same - reaching toward each other, across oceans and across years, spelling out something that still is not finished.

Find your thread. Add it to the cloth. You are beautiful. Happy Pride.
As we celebrate Pride Month, we encourage members of the GovState community to find opportunities to learn, support, and engage. Whether through local Pride celebrations, educational programs, acts of allyship, or meaningful conversations, each of us can play a role in fostering a campus and community where all people feel seen, valued, and respected.

06/02/2026

Oh what fun to be Professor Fraud!

Spending the week attending the 2026 Election Science, Reform and Administration Conference which brings together election officials, academics and others to improve America's elections. But first I got greeted by the mascot of the hour: Phil the Ballot!
Up top, Phil! 🗳

06/01/2026

Congratulations to all Jaguars who participated in 2026 commencement.

05/04/2026

Congratulations to Professor William Kresse on being named the American Bar Association Advisor to the Uniform Law Commission and American Law Institute Joint Study Committee on Uniform Commercial Code Articles 3, 4, and 4A, focusing on payment fraud.

This appointment recognizes Dr. Kresse’s expertise in law, business, ethics, and financial systems at a time when fraudulent checks and wire transfers continue to create serious challenges for individuals, financial institutions, and businesses. The work of this committee is both timely and impactful, helping shape how the law responds to evolving forms of payment fraud.

The College of Business is proud to celebrate this outstanding professional achievement and Dr. Kresse’s continued leadership beyond the classroom.

Congratulations, Dr. Kresse!

04/14/2026

Business Week is officially underway, and Day 1 was a meaningful celebration of student achievement and excellence in the College of Business.

At the 2026 Honors Reception, we recognized scholarship recipients, Dean’s List students, and High Honors awardees for their hard work, dedication, and academic success. It was wonderful to see family, friends, faculty, staff, and College leadership come together to celebrate the goals our students have reached and the bright futures ahead of them.

The evening was made even more special as the College of Business proudly celebrated a recipient of the Dr. Cheryl F. Green Scholarship for Societal Impact, an award that honors the legacy of former President Dr. Cheryl F. Green and recognizes leadership and commitment to making a difference in society.

Congratulations to all of our honorees on this well-deserved recognition. We are proud to celebrate your achievements.

04/03/2026

Last week I wrapped up my Audit internship at Deloitte !

It was an incredible experience learning the ins and outs of audit while working with clients in the manufacturing industry. Getting exposure to busy season so early in my career was both challenging and rewarding, and it gave me valuable insight into the profession.

One lesson that stood out to me was the importance of self-advocacy in a professional environment. I learned from many of the professionals around me that speaking up, asking questions, and advocating for your growth are key parts of building a successful career. That’s a lesson I’ll definitely carry forward.

A huge thank you to Dennis Matott, CPA, and Kellie Morgan, CPA for serving as my OBA and Coach throughout the internship. Your guidance and support made a big difference in my experience.

I’d also like to thank Nikolena Feronti and Anna Maria Tsakos for helping ensure the interns had a great experience during our time at Deloitte.
Beyond the work, I really enjoyed connecting with so many talented professionals and fellow interns. I’m grateful for the opportunity and hope to stay in touch with everyone I met along the way.
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