CATCH-22, a team representing the College of Business, won the 2013 Donald W. Reynolds Governor’s Cup at an awards luncheon on April 10, 2013 at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock.

The Donald W. Reynolds Governor’s Cup is one of the premier business-plan competitions in America.  This competition is supported in large part by the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation along with support from corporations, businesses, individuals, foundations, and universities.

CATCH-22 team members James Rutherford, Ryan Guinee, Robert Grasby, and Brandon Burroughs, along with their team advisor, Richard Crane, won 1st prize in the amount of $25,000 for their undergraduate business plan that will create a liquid organic fertilizer from an undesirable fish that has invaded the Mississippi River Basin.  They also won the Arkansas Farm Bureau Agriculture Award 1st place prize for $6,000.

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The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a ceremony in the concert hall, followed by a reception in the Bailey Alumni and Friends Center. The event is free and open to the public.

Research – Joseph R. Bell

Most economists would agree that the true essence of entrepreneurship – to define, invest, build, and repeat a successful business model – is what drives economic recovery.

As the primary driver behind the campus and community integrated Entrepreneurship Program, Professor Joseph R. Bell has applied that same outlook in the academic realm and produced a prolific amount of scholarly work since coming to UALR.

Public Service – Nancy Landrum

Recognized by Arkansas Business Publishing Group as a statewide Eco-Hero, Dr. Nancy Landrum, associate professor of management, is training sustainability-minded business professionals to lead through the next generation.

Landrum developed UALR’s first undergraduate and graduate courses in sustainable business practices, in which students engage in service learning projects. Some of the projects have included Seguku Women’s Association of Uganda Africa, marketing and business development to learn about the realities of working with an organization in an emerging economy; Arkansas Energy Office, research to identify funding sources for businesses to implement energy efficient projects; and the Sustainable Business Network of Central Arkansas, to profile the growing number of sustainable businesses.

Teaching – Dr. Gaurav Kumar

Dr. Gaurav Kumar, associate professor of accounting, possesses that gift in the world of higher education and accounting: the ability to provide detailed and technical information about accounting rules and procedures, while also demonstrating how those rules relate to the larger, global accounting perspective.

Pradeep Sapkota, a UALR alumnus who co-authored a paper with Kumar submitted to the American Accounting Association, credits Kumar with helping him grasp the “broader picture” of accounting. “For example, what is so special about the double-entry bookkeeping system, where did it all start, what is its significance, and what value does it hold? Thanks to Dr. Kumar, my eyes have been opened, and I can really put things into perspective

For more information, contact Marita McNair at 501-569-3204. The following is a list of the college-level nominees:

RESEARCH

Frances S. Fendler, Professor of Law
Ibrahim Duyar, Associate Professor of Educational Leadership
Kwasi Boateng, Associate Professor of Mass Communication
Joseph R. Bell, Professor of Management
Tansel Karabacak, Associate Professor of Applied Science
Nidhal Bouaynaya, Assistant Professor of Systems Engineering
David F. Mastin, Professor of Psychology

PUBLIC SERVICE

Kelly Browe Olson, Associate Professor of Law and Director of Clinical Programs
Anarella Cellitti, Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education
Amy Oliver Barnes, Assistant Professor of Mass Communication
Nancy E. Landrum, Associate Professor of Management
Wm. Jay Sims, Instructor of Earth Sciences
Catherine Lowry, Associate Professor and Chair of Information Science
Angela Hunter, Associate Professor of Philosophy and Interdisciplinary Studies

TEACHING

Coleen M. Barger, Professor of Law
Judith A. Hayn, Associate Professor of Teacher Education
Stacy Moak, Professor of Criminal Justice
Gaurav Kumar, Assistant Professor of Accounting
Margaret E. McMillan, Associate Professor of Earth Sciences
Hirak Patangia, Professor of Engineering Technology
Stacy M. Pendergraft, Professor of Theatre Arts and Dance

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Norris is only the second Arkansan to receive this national award, which is given to those who contribute significantly to the vitality and strength of the economy, combining business achievement with service to humanity.

Dr. Jane P. Wayland, Dean of UALR’s College of Business, nominated Norris for the honor. Beta Gamma Sigma officials will travel to Little Rock for the presentation, which is locally sponsored by the UALR College of Business and the Little Rock Chamber of Commerce.

The ceremony will be held at the Little Rock Chamber of Commerce AT&T Auditorium. A reception will follow in the Deltic Timber Atrium.

Beta Gamma Sigma is an international honor society serving programs accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) of which the UALR College of Business has met its rigorous set of quality standards.

Membership in Beta Gamma Sigma is the highest recognition that a business student in an accredited program can receive.

Norris received her M.A. degree  in Education with honors from UALR and is a summa cum laude graduate of the University of Memphis. In 1995, she co-founded Aristotle, an Internet and interactive design company, marketing and consulting firm, beginning as a four-person operation.

The firm now has 75 employees and is recognized as a pioneer in a rapidly changing industry, one that continues to develop new approaches to interactive and web services, emerging technologies and communication opportunities. Aristotle’s client base includes the arts, museums, hospitals, tourism, government, and politics.

Both Norris and her firm are known for philanthropic activities, donating substantial time and services to community organizations. Norris has received recognition from the University of Arkansas, Arkansas Community Foundation, the University of Memphis, the National Association of Women Business Owners, Arkansas Business, the Rotary Foundation, and the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame, among others.

For more information about the award ceremony or the UALR College of Business, contact Jane Wayland at (501) 569-3356.

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Beta Gamma Sigma is the honor society serving business programs acredited by AACSB International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.  Membership in Beta Gamma Sigma is the highest recognition a business student anywhere in the world can receive in a business program accredited by AACSB International.  The awards program will be held in the Donald W. Reynolds College of Business, Room 103 on May 3, 2013, at 5 p.m.

Following this event students will be awarded various scholarships in the 37th Honors and Awards Ceremony.

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Elder is currently researching state budget stabilization funds, or rainy-day funds, during economic downturns. He is also working on determining the optimal portfolio allocation for retirees. A popular judge for numerous local and regional economic competitions, he has also helped coach the Central High School Federal Reserve Challenge team to earn national championships.

With a doctorate and master’s degree in economics and finance from the University of Pittsburgh and his real-world experience, Dr. Elder brings a wealth of knowledge to his students and the Arkansas business community.

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The Future Business Leaders community is a great place to begin your university life with other students who share your interest in a College of Business major. The community is intended for students considering a major in Accounting, Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Management Information Systems, or Marketing (including Advertising/Public Relations).

Discovering Business, the College’s freshman experience course, includes introductions to all business majors, as well as opportunities to:

Attend panel discussions with local business leaders (Lecture with the Leaders series)

Participate in tours/visits to local corporations (job tours through the College’s Career Center)

Meet upper level business students (through the College’s Ambassadors program)

Start building your resume and interviewing skills (through the College’s Career Center workshops)

Have special community-only meetings with advisers (from the College’s Academic Advising Center)

Students in the community will be enrolled in the same section of Discovering Business (BSAD 1110) in the Fall, taught by Dr. John Hall. In the Spring semester, community connections with the College of Business will continue with additional activities including social events with faculty and other business students, and a variety of sessions designed to help you choose your major and move successfully into your business degree work.

Course

Discovering Business: BSAD-1100-01, M 1:00-1:50, John Hall

An introduction to business as a profession. It is designed to be team-taught by faculty from different areas of business to provide an overview of management in organizations, leadership, human resources, financial management, accounting, production, and marketing, as well as the global dimensions of business and their social responsibilities. The course includes industry visits and invited talks by business experts. The overarching goal of the course is to introduce the student to the various dimensions of business and to help them to identify areas of study that are of particular personal interest. One credit hour.

 Apply for a Living Learning Community

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At Acxiom Corp., where she has worked for more than a year as recruiting specialist, Welch identifies prospective candidates for the company to hire and coordinates interviews. Her job includes serving as the contact for UALR.

“As a graduate, I am honored to work so closely with faculty and students,” said Welch, who received a bachelor’s in business administration degree in management with an emphasis in human resource management in 2009. “This gives me the opportunity to stay connected and give back to my alma mater.”

The 2006 Homecoming Queen, Welch was a Chancellor’s Leadership Corps scholar and was involved in a number of residence hall and student programming committees, including the Student Government Association.

“My experience at UALR gave me the tools necessary to lead in any academic, professional, or social setting. Both the coursework through the College of Business and my involvement on campus were key in preparing me for the workforce,” she said.

Originally from Mounds, Ill., Welch attended Meridian High School, so she visited colleges in Illinois, Missouri, and Tennessee. During her senior year, she moved to Pine Bluff and graduated from Watson Chapel High School. “During my first visit to UALR in 2005, I was very impressed and excited about the campus and the future of UALR.

“I found out about the CLC scholarship during my tour at UALR. I had a week to apply before the deadline and called the Office of Recruitment every day with questions until I submitted. Everyone was very helpful and friendly. Being awarded the CLC scholarship added icing on the cake,” added Welch.

She previously worked in sales at Hewlett-Packard Co. in Conway and as a community advis0r/leasing manager at Place Properties in Little Rock. She also interned at PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLC in St. Louis.

Welch is a member of Central Arkansas Human Resources Association, Arkansas Association of Colleges and Employers, and Society for Human Resource Management.

What was your favorite class? Gender Studies – This class opened my eyes to the differences between males and females in various cultures and how leadership styles are perceived between the two in the workplace.

How do you show your Trojan spirit? By continuously wearing the first Trojan T-Shirt I owned. I bought it during the 2005-2006 season, and we had an AWESOME basketball season. I decided to call it the “lucky shirt.” Now I wear it to every basketball game I attend and refuse to throw it away.

What is your favorite UALR memory? Fall Welcome Weeks – As a freshman, it was my first impression, and every year after that I made sure to be a volunteer. It was very exciting to attend the activities and a great opportunity to meet students and faculty.

Complete this sentence: When I was a child, I always … Wanted to be a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. In grade school, I attended a community event hosted by members of the organization. It was awesome, and I remember thinking, “I can’t wait until I’m old enough to join.” Also, my favorite teacher and community leader was a member, and she left an outstanding impression on me. Joining the Mu Kappa Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. in 2007 was a dream come true.

What one word would you use to describe yourself? Ambitious.

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Open House & Mid-Term Mixer, March 13, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Donald W. Reynolds Center for Business and Economic Development, Suite 109.

Beginning, March 11, College of Business Undergraduate Academic Advising will relocate to The Center for Student and Career Services. This would be a great opportunity to schedule an appointment and network with college administrators, advisers and faculty.

Patrice N. Sims
Coordinator of College of Business Academic Advising
Advising- Accounting Majors (All) & Management Majors (Last Names A-F)
Email:pnsims@ualr.edu

Jennifer C. Grant
Educational Counselor
Advising: Management Information Systems (All), Online Management (ALL), Online Human Resource Management (ALL), Management (Last Names G-O)
Email:jcgrant@ualr.edu

Melissa G. Jackson
Educational Counselor
Advising: Economics (All), Finance (All), International Business (All), Marketing (All), & Management (Last Names P-Z)
Email:mgjackson@ualr.edu

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In general, credits earned with a grade of C or greater at other appropriately accredited institutions may be transferred for credit toward majors and minors offered by the College, unless otherwise noted within departmental sections. Credits for upper‐level business courses completed at schools not accredited by AACSB International are withheld pending review and validation by the department offering the course(s). Credits earned at community colleges in business courses offered by UALR at the upper‐level are not transferable toward a business degree. Students must complete at UALR at least 50 percent of the major department degree requirements and at least 50 percent of all COB courses required for a business degree. Transfer students should report to the appropriate department chairperson prior to their first registration.

If you have questions on a specific major or minor please contact the following departments:

• Accounting- 501.569.3351
• Economics & Finance- 501. 569.3354
• Marketing & Advertising-.501. 569.3358
• Management-501. 569.3353

Transfer Admissions

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Dr. John R. Hall, associate dean for undergraduate studies in the UALR College of Business, is also a consultant with the Federal Reserve System through the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.

He received B.S. and MBA degrees in finance from Florida State University and a Ph.D. in finance from Indiana University. As associate dean, he coordinates the Business Perspectives class, a freshman experience course to help students transition from high school to university living and studying.

In addition to teaching finance courses at UALR, Dr. Hall has created educational and training materials and consulted for the Federal Reserve System’s examiners for the past 15 years on a variety of topics, usually within the capital markets area. His most recent work has been an extensive online essentials course that sets out a comprehensive review of basic financial concepts from the yield curve through derivatives. Each summer, he teaches sections of a face-to-face course for examiners, Principles of Asset and Liability Management.

From his interactions with the Federal Reserve System, Dr. Hall brings a wealth of current, real-world banking knowledge back to his students and the central Arkansas business community.

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