“Building Stronger Futures Through Industry Engagement” is the theme of Dividend 2025. Over the past year, successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders including IT Cosmetics founder Jamie Kern Lima (’00), venture capitalist Jeff Kearl, and Hanford field contractors have helped us shape students’ critical thinking about business and their professional skills. All delivered powerful message to students—daring them to dream big and persevere through any challenges that stand in their path.
Jeff Kearl Shares Hard-Earned Lessons
Entrepreneur and venture capitalist Jeff Kearl inspired students at WSU’s Business Plan Competition with candid stories of failure, resilience, and vision.
WSU Tri-Cities Launches One Hanford Leadership Academy
The One Hanford Leadership Academy provides agency training for one of the largest environmental cleanup efforts in the US.
Rep. Ed Orcutt Discusses Washington Tax Breaks
The Hoops Forum with Ed Orcutt encouraged students to think critically about taxation and its impact on economic development.
Where Science Meets Sip
A new lab boosts beverage management education with a sensory learning environment and event space.
What’s Hip About Hospitality
A panel of hospitality industry experts share personal career insights.
Mia Darnell Builds a Future through Global Campus
WSU Global Campus’s flexibility makes balancing work, parenting, and community service doable for Mia Darnell.
Study Abroad Experiences Sets Jose Lopez Apart
Jose Lopez’s global experience strengthened his confidence, cultural awareness, and career readiness.
Transparency, Communications Make Surcharges Less Shocking
Research shows clear communication about surcharges can improve customer trust and loyalty.
Engaging with Hot-Button Issues on Social Media
Research indicates engaging with controversial topics on social media can negatively impact job prospects.
PhD Corner Update from Chuck Munson
PhD students can collaborate with companies to solve high-level challenges through research.
2025 PhD Graduates
Congratulations to the Carson College’s graduating class of doctoral students.
Josh Groves’s PhD Work Bridges Emotion and Marketing
Josh Groves explores how hero narratives in medicine can improve trust and health messaging.
Hannah Botsford Uses MBA to Forge Connections
Hanna Botsford leveraged WSU’s online MBA to balance work, travel, and education while advancing her career.
Executive MBA Advance’s Kelly Anthony’s Career
Kelly Anthony’s using the EMBA to strengthen management skills, business insights, and advance in the in the private sector.
Industry Partners Power Carson Veterans’ Program
The Carson Veterans program supports military-affiliated MBA students with mentorship, career guidance, and industry connections.
Carson College Annual Awards
Congratulations to all of the Carson College of Business 2025 Annual Award Winners!
Year in Review
Take a look back at the 2024-2025 academic year in the Carson College of Business!
Pathways You Make Possible
Thanks to donor support, programs like The Next Carson Coug continue to grow—empowering students and shaping future leaders.
Gift of Education Inspires Chris Anderson’s Lifetime Giving
From annual gifts to an endowed scholarship honoring his late wife, Chris Anderson has supported the Carson College for more than 40 years.
Selling Success: Corporate Leaders Inspire Women in Sales
The Women in Sales event featured industry leader insights on navigating gender dynamics, building networks, and developing personal brands.
2024 – 2025 Student Impacts Across WSU Campuses
Discover current enrollment, graduate, and professional salary data within the Carson College of Business.
Scholarships Clear a Professional Path for Abby Vance
Abby Vance says her college experience may not have been possible without scholarships and financial aid.
Anusha Bose Credits Scholarships for Financial Flexibility
While support from her family helped cover part of her education, scholarships made graduate school possible for Anusha Bose.
Distinguished Professorship Elevates Bernard Wong-On-Wing’s Impact
The Ted Saldin Distinguished Professorship funds help Bernard Wong-On-Wing drive innovation and excellence in the accounting department.
Carson College and CougsFirst! Partner to Feature Entrepreneurial Insights
A panel of lending experts discussed entrepreneurial funding at the college’s Power Lunch with CougsFirst!
Ways to Engage with the Carson College
You can support future business leaders through giving, corporate partnerships, and sharing your ideas.
