Business

Finance Student Secures Internship with Toyota
Mariah Dempsey, a Finance major at East Texas A&M University set to graduate in May 2026, recently secured a coveted internship with Toyota—an opportunity that will allow her to deepen her understanding of the auto and mobility industry while working with one of the world’s most respected companies.

Bridging Classrooms and Careers: Nazmush Munia’s Path to Global Impact in Supply Chain
From the classroom to the corporate world, Nazmush Munia is a living testament to East Texas A&M University’s mission to transform lives through excellence in education, discovery, and service.

College of Business Innovators Take Top Honors at Texas Healthcare Challenge Hackathon
Two outstanding students from the College of Business—Rithika R. and Nirupama Vallabhaneni—helped lead their multidisciplinary teams to second and third-place finishes in the highly competitive TXHCC Open Track at the 7th Annual Texas Healthcare Challenge Hackathon, hosted by Health Wildcatters at Pegasus Park.

East Texas A&M Alum Named Plano ISD Principal
Jean Laswell, a 2007 graduate from East Texas A&M University, has been named the first-ever principal of the newly established Plano ISD Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center.

Alum Named Southlake Fire Chief
A Lion alum with more than 30 years of experience in fire and emergency medical services was recently appointed to lead the Southlake, Texas Fire Department.

Finance Society Panel Sparks Purpose-Driven Conversation on Careers, AI, and Sustainability in Commercial Real Estate
The Finance Society at the East Texas A&M University College of Business recently hosted a thought-provoking panel discussion at the Dallas location, bringing together an accomplished group of women leaders from Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) to share career insights, discuss emerging trends and offer practical advice to students pursuing careers in finance, accounting and real estate.

College of Business Student Shares Cybersecurity Insights at ISACA North Texas Education Meeting
East Texas A&M University’s College of Business continues to deliver on its mission to transform lives, as demonstrated by student Princess Odio’s recent invitation to speak at the ISACA North Texas Education Month Meeting.

Finance Students Gain Real-World Insight from Veteran Mortgage Broker at ETAMU Session
An event hosted by the Finance Society at the East Texas A&M University College of Business on March 18 attracted approximately 20 enthusiastic students eager to gain insights from a seasoned financial expert.

College of Business Hosts Semi-Annual Accounting Town Hall, Connecting Students with Industry Experts
East Texas A&M University's Accounting and Finance Department recently hosted its semi-annual Accounting Town Hall on March 5, 2025, offering students valuable opportun...

Finance Society Hosts Insightful Session with Raymond James’ VP of Wealth Management
The Finance Society in the East Texas A&M University College of Business recently hosted an engaging and informative session with guest speaker Jeff Olsen, Vice President o...

ETAMU Business Staff, Alum Named Co-Chair of DJCC
Yazan Kakish, director of marketing and communications for the East Texas A&M University College of Business, was recently named the co-chair of the Dallas Junior Chamber of Commerce's (DJCC) Board of Directors.

From Gas Station to Golden Arches: The Inspiring Journey of Anand and Susana Kumar
Anand and Susana Kumar own 17 McDonald's stores across Northeast Texas. Now, they're helping boost East Texas A&M students to success.

ETAMU Student Entrepreneur Unveils Beauty Product Vending Machine on Campus
East Texas A&M University students don’t have as far to go in search of beauty products, thanks to the work of a fellow student with an entrepreneurial mindset.

ETAMU Student Featured on Supply Chain-Focused Podcast
East Texas A&M University student Hannah Monk was recently featured in the first episode of "Future Voices of Supply Chain," a podcast hosted by DFW-based entrepreneur Nathan Chaney that speaks with up-and-coming names in the field of supply chain management.

College of Business Faculty Named to Tech Titans Board
Dr. Chris Myers, professor of marketing and business analytics at ETAMU, was recently named to the Board of Directors of Tech Titans, a Dallas-based technology trade organization that is the largest of its kind in Texas.

East Texas A&M University’s College of Business Hosts Successful Accounting & Finance Career Fair
East Texas A&M University’s College of Business hosted a highly successful Accounting & Finance Career Fair on February 12, 2025, at the Rayburn Student Center, where over 120 students had the opportunity to engage with top recruiters from across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

College of Business Kicks Off 2025 with Quarterly Alumni Breakfast
The College of Business at East Texas A&M University hosted its first Quarterly Alumni Breakfast of the year on Thursday, February 6.

College of Business Earns Reaffirmation of Accreditation from AACSB
The East Texas A&M University College of Business has successfully renewed its accreditation with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

Venture College Hosts Entrepreneur and Author Joseph Hanna for an Exclusive Innovation Workshop
East Texas A&M University’s Venture College, housed within the College of Business, continues to bring industry leaders to campus to inspire, educate, and engage students in the entrepreneurial process.

Regents Professor Dr. Augustine ‘Chuck’ Arize Retiring After 37 Years of Service
After approaching four decades of teaching Lion students, Dr. Augustine “Chuck” Arize has announced his retirement from East Texas A&M University.