Congratulations Graduates!

The University of Dallas College of Business held its commencement ceremony on Friday, December 16.  Alumnus John Hamid (MBA '91) was the keynote speaker.

Follow these links for photos and videos from the event:

• Keynote Speaker Part One
• Keynote Speaker Part Two
• Hooding and Diploma Presentation Part One
• Hooding and Diploma Presentation Part Two
• Graduation Photo Album

Adjunct Honored by Lockheed Martin

Nine members of the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics technical community were officially inducted into the Corporate LM Fellows program last month.  Among them was Dr. Edward Richards, one of our adjunct faculty.

Each Fellow is recognized in their field of specialty as a technical leader, domain expert, innovator and mentor. The LM Fellows program is designed to ensure that the enterprise maintains a pre-eminent position in technology, and leverages the knowledge and expertise of the technical workforce.

Dr. Beldona To Be Interviewed on 104.9 FM

Dr. Sri Beldona, Associate Dean for International Student Services, will be interviewed on FunAsia 104.9 FM today at 6 p.m. Tune in to hear what Dr. Beldona has to say about the University of Dallas in Irving and how to determine which MBA program is best for you.

Would you like to learn more about our MBA with a concentration in Sports and Entertainment Management?

Sign up for our information webinar on December 7 to speak with Dr. Scott Wysong, the director of the sports and entertainment management concentration. RSVP here: http://www.udallas.edu/info

UD Student Profile: Meet Kris®!

Among the graduates this month is Kris® who will receive his MBA in Information Technology Service Management and in Project Management. On paper and in person, Kris® stands out and once you meet him, it is clearly evident why.

Kris® originates from the western coast of India in the state of Goa, about an overnight journey by train from Mumbai. Before ever attending the University of Dallas, Kris® started to invest in his future. Six years ago he describes there was a “hunger for establishing identity.” Often, he says, much of what a person remembers is an email and he set out to make his distinct by tradmarking his name. Assuredly, not many will forget seeing an email from him when they see ® following his name.

Kris® chose to attend UD because of the pre-MBA program, but he decided to stay to earn his MBA because it offered exactly what he wanted to study and the “faculty was really impressive, especially Dr. Sue Conger.”

Dr. Conger soon became one of faculty members Kris® is closest too. She introduced Kris® to Thanksgiving and especially the Turkey Trot, a 5K run in Dallas. It is a cherished memory “because for a faculty person to come out of their professional realm and extend that opportunity for social interaction in the US and during Thanksgiving, that was really kind and touching.” For nearly one and a half years, Kris® also worked with Dr. Conger as her GA. He attributes his time with her as key in improving his “level of thinking” and it is what gave him “a different perspective altogether in terms of academic pursuit.”

Moreover because of the campus itself, Kris® has also had the opportunity to interact with liberal arts students and faculty members. He can speak nine languages, which helps him to socialize with students and faculty who originate from all over the world. Being able to interact with the academics on campus “is really enriching” and he believes if “you go to a normal business school, you won’t get it. So interacting with all of the faculty has given me a better understanding that the roots of UD are really deep and strong.”

From the Student Advisory Board to SIE, Kris® is active on campus. In his third and last term with SIE, he was elected its president. Working with Dr. Mike Cosgrove, the SIE faculty advisor, Kris® and SIE are moving to make the “organization stronger and take it forward in terms of helping the students professionally network and connect to all of those alumni who have been active members of SIE since 1973.” As a member of SIE, he has “been able to give a considerable contribution.”

Following graduation, Kris® plans on pursuing his PhD in Information Technology Service Management at the University of Southern Queensland where he will be able to learn from faculty that he already knows through his work here.

Welcome to UD!

The UD Admissions Office would like to welcome one of our new Experienced Professional MBA students.  Ricardo, we're glad you chose UD!

UD Alumni Profile: Meet John!

John Cantrell, from the class of 1970, was among the first to graduate from the College of Business MBA program. He was working for Texas Instruments while going to school, and he says that attending the University of Dallas allowed him to meet people who were from all different disciplines, the jobs they had, and the reason they were here. John still recalls his favorite memories of building relationships with his fellow classmates.

“We got very close going through many of the programs where we worked in groups like marketing where there would be four or five to a group; we got to know each other very well. I think that, plus the association with the professors, who were top quality, in my mind, were my fondest memories and most beneficial memories in my mind.”


Having received his bachelor’s degree from Texas Christian University, the master’s degree program at UD has been beneficial to John’s career. “It was the stimulus that let me leave Texas Instruments, which was a very fine company, and become an entrepreneur, forming my own company for 33 years, coming in the oil and gas business.”


“I have actually come back to the University for advice; it was extremely valuable. Halfway through my career when my company had some very tough business decisions and with one in particular, Dr. James Maknes, was very helpful in getting back on the track and could’ve very possibly saved my business. That was invaluable.”

Faculty Profile: Bruce Evans on Management and Music

Professor Bruce Evans, professor of management in the College of Business, is a native New Yorker who has spent time living in various parts of the East Coast. His uncle was a professor at Harvard and his sister taught at Gallaudet University. “It got me to wonder if I didn’t belong in education.”

Prior to joining the faculty at UD, he worked as a re-insurance underwriter at CIGNA which led to his Vice President of Reinsurance position at Transport Insurance.

He came to the University of Dallas when the Graduate School of Management was newly forming, and has served the University longer than any other faculty colleague. “I heard that an MBA program had just been launched.”

The favorite part of teaching at UD for Evans is the Capstone Experience, which he helped to create. Launched in 1973, theCapstone is the final course for graduate students. It was formed after a meeting with various professors from universities with leading business schools such as Stanford, Harvard, and Tulane. Those faculty members strongly endorse inactive case study books. From there, Evans and his colleagues took a cue to instead involve actual chief executives who pose significant strategic problems for the graduating students to master.

 “Management is an art. We had to find something practical,” he says.

Evans is currently in his 148th Capstone course. “The results from the clients are superb. It’s been great for everybody.” He says that he is proud and privileged to have guided MBA students in their learning experiences.

In addition to teaching, Evans is a musician on the side. He has played the clarinet since he was eight years old. His band, “Sound Judgment,” has been together for decades, and has played at the President’s Reception, Cotillion Ball, and Alumni Reunion weekend. “It’s just plain fun. I’m comfortable.”

Evans is also being interviewed on 1160 AM every Wednesday morning at 7:40 a.m. He discusses the College of Business graduate school and the Capstone Experience.

“I’m doing what I want to do.”

As if you needed another reason to go to UD...

Reason number 1245 to enroll at the University of Dallas?  Parking.

While we have enough parking place to accommodate our student population, parking is scarce on many campuses.  Check out this article in the Chronicle of Higher Education for more details.

College of Business Alumni in the News

Several University of Dallas College of Business Alumni have been in the news recently.  Congratulations to all of them on their accomplishments!

Jim Noschese (MBA):  Named Global VP of Sales at AppZero
Jason Wood (MBA):  Named Program Chair for Chancellor University College of Business
Borja Lopez (MBA):  Innerspec Technology Featured in Lynchburg (Va.) News Advance
Steffen Bay (MBA):  Named VP of Marketing and Business Development for DART Helicopter Services

Center for Cybersecurity Education Offers Free Lecture

Here's an interesting offering from our Center for Cybersecurity Education. UD offers several degree options in cybersecurity, including MBA and MS degrees.  Contact an advisor to find out more.

The University of Dallas Center for Cybersecurity Education recently announced the latest event in the Ellis Technology Management Lecture Series, the Cyber Citizen Forum.

For this forum, the University of Dallas is partnering with the United States Department of Homeland Security and the Fort Worth Police Department to hold a two-hour seminar on current Cybersecurity issues, trends and the future of cybersecurity education and careers. The forum is open to the public and is free, but registration is required as space is limited. Two hours of CPE credit will be awarded to attendees by the University of Dallas.

Being safe online is more than just purchasing and installing security hardware, software and creating a secure password. It's about awareness and training for Americans so we can protect and defend our personal and business electronic footprint. Criminals both foreign and domestic are working every minute of every day to obtain your electronic information and use it for their own financial benefit. At this session, you will learn important lessons on how to protect your online information, and how to help friends and family become aware of the importance of protecting their own personally identifiable information (PII) when using the Internet.

Event:   Cyber Citizen Forum: A National Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign
Date:     Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Time:    6:30 - 8:30 P.M.
Place:   Fort Worth Police Training Facility
             1000 Calvert Street
             Fort Worth, TX 76107
Cost:    Free and Open to the Public, but seating is limited so please RSVP.
RSVP:  By September 21, 2011 to eangelico@udallas.edu

UD Alumni Profile: Meet Carla!

Carla Rosenberg is a successful businesswoman in the sports and entertainment industry.  As Senior Vice President for Professional Sports & Entertainment at Zelo Public Relations, she handles client acquisitions, branding strategies and media management for professional athletes.  Prior to that role, she worked in executive roles for the Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars and SCA Promotions.  But, before all that, she got her start at the University of Dallas MBA program.

What is your fondest memory of the University of Dallas?
My concentration was Sports & Entertainment, so the industry immersion trip to New York City where we got to visit Madison Square Garden, the U.S.T.A National Tennis Center & the NFL and NBA executive offices.  Those memories and experiences will last a lifetime!

How has the University of Dallas shaped the person you are today?
I am more prepared to deal with others on group projects and meetings. Also, I am more confident in my ability to handle presentations and spreadsheets.

What makes the University of Dallas special?
UD offers flexible scheduling of courses for students to maintain a work/life balance. There are also industry immersion programs that provide unique opportunities and exposure for students.

Who from the University of Dallas most impacted your life?  How?
Dr. Scott Wysong – he has always been so supportive and encouraged me to apply for the program. In addition, he was/is always responsive and helpful in finding a solution when I had a question about anything school related. He always and continues to provide opportunities to network with other students that have similar interests and career goals. He does a great job of keeping me plugged in.

DFW Companies Make Strong Showing on Inc. 5000 List

The University of Dallas is located in the heart the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which has one of the strongest economies in the nation.  More than 100,000 companies are located in DFW, and 124 of them were just named to the Inc. 5000 List of the Fastest Growing Private Companies in America.

The Inc. magazine 5,000 list ranks private companies according to percentage growth over the previous three years and covers a variety of industries.  Four DFW area companies made the list's top 100.

124 Dallas-Fort Worth Companies Make Inc. 5000 List

Classes for the Fall term start tomorrow.

However, there is still time to get started on your MBA this fall.  The University of Dallas has rolling admissions and multiple start dates, which means that students can begin classes at several times throughout the year.

Here's a look at the rest of the calendar for 2011:

• September 12:  12-week fall II semester begins
• October 15:  six-week foundation II semester begins
• November 28:  two-week intermester begins

Apply Now Online!

Another thing for new students to do with the start of classes!

While most of our students are employed full time and are not actively looking for work, may I suggest that both new and existing students stop by our Career Services office?

You will find the staff there to be wonderful.

Working with them in advance of your need to search for a job allows them to better prepare you for the job search.

Here is their web page: University of Dallas Career Services

Stop by their place for a visit!

Good Advice for the Start of Classes!

With classes starting Saturday, here is some good advice from Inside Higher Ed: Get to know the librarians!

We are Working Hard These Days!

We are very busy here in Graduate Admissions for the UD College of Business.  Fall classes start on Saturday, August 27th. Applications are rolling in, files are being evaluated.  Students are registering for classes.  We are down to our last few days.  If you want to get into the MBA program starting with classes here in the Fall now is the time to get cracking!

Give me a call at 972.721.4018 should you have any questions.

Check out the University's Rankings!

Here they are, right on the UD website: University of Dallas Rankings

Meeting Students in Lima

I attended a college fair in Lima, Peru on Saturday, 8/13. Over 600 people attended the 2 hour event. They all came seeking information on MBA programs. The attendees were impressed with the MBA program at UD and were surprised that such a dynamic program was so inexpensive, truly a great value.

Dr. Fernando Arellano attended the fair with me. A Limeño and himself a former international student, Dr. Arellano was able to give the prospective MBA scholars a detailed description of what it would be like traveling to Dallas to study at the University of Dallas (see photo). He is just one example of how UD professors reach out to their students.

I was impressed with Lima. The Peruvian people are very welcoming of strangers, going out of their way in making you feel at home. For those of you who don’t know, Peruvian cuisine has the reputation of being the best in South America, a reputation that is well deserved!

Once the capital of the Spanish colonial empire, Lima is a cosmopolitan city and bustling with energy. It has a mild climate, with the Pacific Ocean at it's forefront and the mighty Andes Mountains at its back. I uploaded a picture from the airplane of the steep "andino" peaks. I can see why Hollywood set an Indiana Jones movie in these mountains!

I’ll return to Dallas tomorrow. I hope to continue to have contact with the many prospective MBA students that I had the pleasure of meeting in Lima. Hopefully, I’ll be able to visit again soon.

Busy Bogota

On Thursday I attended a VERY busy college fair in Bogota, Colombia. In fact, it was so busy that I didn't get a chance to take any pictures of the fair! I was able to get just a couple of pictures of people rushing home from work and a view of the city from my hotel room.

I truly loved this city. Comprising over 8 million people in the metropolitan area, Bogota sits over 8,000 feet above sea level. Occupying a high mountain savannah, the air is pretty thin up here. Tourists should definitely take it slow because of the altitude.

Bogotanos are extremely hard working and ambitious by nature. Everyone that I met was extremely gracious and friendly. The attendees at the college fair were no exception. I spoke to many impressive students who were anxious to start their MBA and were pleased with what they learned about the programs at the University of Dallas.

I can't wait to continue my conversations with them once I return to the office. If you have friends or family in Bogota who want to upgrade their career competitiveness with an MBA, please have them contact me!

How Timely!

From the Chronicle: Latin American Countries Push More Students to Study Abroad.

It's a fortunate thing that Roger is in Columbia and Peru this week.

You can contact Roger here: rfelipe@udallas.edu.  He would love to hear from you!

Meet the University of Dallas at Kaplan's Road to Business School Series

The next opportunity to meet UD College of Business admissions staff will be at Kaplan's Road to Business School series this weekend.  We will be at the Hilton Anatole hotel at 1 p.m. on Sunday, August 7.  Please stop by our table and meet Michael Leshner, one of our graduate advisors.

For more information about the Road to Business School series and to register, click here.  Looking forward to meeting you soon!

Enrollment Managers Get Vacations Too!

I've been down at Grayton Beach, Florida for the week on a family vacation.  The beaches of South Walton County, Florida are a wonderful family vacation spot.  It's our third trip down here.

Saw this guy on the beach the other day:

 I'll be back in the office on Monday.  Give me a call then!

Upcoming Trip to Colombia & Peru

Would you or someone you know like to meet with me in Colombia or Peru? I will be in Bogotá, Colombia from August 10-11 and in Lima, Peru from August 12-15. I will have some time that I can reserve to meet with current or prospective students in either city. If you would like to meet with me, email me at rfelipe@udallas.edu .

If you know of anyone at either location who might be interested in learning about the University of Dallas, please give me their contact information or have them contact me (by email is the best method). I would love to meet with them and their families, talk about our degree programs, and explain the admission process to them.

While in each city, I would also like to visit universities that might have students who would like to study in the United States. If you have any suggestions about which ones to visit and who to speak to, I would love to hear from you!

A New Member in the UD College of Business Family!

Congratulations to Patrick & Olga Scott, here's their daughter Jordan!  Patrick is a student in the College of Business at UD.

She's a cutie, isn't she?

You can get your UD swag at the University of Dallas Bookstore.  Check it out:

Should you get an MBA?

So the question that I asked when I was a software engineer (in Singapore) and the economy was not going anywhere was "Should I go and get an MBA?". Little did I realize that it was more than a simple yes or no. I came across an article on ComputerWorld Magazine recently that digs deep into this question and provides some great insight.

Some Links of Interest:

I'll just throw out several links that have caught my eye today:

ROI's of Graduate Degrees

Amazon to start renting electronic textbooks

There is a change coming to the GMAT

The UD Experienced Professional MBA compares very favorably with the typical Executive MBA

After reading the article on the Executive MBA programs, you can learn more about our Experienced Professional MBA program by clicking here.

Please let me know through the comments if you see any other articles of interest.  We would love to get conversations started here!

A nice article for those who make presentations as part of their job interview

This article has a lot of straightforward advice on preparing for job interview presentations: Gadgets and the Job Search.  I didn't know, for example, that there are power ports under airline seats.

The Summer Wine Tasting Event

The University of Dallas College of Business hosted it's annual wine tasting event on July 14th.  Here are a few pictures from the event:

This event is a lot of fun for everyone involved.  It is purely a social occasion.  Most of the students stop by on their way to class.  There are, however, several more that make a special trip to campus that evening to participate.  The Braniff Foyer gets quite loud with all of the commotion.  We would love at our next wine tasting; so Apply Now!

Here's a topic of Interest

From Inside Higher Ed: The End of Subsidized Loans?

I'll go out on a limb here and say that this is very typical negotiating tactics for our two political parties. They each suggest we should cut the programs they think are most favored by their opponents. While this may have caused the few students' hearts to stop beating today, I don't think there is anything for you to be concerned about. Once the budget deal is inked, the student loan programs will be largely the same then as they are today.

What to expect from our blog

We have started this blog as a way to communicate with you on particular issues we encounter while working to get students admitted to the Graduate Programs of the University of Dallas College of Business. The blog will also give you an opportunity to ask questions of us as we discuss issues that confront all of us, student and administrator, of the University of Dallas community.

So welcome to our blog. Please leave a comment or two when visiting. We look forward to the conversation!