Central Michigan University - College of Business Administration

06/10/2025

Success starts with connection, and Lori Driessnack has made it her mission to help CMU students feel seen, supported, and empowered.

“If we can give our students the right questions and the right connections, we’re setting them up for a lifetime of success—not just a four-year degree,” she says.

At the HUB in Grawn Hall, she’s creating a welcoming space where students can build confidence, grow professionally, and know they’re not in this alone.

Read more about how Driessnack is shaping student success at CMU: https://www.cmich.edu/news/details/from-coffee-shop-to-campus-cornerstone

06/05/2025

The Queller Leadership Scholars Program is helping first-generation students at CMU’s College of Business build bright futures. With support from alumni Dave and Penny Queller, students take part in leadership training, professional networking, and even an unforgettable trip to Atlanta to visit top companies and CMU alumni.

Their story is one of growth, mentorship, and possibility. Read more: https://www.cmich.edu/news/details/opening-doors-for-first-gen-leaders

06/05/2025

More fresh faces joining the CBA fam! ❤️ We’re so excited to have you — see you this fall!

06/05/2025

“I’ve been there.”

Rick Wright nearly left college behind—until he found a new path forward. Now, he’s helping others do the same.

As Assistant Director of Enrollment for Online Student Services at CMU, Rick supports learners from their first inquiry through graduation. Whether you’re balancing work, family, or a second chance at school, Rick makes sure you don’t have to navigate it alone.

“I’m not your advisor or professor—but I’ll help take stress off your plate and connect you with what you need.”

Read more about how Rick’s journey is helping College of Business students find their footing—and their future:
https://www.cmich.edu/news/details/rick-wright-helps-online-students-find-their-path-at-cmu

06/04/2025

Entrepreneurship at CMU is more than startups. It’s a mindset.

At CMU’s College of Business Administration, students explore a full range of entrepreneurial paths—starting businesses, continuing family companies, launching social ventures, and even innovating within major corporations.

They’re curious. Creative. Driven. And they’re learning to turn ideas into action.

With faculty mentors and hands-on opportunities, CMU students are building careers that reflect who they are—and what they care about.

Learn what "entrepreneurship" really means in our latest article: https://www.cmich.edu/news/details/more-than-startups-rethinking-what-entrepreneurship-really-means

06/02/2025

We pulled colors from all around Grawn to create the ultimate color palette 🎨✨🖌️

Now the real question: which one is your favorite?

05/29/2025

“You can switch majors, change schools, or decide to do something completely different. You just have to find the environment that works for you.” – Corinne Sleeter

Recent CBA graduate Corinne Sleeter started out in pre-med at another school—but after transferring to Central, switching to finance, and saying yes to new experiences, she discovered exactly where she belongs.

With a full-time role in corporate finance already lined up, she’s taking with her a wealth of hands-on learning, mentorship, and memories.

Read Corinne’s story: https://www.cmich.edu/news/details/finding-the-right-fit

05/29/2025

“You never know what saying yes is going to do for your future self.” – Annie Adams ’16

When Annie graduated from CMU with a double major in finance and international business, she didn’t know exactly where her path would lead. But by saying yes to new opportunities and showing up—even when it was uncomfortable—she built a thriving career in real estate and mortgage lending.

Now the co-owner and chief lending officer of Success Group Mortgage and Servicing, she’s helping others unlock the power of homeownership.

Read Annie’s full story and get inspired to say yes: https://www.cmich.edu/news/details/say-yes-get-uncomfortable-and-build-your-network

05/28/2025

We’ve officially kicked off summer orientation!

Here’s a snapshot from today’s session in Grawn—complete with sunglasses, a CMU flag, and a lot of excitement from our newest business students.

Today was just the beginning—we’ll be welcoming even more future leaders throughout the summer. We can’t wait to see where their journey takes them! Fire Up, Chips! 🔥⬆️

05/24/2025

We’re everywhere! Fire up, Chips!

When worlds collide! While the Central Michigan University - College of Business Administration students and faculty leaders participating in the CMU Faculty-Led United Kingdom: Intercultural Business Communication Abroad program were walking by the Tower Bridge in London last week, they noticed someone outside their group sporting a CMU sweatshirt. It turns out that CMU students Dominic and Kyle were making a stop in London on the way to their summer study abroad program in Florence, Italy! They were all able to catch up and chat about their upcoming study abroad experiences. What a cool coincidence! Thank you for sharing this story, !

Safe travels and good luck to all of our students starting their programs abroad this week! ✈️

05/22/2025

“You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to walk through the door.”

Ryan Hampton didn’t plan to triple major. Or lead the Financial Planning Association. Or become a mentor to future planners. He just kept walking through open doors—and each one led to something bigger.

With majors in finance, accounting, and personal financial planning, Ryan just graduated from CMU with a full résumé and a job already lined up. His journey shows what’s possible when you bring energy, curiosity, and a willingness to say yes.

Read Ryan’s story and see what happens when you follow opportunity: https://www.cmich.edu/news/details/finding-the-door-and-walking-through-it

05/21/2025

From Ghana to Mount Pleasant—Yaw Owusu Adarkwah found more than just a graduate program at CMU. He found a community that feels like home.

With a background in facilities management and a future in logistics and global operations, Yaw is:
✅ Earning his MBA with a logistics concentration
✅ Supporting supply chain research as a graduate assistant
✅ Preparing for a summer internship at Interlochen Arts Camp
✅ Building lifelong relationships with faculty, staff, and fellow students

“Mount Pleasant reminds me of home. If I had the opportunity to stay here, I would,” he said.

Read Yaw’s story and discover how support, hands-on learning, and connection are helping him lead with purpose: https://www.cmich.edu/news/details/finding-a-future-in-logistics