Student-Faculty Research Paper on Economic Impact of Tipping Wins Best Paper Award at International Academic Conference

Two students from the Paseka School of Business have received the best conference paper award (1st Place in Undergraduate Student Research) at the 2024 Korea-America Hospitality & Tourism Educators Association (KAHTEA) conference, a leading conference for hospitality and tourism research, in Chicago, IL, on April 5-6. This research competition included students from top-tier universities such as Arizona State University, Iowa […]

Grace Kennedy Named MSUM Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year

The 2024 MSUM Undergraduate Student Employee of the Year Award has been given to Grace Kennedy, Student Content Specialist, Marketing. Nominated by Kayla Stemstrom, Grace’s supervisor and Project Manager, Marketing, Grace has been recognized for her willingness to go the extra mile. Kayla shared “It is difficult to find a reliable, inquisitive, and highly communicative student that can step into […]

Katelyn Lee Named MSUM Graduate Student Employee of the Year

The 2024 MSUM Graduate Student Employee of the Year Award has been given to Katelyn Lee, Academic Support Graduate Assistant, Academic Success Center Nominated by Dr. Loren Baranko Faught, Katelyn’s supervisor and Associate Director for Student Success, Katelyn has been recognized for her leadership abilities, professionalism, and exceptional communication skills. Dr. Baranko Faught shared “Katelyn is not only an incredible […]

Dr. Sosa Machado Named MSUM Student Employee Supervisor of the Year

The 2024 Student Employee Supervisor of the Year Award has been given to Dr. Yamaya Sosa Machado, Director of Graduate Studies and Extended Learning. Nominated by undergraduate student employee, Anna Egeland, Dr. Sosa Machado was recognized for her impact, mentorship, and empowerment of her student employees. Anna shared “Yamaya’s greatest attributes as a supervisor lie in her ability to foster […]