Grossman School of Business

10/19/2026

These students are more than athletes. They're business students, teammates, leaders, and future professionals.

At the Grossman School of Business, our student-athletes bring the same dedication they show on the field into the classroom, their careers, and the broader University of Vermont community.

Through UVM Athletics, they develop skills in leadership, communication, collaboration, discipline, resilience, and teamwork that help shape their success as business students and future professionals.

Meet a few of our Grossman student-athletes and hear how competing at the collegiate level has influenced their experience as students:

Emma Warren | UVM Women's Soccer

"Being on an athletic team has taught me how to effectively communicate in a group and to lean on my teammates for help when I need it. These skills have helped me become a better collaborator and overall succeed in the classroom."

Pieter Bultman | UVM Men's Soccer

"I chose UVM because of the community built around the university, the support shown to our team from the community, and the competitiveness of the soccer team nationally."

Jake Jacobi | UVM Men's Soccer

"In soccer, everyone has different strengths and responsibilities, but we all work toward the same goal. Grossman brings that same spirit as we push one another to higher standards. Group projects and collaborative experiences bring a variety of skills and perspectives to the table every day."

Vanessa Smith | UVM Women's Soccer

"As an athlete, I have learned to be disciplined, hard-working, and resilient. Applying that mindset to academics helps me manage my time effectively, work through challenging workloads, and strive for success."

These students are athletes, business students, teammates, and leaders, each bringing unique perspectives shaped by their experiences both on and off the field.

We're proud to share their stories and celebrate the many ways they contribute to the Grossman community.

At Grossman, athletics means business.

10/09/2026

We are proud to see Adam Locklin, a Sustainable Innovation MBA alumnus from the University of Vermont Grossman School of Business, now serving as Vermont State Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration, helping shine a spotlight on the entrepreneurs and business leaders making a difference across the state.

Adam is encouraging nominations for the SBA's annual small business awards, which recognize outstanding businesses and leaders across a wide range of categories, including Small Businessperson of the Year, Rural Small Business of the Year, Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Family-Owned Small Business of the Year, and more.

This is an opportunity for Vermont's business community to come together and celebrate the people and organizations that are strengthening our economy, creating opportunities, and demonstrating what's possible through entrepreneurship.

“The U.S. SBA has been a valuable resource for Vermont’s small business community for decades. These awards are a chance to recognize the entrepreneurs and businesses driving our economy forward.” – Adam Locklin US SBA District Direct

Do you know a Vermont business owner, entrepreneur, manufacturer, exporter, veteran-owned business, or family business that deserves recognition? Consider submitting a nomination and helping elevate their story. Nominations and applications are due by December 7: https://lnkd.in/gSYfUbSP

10/08/2026

The future of higher education may not be a straight line from classroom to career.

A recent LearningWell Magazine feature highlights how the Grossman Co-op is helping students move between learning and professional practice in ways that build confidence, judgment, and career readiness. Under the leadership of Stephanie Meunier, the Grossman Co-op continues to evolve as Vermont's first business co-op program, creating opportunities for students to engage in meaningful, full-time professional experiences while earning their degree. We're grateful to partners like BETA TECHNOLOGIES and the many organizations investing in Grossman School of Business students' growth and success.

Read more: https://learningwellmag.org/article/working-and-learning

New approaches in college and career could reshape what higher education has to offer

10/07/2026

How do taxpayers decide whether a tax system is fair?

New research from Edward Gamble, Rick VandenBergh, and Thomas Chittenden of the University of Vermont Grossman School of Business explores an issue that matters deeply to Vermonters: property taxes and public school funding. Their article, Rethinking Local Choice: Experimental Evidence on Taxpayer Sentiment and Public School Funding, was recently published in Public Administration Review (PAR).

The findings demonstrate how behavioral science can help policymakers better understand citizen perspectives and design systems that strengthen public trust. At the Grossman School of Business, faculty research continues to connect rigorous scholarship with real-world challenges facing our communities.

Read the abstract and more at https://lnkd.in/gwtxGtMk

10/01/2026

"I am incredibly proud of the students who are joining our community and, as I get to know them, I continue to be impressed by their passion, curiosity, and genuine care for others. At the Grossman School of Business, these qualities give me tremendous confidence in the thoughtful, engaged, and responsible leaders we will be sending into the world in the years ahead."" — Dean Vikas Anand

We are excited to welcome the newest Catamounts to campus and to the University of Vermont Grossman School of Business community.

Read more about the Class of 2030 in a recent University of Vermont article, "UVM Welcomes the Class of 2030, One of the Most Diverse Classes in University History." https://www.uvm.edu/uvmnews/news/uvm-welcomes-class-2030-one-most-diverse-classes-university-history

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09/30/2026

For the 10th consecutive year, the Beta Gamma Sigma chapter at the University of Vermont Grossman School of Business has earned Beta Gamma Sigma's Highest Honors distinction, an international recognition of excellence in student engagement, leadership, and academic achievement.

Congratulations to Chapter Administrator Cyndi Dowling, Chapter Advisor Barbara Arel, our Beta Gamma Sigma student members, and the faculty and staff whose dedication continues to strengthen the chapter's impact.

We're also excited to see Avery Bellavance represent our chapter at the Beta Gamma Sigma Leading with Vision Conference, reflecting the leadership and academic excellence that continue to define our student members. Read the full story below.



Read More: https://www.uvm.edu/business/news/grossman-school-business-chapter-earns-beta-gamma-sigma-highest-honors-recognition

09/25/2026

Vermont's aging business ownership population poses important questions about succession, legacy, and the future of our state's economy.

As WCAX-TV highlights, employee ownership is one approach that can help preserve businesses, retain jobs, and keep knowledge rooted in local communities. But it is also part of a broader conversation about how business owners prepare the next generation of leaders.

At the University of Vermont Grossman School of Business, students explore these issues through coursework, research, case competitions, and community engagement focused on entrepreneurship, family business, and sustainable leadership. Faculty experts, including Felipe Massa, help students examine the opportunities and challenges organizations face as ownership and leadership pass from one generation to the next.

Through the school's Family Business Initiative, Grossman School of Business connects students, educators, advisors, and business leaders to conversations about innovation, succession planning, and building organizations that endure.

We're pleased to see this important topic receiving statewide attention.🎥 Watch the WCAX story:

Facing an upcoming wave of aging Vermonters retiring, state leaders are working to insulate small businesses.

09/22/2026

The University of Vermont Grossman School of Business of continues to rank among the nation's strongest accounting programs, earning recognition in the latest National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA)Candidate Performance Report.

Based on 2025 CPA Exam results, the accounting program at the Grossman School of Business at earned the distinction of being #1 in New England among institutions with 10 or more CPA candidates. Nationally, University of Vermont ranked 28th among 848 U.S. institutions, placing the program in the Top 3% in the country. Among mid-sized accounting programs serving 21 to 60 CPA candidates, University of Vermont ranked #7 in the nation.

The results mark another milestone in a long tradition of excellence: 2025 is the 15th consecutive year GSB has ranked among the Top 40 mid-sized accounting programs in the United States. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gaW73VgJ

09/09/2026

[Update] It is with great sadness and a profound sense of loss that the University of Vermont Grossman School of Business writes to acknowledge the tragic and unexpected death of our long-time colleague, Sarah O’Sullivan.

Sarah and her son, Liam, died as a result of an accident over Labor Day weekend during a family gathering. Her mother, Sheila, died a week later from complications related to the accident, leaving a profound void in the University of Vermont community. Sarah had been an employee of UVM for the past 13 years, working for Risk Management & Safety, the University of Vermont Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources, and most recently for University of Vermont Foundation & Alumni Association, but the bulk of her career was spent at the Grossman School of Business where she served as an executive assistant to Dean Sanjay Sharma from 2019 through his retirement in June of 2026.

The death of Sarah O’Sullivan has impacted the UVM family on a campus-wide scale. If you are struggling with grief or need someone to talk with, please know that UVM’s Employee Assistance Program is available to support you. Services provided by InvestEAP can be found on their website, or by calling their Immediate Clinical Line at 866-660-9533.

If you feel compelled, we invite you to share your thoughts, photos, and memories with us via [email protected]. Please indicate if we can share this at a Celebration of Life event on campus or share it privately with Sarah's family.

A GoFundMe has been created for her family at https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-jason-after-the-tragic-loss-of-sarah-liam-lilly?
An event will be held on campus at Grossman School of Business on 9/18. Registration requested at https://lnkd.in/gY_dXtzE

08/26/2026

President Marlene Tromp's presentation this week highlighted the many ways the University of Vermont is advancing its mission through student success, innovation, civic engagement, workforce development, and global impact.

Article: https://www.uvm.edu/uvmnews/news/optimism-and-purpose-uvm-president-marlene-tromp-outlines-state-university-2026

At the University of Vermont Grossman School of Business, we were proud to see several accomplishments recognized, including the launch of Vermont's first undergraduate business co-op program, strong career and graduation outcomes, and national and international recognition for The Sustainable Innovation MBA at the University of Vermont, ranked the #1 Better World MBA in the U.S. and #2 globally by Corporate Knights.

These milestones reflect the dedication of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, advisors, and partners who help make experiential learning and real-world impact possible every day.

As we prepare to welcome our newest Catamounts and welcome back our community next week, we're energized by the momentum across UVM and excited for all that's ahead. Together, we're helping students forge bold futures while strengthening Vermont and communities around the world.

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