Crimson Compass

International Business Institute Director Jeff Joireman stands with arms crossed in a suit and patterned tie inside a campus building with a glass‑block wall behind him.

Message from Director Jeff Joireman – 2026

In this year’s Crimson Compass, we showcase the power of undergraduates’ international experiences and the global reach of our alumni. We’re excited to share our China study abroad program has resumed, and faculty collaboration on Indigenous research is informing business perspective worldwide.

Ornate Buddhist statues sit in front of a richly decorated Thai temple, with gold and white figures arranged across a sunlit courtyard.

Clara Sandell Discovers Importance of Cultural Nuance in Global Marketing

Clara Sandell’s study abroad in Thailand brought her international business coursework to life, offering firsthand exposure to cultural nuance and global communication. Her experience helped her develop the independence to navigate unfamiliar environments.

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Switzerland Experience Reinforces Business Concepts for Stan de Keijzer

Studying abroad in Switzerland was a natural extension of Stan de Keijzer’s international upbringing and academic interests. The experience strengthened his global mindset he sees as essential in modern business.

A group of Carson College students stand inside a large industrial hall of Terra Cotta Warriors, holding a crimson Washington State University flag during a study abroad visit.

International Business Institute Renews Study Abroad in China

The Carson College has reestablished study abroad programming in China, offering students immersive, guided learning in a major global economy. The return marks a significant step in expanding international engagement and industry exposure.

Ella Spillane practices a yoga plank pose on a mat set on a sandy beach, with rocky cliffs and the ocean in the background.

Global Business Career Inspires Ella Spillane’s Entrepreneurial Venture

From supporting international venture initiatives at Boeing to founding Trailbound Yoga, Ella Spillane’s (’21) business education inspired her professional ambition and entrepreneurial mindset for outdoor adventure.

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Executive MBA Training Shapes Amit Bedi’s Aerospace Career

Amit Bedi (’24) guides global safety and reliability teams at Collins Aerospace. His WSU Executive MBA sharpened his strategic perspective and bridged his technical expertise with business leadership in the aviation industry.

Joseph Gladstone stands at a University of Melbourne podium while Michelle Evans applauds beside a river backdrop.

International Faculty Collaboration Fuels Indigenous Research

Professor Joseph Scott Gladstone is collaborating with faculty at the University of Melbourne to explore how Indigenous perspectives influence the way organizations think about leadership, entrepreneurship, and decision-making.