Join the Terry College for the Terry Trailblazers panel discussion. |
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| NWOGU LEADS THROUGH COMMITTMENT TO MENTORSHIP |
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Kevin Nwogu (BBA ’22) has been making an impact in his community long before graduating from the Terry College. In 2019, Nwogu founded Servant Leader Scholars, a nonprofit organization in Georgia housing initiatives ranging from scholarships and service opportunities to professional coaching and career preparation. Nwogu participated in the UGA Mentor Program as an ambassador, was president of the Student Alumni Association, contributed to the SGA First Year Program, was a peer leader for Forum, and so much more. On top of his efforts leading Servant Leader Scholars, Nwogu works full-time at Google as a YouTube Product Solutions Consultant. Learn more about Nwogu here.
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THAIN JOINS DELTA PROPEL PROGRAM |
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Haley Thain graduated from the Terry College in 2022 with a BBA in Marketing and began her career at Delta Air Lines on the social media team. Thain traveled all over the world, creating videos keeping the Delta brand relevant after almost 100 years. After 2.5 years, Thain is putting a pause on her career to become a pilot through Delta’s Propel Program. Propel will give Thain the opportunity to become a commercial pilot, which she has dreamed of since she was little. Thain’s dad, Ruel Thain, shared his love for aviation and helped Thain obtain her private pilot certificate at 18 years old. Ruel Thain has been with Delta Air Lines for over 33 years, and Haley envisions the same long career for herself.
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RABINOWITZ NAMED CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER |
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Kevin Rabinowitz has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer at Relation Insurance Services, where he will oversee Relation’s fully integrated operating model. Rabinowitz joined Relation in January 2022 as its Chief Broking Officer and has helped Relation grow since. Rabinowitz’s leadership and industry experience has proven to be invaluable and he will continue to grow and innovate Relation. Rabinowitz graduated from the Terry College in 2007 with a BBA in Risk Management and Insurance and a certificate in Personal & Organizational Leadership.
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CEBULA RECEIVES AWARD FOR MENTORSHIP |
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Richard Cebula received the Roger R. Stough Outstanding Mentor Award by the North American Regional Science Council. The award recognizes regional scientists who have been exceptional mentors to students, junior faculty members, and underrepresented populations and communities over a lifelong career. Cebula is a professor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and a visiting professor at George Mason University. Cebula is being recognized for his commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion among underrepresented scholars. Cebula graduated from the Terry College with a MA in Economics in 1968.
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MBA ALUMNI GATHERED FOR ANNUAL RECEPTION |
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MBA alumni gathered at the Terry Executive Education Center on Thursday, January 18th to connect with former classmates and network with fellow alumni. Photos from the event can be found here. Guests heard from Executive and Professional MBA Director Susan Brown, who provided highlights from the Atlanta programs and ways alumni can be involved to support the programs and current students. Associate Dean Santanu Chatterjee
also provided remarks and thanked guests for supporting Terry’s graduate programs.
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| Bob and Elisha Finney are valued members of the Terry community who graduated with bachelor’s degrees in risk management and insurance in 1979 and 1983, respectively. Since then, the couple has made it a priority to stay involved with their alma mater.
Both first-generation college students with a heart for removing barriers, the Finneys are deeply dedicated to helping make educational opportunities possible for deserving students and strengthening connections between students, alumni and the Terry community. Over the years, the Finneys established two Georgia Commitment Scholarships, named a classroom in Amos Hall and included UGA in their estate plans. They have even supported programs outside of Terry, such as Let The Big Dawgs Eat, an initiative that supports those students experiencing food insecurities. Additionally, while living on the opposite coast, they championed the Building Terry campaign for Northern California by hosting receptions, reaching out to alums and creating a match opportunity to encourage more young alumni to support the initiative. Their dedication is enduring and commendable.
Elisha never hesitates to get involved. She was named Alumni of the Year in 2005 by Terry’s Risk Management and Insurance Department and received the 2015 Terry Distinguished Alumni Award. She served as a member of the Terry Dean’s Advisory Council from 2010–2020 and currently serves on the UGA Foundation Board of Trustees.
In 2016, Elisha was honored to be one of the Terry Women’s Initiative Circle of Donors. She hopes to inspire and encourage members to achieve their full potential. This group has helped establish a platform that inspires confidence and provides the necessary resources for students, especially women, to succeed in both their undergraduate and professional pursuits.
The Finneys’ continued investment in the future of the Terry College and the University of Georgia is greatly appreciated. |
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The January Alumni of the Day were Merrill Jackson, Brandon Stirrup, Amanda Justus, Vijay Wadhwani, and Kelsey Lee. Merrill graduated in 2021 with a BBA in Management and is a Senior Business Analyst at The Home Depot. Brandon graduated in 2015 with a BBA in Marketing and is a Senior Business Manager at Xbox Game Studios. Amanda graduated in 2003 with a BBA in Marketing and is an Account Executive at Gallagher. Vijay graduated in 2019 with a BBA in Finance and is a Senior Consultant at Deloitte. Kasey graduated in 2021 with a BBA in Marketing and is a 3L at Fordham University School of Law and an incoming first year associate at White & Case LLP.
Each week, we feature an Alum of the Day, where alumni share their career, company, activities they enjoy in their downtime, favorite Georgia memories, and how they choose to give back to their community. The goal of the Alum of the Day series is to show current Terry students the types of career opportunities that exist and give them great contacts in their industry.
Be sure to check out @terryalumni on Facebook and Instagram each Wednesday to see our next featured alum! Head to the Alum of the Day page for more information and to fill out the form.
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Sea Island Scholars is designed to offer an annual, experiential learning opportunity with notable Terry alumnae and supporters. This experience offers an inside look at the business operations at Sea Island, and the chance for students to further develop personal and professional goals. This year's scholars are listed above. |
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The UGA Selig Center for Economic Growth invites Terry College alumni to join us for the 2024 Georgia Economic Outlook. For more than 40 years, the Georgia Economic Outlook has provided a place for Georgia's top business scholars and business leaders to network and learn from each other. Join us for research-backed insights into the issues facing the business community and the economy in 2024. The first local forecast took place in Atlanta on December 11 and will continue throughout the state before ending in Albany on February 15, 2024. Register to attend an Economic Outlook event here.
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Don't miss your opportunity to hear from Jack Bauerle, former head coach of the University of Georgia men's and women's swimming teams, during next month's Terry Third Thursday presentation. Bauerle retired in 2022, after finishing his 42nd year as a head coach for the UGA women's team and his 35th year as men's head coach. Under Bauerle’s leadership, Georgia has produced 87 Olympians representing 20 different nations, earning 38 medals in the process. Bauerle served as coach for the 2020 U.S. Olympic Swim Team at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan. We hope you can join us to learn more about Jack Bauerle and UGA's men and women's swimming teams.
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As part of Black History Month, the Terry College recognizes four outstanding diverse alumni who are pioneers in their industry. These Terry Trailblazers are business leaders who achieved career success while making a meaningful impact on their organizations and communities.
On February 7, the Class of 2024 will be recognized during the annual Terry Trailblazers program. Honorees will participate in a panel discussion to share stories from their personal career paths, as well as highlights from their time as students. Fellow alumni are invited to attend the presentation, virtually, to hear from this year's inductees. Click here to learn more about this year's trailblazers.
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Are you prepared to identify potential threats, manage the uncertainty of internal and external environments, and deploy crisis strategies to mitigate risk? Join the Crisis Communication Think Tank program on April 12, 2024, which focuses on strategies and principles exemplifying excellence in crisis management and leadership, and guidelines to identify and navigate proactive and resilient strategies that emerge amidst a crisis. Learn from facilitators from the Terry College of Business and Grady College of Journalism. For more information on the program, visit here.
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Ten for Terry donors support the Terry College of Business with a set-it and forget-it $10 per month gift to the Terry Excellence Fund. With over 1,000 donors, this program is contributing $100,000 to the Terry Excellence Fund each year, supporting vital growth opportunities for the college and bolstering recruitment and retention of tomorrow's business leaders. Easily direct additional funds to the units, programs and initiatives that mean the most to you by adding additional $10 monthly gifts to scale your impact. With Ten for Terry, small gifts create significant opportunities.
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Stay in the loop and never miss a beat by following Terry Alumni on Instagram. The Terry College is abuzz with alumni accomplishments, student stories, exciting events, and incredible opportunities. Get social with the Terry College to stay connected and informed about all the happenings that shape our community. |
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Ashish Merchant (BBA '92) is an executive coach and leadership advisor and recently shared how to build authentic relationships and networking as a young adult, with Cecil Cooke's RMI class. |
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MSBA students participated in the Terry College Specialized Masters StudyAway program in Costa Rica. |
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