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Creative Discontent – A Hallmark of Jewell Business

Posted on March 14, 2013

I am often asked about what makes our graduates successful.  The answer to this question is not simplistic and incorporates many aspects of life before Jewell, life on the hill and opportunities they are provided upon graduation.  However, one thing that is … Continue reading →

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Mr. Landon Rowland Delivers 2013 Distinguished Executive Lecture

Posted on March 14, 2013

On Tuesday, April 9, the Department of Business and Leadership honored Mr. Landon Rowland as presenter of the 2013 Distinguished Executive Lecture in Business and Leadership.  Mr. Rowland is past Chairman, President and CEO of Kansas City Southern Industries and Chairman … Continue reading →

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Living With Passion and Motivating Others – Shannon Oleen ’04

Posted on March 14, 2013

By Haley Jean Jones - Shannon Oleen always knew being a speaker was her destiny.  It was at the age of 8 at the 4H County Fair in Clay County Missouri where Oleen gave her first speech, where her County Leader … Continue reading →

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Experienced CPA Joins Business Faculty

Posted on March 14, 2013

By Kristen Stivers – In January, the William Jewell Department of Business and Leadership welcomed Professor Chris McCullick, CPA to the faculty. Professor McCullick is no stranger to the area, having grown up in Gladstone, Missouri and studying at Oak … Continue reading →

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Business Student Athlete Interns With Orthopedic Device Distributor

Posted on March 14, 2013

By Josiah Stegner – Business student Peter Nechvatal (2013) is currently interning at Evans Medical Distribution, a leading provider of orthopedic extremity implants in the Midwest. The company focuses on lower extremity medical devices such as plates, screws, compression staples, … Continue reading →

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Students Intern At Investment Research Firm

Posted on March 14, 2013

By Luke Longfield – As springtime approaches, many Jewell business students are engaged in various internships around the greater Kansas City area.  Last summer, Jewell business student Scott Buffa held an internship with LSA Portfolio Analytics based in Lee’s Summit, … Continue reading →

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Business Honor Society To Induct New Members April 27

Posted on March 14, 2013

By Vanessa Palier - William Jewell’s Alpha Lambda Chapter of Delta Mu Delta delivered invitation letters to prospective members on March 4, with new member induction scheduled for Saturday, April 27 during Family Weekend.  The event is open to all.

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Monday Coffees Foster Conversation and Community

Posted on March 14, 2013

On Monday mornings Business Students gather in Jewell Hall for a casual coffee and conversation with noted leaders in the fields of business, economics, accounting, leadership and entrepreneurship.  Students, faculty and guests network, share their experiences and build a rich … Continue reading →

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Liberty @ Work Program For Graduates Advances Economic Freedom

Posted on March 14, 2013

From coast to coast, the study and advancement of economic freedom continues at state-based organizations. Liberty@Work™ is a web-based professional education and training program for individuals interested in advancing economic freedom. In collaboration with state-based non-profit organizations from all across … Continue reading →

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Happy Holidays and Welcome To The Winter Issue!

Posted on December 6, 2012

As the semester reaches its completion and surrenders to the holidays, it is time to look back and reflect on the blessings of this past year as well as look forward to the exciting things ahead.  This past year has … Continue reading →

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Ethernet Inventor and Technology Pioneer Robert M. Metcalfe Spends Day on Campus

Posted on December 6, 2012

By Kelsey Brush- William Jewell College was pleased to welcome Dr. Robert Metcalfe to campus on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 as the keynote speaker at the annual Everett P. Truex Lecture in Economics and Finance. During Dr. Metcalfe’s visit to William … Continue reading →

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