Javier Castano (BSBC ’06, MIB ’07) didn’t want to pigeonhole himself into one industry. With familiarity in building construction and a passion for international travel, the Master of International Business program offered the perfect step to further his business knowledge
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How liberal arts students can benefit from a Master of Science in Management degree
By Shayna Deckman, MSM student For the longest time, I was convinced that I was going to become a clinical psychologist. I came into UF eager to begin my psychology courses, and ignored the people who told me I may
MSE alum leads innovative online company
While the daily fantasy sports industry has boomed in recent years and sports betting has become legalized in as many as eight states already across the US, RotoGrinders has shown staying power as a trusted resource in the industry. Cameron
A familiar formula for success
Growing up with both parents as accountants, Paola Charco Garza (BSBA ’18, MIB ’19) knew from an early age she wanted to pursue a career that involved thinking through calculations. “I was always a math and science girl growing up,”
Helping first-year students
Heavener’s Peer Leader program allows students to co-teach a Warrington Welcome class and play an important role in familiarizing first-year students to business school. But the first-year students aren’t the only ones experiencing the benefits of the program. Peer Leaders
Easing the transition
Gator Global Guides ensure that exchange students have an easy transition to their time on the Heavener campus. Each exchange student is paired with a guide before they arrive in Gainesville. Guides are responsible for making sure the exchange student
Gaining a Global Perspective
The Heavener School of Business continues to prioritize international experiences. In 2018, 51% of Heavener students graduated with an international experience. Students at Heavener understand the importance of seeing the business world around the globe. Jennifer Hilsdon (BSBA ’21) wrote
Uniting for excellence | Shane O’Connor
Shane O’Connor was blindsided by a testicular cancer diagnosis that ended his service in the Navy. After time to explore what he wanted to do with his future, the Nathan S. Collier Master of Science in Real Estate program at
Uniting for excellence | Emily Damron
After enrolling in the UF MBA program, Emily Damron wanted to make sure all students felt welcomed on the Warrington campus. Today, she makes sure that happens while serving as the Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion for the MBA
Uniting for excellence | Mario Agosto
Mario Agosto has grown up around real estate. After moving from Puerto Rico to Ocala when he was eight years old, both of his parents worked in the industry. Agosto made the short trip north to attend the University of