Michigan Tech College of Business Newsblog

President’s Award for Leadership Goes to Aerith Cruz

Published April 27, 2023

President Richard Koubek stands to the left of student Aerith Cruz — Cruz, pictured here with University President Richard Koubek, also served as co-host of the 29th annual ceremony.

Management information systems (MIS) major Aerith Cruz, a 2020 Chaska High School graduate, is the 2023 recipient of the President’s Award for Leadership, presented annually to one Husky selected from a pack of nominees who provide exemplary leadership to peers through activities at Michigan Tech. At the Student Leadership Awards Ceremony on April 14, Michigan Tech President Richard Koubek honored Cruz with the award. The annual event celebrates and recognizes leadership, excellence, kindness, and achievement.

Management Major Anderson Piercey is Commencement Student Speaker

Published April 26, 2023

By Shannon Rinkinen

Photo of Anderson Piercey — Piercey’s speech will center on the importance of kindness and community.

Undergraduate Student Speaker Anderson Piercey, who is earning his bachelor’s in management, will address the class of 2023 on Saturday at Undergraduate Commencement.

Awards Earned at International Business Conference

Published April 24, 2023

By Shannon Rinkinen

Image of Ulrich Schmelzle' research award — Assistant professor Ulrich Schmelzle earned both a research and service award at the international conference last month.

College of Business faculty and graduate students attended the MBAA International conference held at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago, Illinois, March 22-24. The theme of the conference was “Quality Higher Education in a Post-Pandemic World.”

Outstanding Students in Business 2023

Published April 20, 2023

By Shannon Rinkinen

*Best in Business*, L to R: Kieran Rowan, Lexi Dembroski, Kevin Hoefer

The Sam Tidwell Outstanding Students in Business awards are presented annually to College of Business undergraduates who embody a dedication to academic, leadership, and extracurricular involvement within the Michigan Tech community. Congratulations to our 2023 recipients:

Business, Finance B.S. Ranks High by Best Accredited Colleges

Published March 23, 2023

By Shannon Rinkinen

Michigan Technological University has been ranked No. 30 for best bachelor’s degree programs in business on the 2023 rankings by Best Accredited Colleges. In a strong field of competitors, the listing places MTU Business ahead of San Diego State University, the University of Georgia, Texas Tech University, and other noteworthy U.S. business programs.