Each year at the end of the fall semester, the Maine Business School and Graduate School of Business honor December graduates for their achievements. Each honoree receives a certificate, blue cords to wear at graduation, and a locally crafted paddle to commemorate their award. We’re elated to announce the honorees of our Fall 2024 awards: […]
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Dr. Alexandru Roman relocated across the country from California to join the Maine Business School this fall. An Assistant Professor of Strategic Management, Dr. Roman earned his Ph.D. from the University of California, Riverside. What inspired you to become a professor? My father was a professor. He was the one who inspired me to join […]
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On September 25, 60 Maine Business School students gathered at the Penobscot Valley Country Club to practice their professional skills during the annual MBS Doing Business at Dinner event. This engaging evening is part of the college’s Doing Business At series, which helps students master essential business skills in a variety of non-traditional settings. The […]
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The inaugural MBS Golf Tournament, held at the Penobscot Valley Country Club on May 2, proved a resounding success, with eighteen teams participating in the scramble. Spearheaded by nineteen students enrolled in Dr. Nick Swim‘s capstone class for the Sport Management major, the event showcased their prowess in event planning and execution. “The class considered […]
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Each year the Maine Business School and Graduate School of Business honor students and faculty for their achievements. Each honoree receives a certificate, blue cords to wear at graduation, and a locally-crafted paddle to commemorate their award. We’re elated to announce the honorees of our Spring 2024 awards: Academic Achievement Awards This award is given […]
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This March, three outstanding undergraduate students from the Maine Business School participated in the prestigious College Sport Research Institute (CSRI) Case Competition at the University of South Carolina. Grace Harmatys, Lucas Ronco, and Cooper Williams, representing UMaine’s Sport Management major, showcased their academic prowess and practical skills in addressing pertinent issues within collegiate athletics. Dr. […]
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The third annual MaineMBA Alumni Awards & Business Forum honored six alumni and featured two guest speakers. Michael Bourque, president and CEO of MEMIC, and Amanda Rector, Maine State Economist, spoke about turbulence and resilience. “This year’s event was our best yet, with six award winners recognized and attending the event at the Maine Center […]
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Xinhui “Gabe” Huang joined MBS in January as an Assistant Professor in Finance. Dr. Huang earned his Ph.D. at Texas A&M International University. His teaching areas include intro to finance, financial management, and corporate finance. What inspired you to become a professor? My master’s study advisor, Dr. Pavlo Tsebro, has been a shining example for […]
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Trevor Morrison, a senior from Hancock, Maine, spent the fall 2023 semester studying abroad at the University of Mannheim in Germany. A recipient of the Gilman Scholarship, Trevor stepped out of his comfort zone and learned much about himself during his semester abroad. What is the Gilman Scholarship? The Gilman Scholarship is a grant program […]
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Adria LaRose, Esq., joined the Maine Business School faculty in the fall of 2023. Originally from Missouri, Adria spent many years in San Francisco before moving to Maine. What inspired you to become a professor? I discovered I really enjoyed teaching! As a practicing attorney, one of my favorite parts of my job was counseling […]
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