Walton EMBA Alumni Spotlight: Stephanie Martinez
Walton Executive MBA graduate Stephanie Danielle Martinez (EMBA ’19) shares her experience in the EMBA program and her entrepreneurial inspiration and drive.
02/02/2022 | By Ontario West
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Walton MBA Ethics Project Impact
During the fall of 2021, second-year full-time Walton MBA students completed The Walton MBA Ethics Project. This project was incorporated into the Business Leadership and Ethics course taught by Adam Stovernik, director of Walton MBA Programs and associate professor of management. There were 10 teams of students who received $1,000 to complete a project that will benefit others.
02/02/2022 | By Mackenzie Brown
Full-Time MBA Internship Placements
Full-time Walton MBA students received internship placements with industry leaders.
02/02/2022 | By Kimberly Silva-Nash
MBA Faculty Feature: Dr. Raja Kali on Economics, Research and Teaching
Raja Kali, Walton MBA faculty and chair of the Department of Economics, describes his experiences and research in higher education, favorite economics concepts to share with students and Walton MBA Program insights.
02/02/2022 | By Taylor Poe
Walton MBA Student Spotlight: Meet Micah and Sophia
Full-time students Micah Wittschen and Sophia Schmidt share why they chose the Walton MBA, their experience in the program and their goals for the future.
01/28/2022 | By Collin Macias
Ralph Bray, Walton MBA and Clinton MPS Candidate, on Helping For-Profit Business Operate More Sustainably
Ralph Bray (MBA ‘23) is on a mission to bridge the gap between for-profit business and environmentalism.
12/01/2021 | By Ariel Sibley
Alumna Erin Moody Rosa Provides Program and Industry Insights
Program alumna Erin Moody Rosa discusses her role as a director of sales at Warner Media, program insights, involvement with the Alumni Advisory Board and experiences with volunteering and leading with kindness.
12/01/2021 | By Taylor Poe
The Walton MBA Mentorship Program
The Walton College provides a unique mentoring program where the full-time MBA students are paired with top-level corporate executives from all over Northwest Arkansas.
12/01/2021 | By Kimberly Silva-Nash
Walton MBA Student Spotlight: Grace Crain and Phil Necessary
Walton MBA students Grace Crain and Phil Necessary discuss their experiences with the program and homecoming court.
12/01/2021 | By Ontario West
Dr. Stoverink on Managing Remotely
Dr. Adam Stoverink provides insights into best managing employees in a remote environment.
12/01/2021 | By Laurel Schley
Walton MBA Student Spotlight: Liz Luzcando and Ayden Owens
Liz Luzcando (MBA ’22) is from Panama and practices jiujitsu. Ayden Owens (MBA ‘23) is from Pittsburgh, Pa., and is one of eight children in his family.
11/29/2021 | By Collin Macias
Jeff Murray on Storytelling: Advice for MBA Students
While storytelling is an integral part of marketing, its application extends to personal life and business communication.
11/24/2021 | By Laurel Schley
Graduate Net Impact Speaker Panel
Graduate Net Impact consists of student organizations and professional groups that strive to build a more sustainable world. By running diverse program initiatives, the University of Arkansas Graduate Net Impact chapter drives meaningful change on campus, in the workplace and in the local community.
11/03/2021 | By Taylor Poe
Event: MBA Career Day
October is a busy month for our Walton MBA full-time students kicking off their fall internship hiring cycle. The MBA Programs Office works with companies to organize an MBA Career Day each year.
10/15/2021 | By Lindsey Steiger-Muck
Welcome New Marketing Director Jerra Nalley Toms
Toms loved her experience in the Walton Executive MBA program. The biggest benefit she gained from the program is reflected in her network; she still talks to her EMBA classmates often, whether it be to solve a business problem or discuss their bi-monthly get-togethers.
10/13/2021 | By Ariel Sibley
Changes in Consumer Behavior Impacting the Supply Chain
Across the country, retailers and shoppers alike are dealing with a new reality of shipping delays, less variety, and stockouts. Since the start of the pandemic, consumers’ habits have shifted dramatically, taking a toll on the supply chain.
10/06/2021 | By Laurel Schley
Walton MBA Ethics Project Inspires Full-time MBA Students to Change the World
The Walton MBA programs have implemented a new semester-long ethics project for second-year students that requires students to work in teams creating a project that will benefit others.
10/06/2021 | By Julie Storing
Stephen Agnew Creates a Legacy for His Children
Stephen Agnew (EMBA ’22) tells his story of growing up in East Little Rock as the youngest of 12 and pursuing an MBA to build a legacy for his children.
10/05/2021 | By Taylor Poe
Professional Development Builds Long-Term Skills
Walton MBA Professional Development is a one-credit hour course that students are enrolled in three times throughout the program. It’s one of the most innovative aspects of the Walton MBA.
10/05/2021 | By Lindsey Steiger-Muck
MBA Learning Series: Risk Management Principles for Uncertain Environments
Paul McDowell, senior risk management consultant for USAID and Walton MBA alumnus, describes the enterprise risk management process and how it enables corporations to achieve their strategic objectives in the face of uncertainty.
10/04/2021 | By Ariel Sibley
Fall 2021 Welcome Back Message
Walton MBA Director Adam Stoverink shares a welcome message for the start of the Fall 2021 semester.
09/01/2021 | By Adam Stoverink
Walton Executive MBA Entrepreneurship and Business Analytics Focus Study Areas
The Graduate School of Business offers graduate certificates in the focus study areas of entrepreneurship and business analytics.
09/01/2021 | By Ariel Sibley
Benefits of the Full-Time MBA Internship Program
Previous UpSpring, Nielsen IQ and Henkel Walton MBA interns and corporate recruiters shared their insight into the Full-Time MBA Internship Program.
09/01/2021 | By Taylor Poe
Walton College Executive Education Celebrates Come as You Arkansas
Join Walton College Executive Education in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the founding of the University of Arkansas.
09/01/2021 | By Alondra Cruz
Walton MBA Programs Start Fall 2021 Semester
The Walton MBA programs implement changes to the programs to benefit students starting in the Fall 2021 semester.
09/01/2021 | By Julie Storing
Internship Reflection: Ontario West
The Walton MBA program provides every student the opportunity to complete an internship with a company of their desire or companies they have great relationships with. Reminiscing over this past summer, I reflected on the hardships, learning opportunities, soul searching and victories I experienced through multiple internships.
09/01/2021 | By Ontario West
Walton MBA Faculty and Alumni Published in Special Issue of the Journal of Retailing
The special issue has eight articles focused on topics in retail: AI, Technology, Format, Private Label, CRM, Promotions, Merchandising and Sustainability. We spoke to Gauri and Dr. John Aloysius of the Walton College faculty and alumni Dinesh Hegde, Erin Rosa and Rand Waddoups.
05/03/2021 | By Hannah Lee
I got my MBA right after undergrad and here’s what happened…
“I wouldn’t do that if I were you, it will be much more valuable to get industry experience first then go back for your MBA.”
05/03/2021 | By Emily Wiencek
First Generation EMBA Students Experience In Graduate School
Many first-generation college students face a mountain of challenges when they decide to pursue a degree – especially those enrolling in graduate school.
05/03/2021 | By Ontario West
First-Year EMBA Students Receive Promotions
Participation in the Walton MBA Program Benefits EMBA students Simone Schwarze and Amy Hopper
05/03/2021 | By Taylor Poe
The NWA Unity Conference – Bridging our Differences
The Unity Conference, a “conference with a purpose,” aims to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in Northwest Arkansas.
05/03/2021 | By John Gaiters
Walton MBA Welcomes New Director
Adam Stoverink, associate professor of management and former Ph.D. program coordinator, will serve as new director of MBA programs at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
05/03/2021 | By Alexandra Goforth
Walton EMBA Admissions: Frequently Asked Questions
Walton MBA staff answer common EMBA admission questions to make the application process more transparent and easier to understand.
04/05/2021 | By Julie Storing
Sustainability Spotlight: The Graduate Net Impact Chapter
Full-time MBA students Madison Holden, Alana Collins and Meritt Rae share their experiences with the Graduate Net Impact chapter, a global organization that serves to connect students with sustainability concepts and professionals in the sustainability world.
04/05/2021 | By Hannah Lee
Full-time MBA Professional Development
The full-time Walton MBA program’s Professional Development course gives students valuable exposure and experience in a variety of business topics, including soft skills, leadership, stress management, negotiation training, diversity and inclusion, interviewing tips and more.
04/05/2021 | By Ontario West
Teaching During the Pandemic
As the University of Arkansas prepares to return to in-person instruction in fall, Walton MBA professors Tomas Jandik and Christian Hofer reflect on teaching during the pandemic.
04/05/2021 | By Alexandra Goforth
Walton Exec Ed Hosts First Virtual Women in IT Conference
Walton College Executive Education will host the first ever virtual Women in IT Conference Wednesday, April 7.
04/05/2021 | By Alondra Cruz
The Walton MBA Learning Series
The Walton MBA Learning Series allows students, alumni and the public to practice continuous learning, network with successful working professionals and gain new perspectives.
03/01/2021 | By Taylor Poe
How the Walton MBA is “Keeping It Real” with a New Digital Marketing Course
SEO. Influencers. Automation. PPC. All topics at the cutting-edge of marketing practice today. They’re also, as it happens, topics we’re discussing in the full-time Walton MBA program this semester.
03/01/2021 | By Chris Medenwald
Walton College Executive Education Continues Program Preview Webinars
At the start of the pandemic, Walton College Executive Education created a program preview webinar series.
03/01/2021 | By Alondra Cruz
Guest Speakers Add Value to Walton MBA Programs
The Walton MBA programs prepare students for a competitive job marketing with engaging lectures, case studies and guest speakers.
03/01/2021 | By Sarah Williamson
MBA Student Spotlight: Chuan Yaw Lim
International student Chuan Yaw Lim shares his experience in the full-time Walton MBA program.
03/01/2021 | By Ontario West
Walton College Executive Education Accepting Nominations for 2021 Leadership Circle for Banking Cohort
Walton College Executive Education is partnering with Milestone Leadership to host the second cohort of Leadership Circle for Banking.
02/01/2021 | By Alondra Cruz
Walton MBA Conversations with Bob Nash
Bob Nash, CEO at Bob J. Nash and Associates and former chief of staff for Bill Clinton, hosts Walton MBA Conversation, “Diversity and Inclusion: The Past, Present and Future.”
02/01/2021 | By Sarah Williamson
Outdoors Club Allows Students to Stay Active and Connected
Hayden Banister, full-time Walton MBA student and former regional service manager at J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc., wanted to find opportunities for new students to connect outside of the classroom. Due to COVID restrictions, an Outdoors Club offered a safe space to stay connected.
02/01/2021 | By Ontario West
Walton MBA Offers Scholarships to Increase Program Accessibility and Diversity
To assist students and increase diversity, the Walton MBA offers scholarships to make programs more accessible.
02/01/2021 | By Julie Storing
Spring Full-time MBA Internship Placements
Full-time MBA students Vasu Chawla, Madeleine Corbell, Brock Davis, Gina Monaldi and Cara Woelffer share their experiences securing their internships as a part of the full-time Walton MBA program.
02/01/2021 | By Hannah Lee
From the Classroom to the Workplace (and Back)
Executive MBA students Mitchell and McKinley Harris (EMBA ’22) bring new skills and solutions to the workplace after attending MBA Visual Analytics workshop.
02/01/2021 | By Alexandra Goforth
Student Spotlight: Karrie Claybrook
In Karrie Claybrook’s life, two people really helped to shape her into the person she is today. Her mother and grandmother instilled in her the importance of education and curiosity. For these trailblazing women, education was the great equalizer, an accomplishment no one could take from them.
11/05/2020 | By Ontario West
Deadline Approaching to Earn Master’s Degree in Public Service through Clinton School Online
The University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service is now accepting applications for the fourth class of its online master’s degree program. The deadline to apply is December 1.
11/05/2020 | By Patrick Newton
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