Craig School of Business at Fresno State

Craig School of Business at Fresno State Empowering Future Business Leaders

The Craig School of Business educates and inspires a diverse student body and supports sustainable, inclusive economic development in Central California and beyond.

Words from Dean Olson-Buchanan to the Bulldogs for Life from graduating class of 2026 | 🎓• • • • •Congratulations, Cra...
05/18/2026

Words from Dean Olson-Buchanan to the Bulldogs for Life from graduating class of 2026 | 🎓

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Congratulations, Craig graduates! You have reached a significant milestone, and I hope all of you take pride in what you've accomplished. We at the Craig School of Business are certainly proud of you and it has been a privilege for us to play a role in your education.

All of you have faced challenges and developed your own unique talents. You have worked hard, overcome difficulties, and learned much about the world and yourselves. As your professors and mentors, we have sought to develop the particular strengths that make you who you are. You will find in the coming years that your unique perspective is your secret weapon in both work and life. I hope you will find a way to share your gifts with the world, make an impact, and give back to your community.

You are now part of a proud tradition that goes back 100 years to the beginning of the Craig School of Business. Generations of Craig School graduates have come before you. They have built great businesses, strengthened their communities, and created value for others. Many of you have personally benefited from the mentorship, support, and dedicated service of our alumni You now walk in their footsteps, and I am confident that you will set an example for the generations of Craig School students who will come after you.

Today is an exciting day, and it is your day. We celebrate your achievement and we look forward to seeing what you will achieve next. You make us Craig School Proud!

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For the full digital program, visit https://bit.ly/4eI3LY3!

05/18/2026

Shaking hands and sharing the stage with the next generation of leaders, innovators and drivers of change in business | , part II 🎓

Announcing the class of 2026 President’s Graduate Medalist – Laura Ramos 🎓🥇Laura Ramos is a two-time alumna of Fresno St...
05/15/2026

Announcing the class of 2026 President’s Graduate Medalist – Laura Ramos 🎓🥇

Laura Ramos is a two-time alumna of Fresno State, having earned her B.S. in business administration in 2011. Since then, she has worked continuously at Fresno State, starting her career at the Center for Irrigation Technology. She has served as director of research and education for the California Water Institute since 2018. Throughout her time in the MBA program, Ramos used what she learned in the classroom to improve policies and procedures at the California Water Institute. She aligned the institute’s planning with the university’s strategic goals, expanded partnerships with tribal and environmental groups to bring all stakeholders to water negotiations and launched a Weekly Water Insights segment on KMJ radio.

Ramos’ culminating MBA project focused on defining a niche strategy for the California Water Institute, supported by a financial sustainability framework targeting at least $1 million in annual grant funding. Ramos plans to lead the institute to be the preeminent public policy institute for the Central Valley.

Full story at today.fresnostate.edu!

Saiya Sohal is the future of business leadership and management 🎓 💼 👑 "My time at the Craig School of Business has prov...
05/13/2026

Saiya Sohal is the future of business leadership and management 🎓 💼 👑

"My time at the Craig School of Business has provided me with valuable real-world knowledge and experiences that I will carry with me throughout my professional career. Through courses in human resource management, leadership, and negotiations, I have developed a deeper understanding of how businesses operate and how effective communication, collaboration, and decision-making contribute to an organization's overall success. These experiences have prepared me to confidently transition into the workforce and apply the skills I’ve gained to my future career opportunities!"

Saiya Sohal
B.S. in Business Administration — Option in Management
Class of 2026

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The Craig School will celebrate Saiya, a nominee for the undergraduate dean's medal, and the class of 2026 during the commencement ceremony for the Craig School of Business at 8 a.m. Friday, May 15, at the Save Mart Center! 🐾

CSB graduate dean's medalist, Laura Ramos, will drive public policy in the valley 🎓 🥇 💼 Laura will become a two-time Fre...
05/09/2026

CSB graduate dean's medalist, Laura Ramos, will drive public policy in the valley 🎓 🥇 💼

Laura will become a two-time Fresno State alum after earning an MBA this May! She has been the director of research and education for the California Water Institute since 2018 and has applied her graduate coursework to improve its policies and procedures, including launching a Weekly Water Insights segment on KMJ Radio.

Laura plans to lead the California Water Institute to be the preeminent public policy institute for the Central Valley. Please help us congratulate Laura! ❤️ 💙

Read more on Fresno State Today ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ORtNh1

Honorary doctor of laws recipient Joshua Easterly’s life and work illustrate that where you start doesn’t dictate how fa...
05/08/2026

Honorary doctor of laws recipient Joshua Easterly’s life and work illustrate that where you start doesn’t dictate how far you can go. ✨

Growing up as one of five children, Easterly began his higher education journey at Fresno City College before transferring to Fresno State, where he graduated magna cm laude from the Craig School.

Today, as a co-founding partner and co-president of the global investment firm Sixth Street, Easterly expands educational opportunities by serving on the board of trustees at Harlem Academy in New York, an institution dedicated to breaking the cycles of disadvantage for low-income children. He funds scholarships for Fresno State business scholars and created the Frank Easterly scholarship for future educators at the Kremen School of Education and Human Development, reinforcing his conviction that strong teachers have a multiplier effect across the Central Valley.

Easterly will receive an honorary doctorate during the Craig School commencement ceremony at 8 a.m. Friday, May 15, at the Save Mart Center. Full story on Fresno State Today at bit.ly/4ng1CF3.

Jordan Rodriguez, our undergraduate dean’s medalist for the class of 2026, is ready to make an impact through a career i...
05/06/2026

Jordan Rodriguez, our undergraduate dean’s medalist for the class of 2026, is ready to make an impact through a career in finance! 🎓🏅📈

In addition to earning a B.S. in business administration, Jordan has extensive community service and leadership experience, including involvement with the Association of Finance Scholars, Student-Managed Investment Fund and Beta Alpha Psi.

Jordan’s earned a Chartered Financial Analyst Level I certification and is preparing for the Level II examination. Read more about his journey at bit.ly/4upPB27! 🐾

04/30/2026

Represent the CSB proudly with merch from the student-run pop-up! 👚🧢✨

Business students from the CSB Student Store class design, market, and budget for multiple pop-up shops during the semester to gain real-world professional skills necessary for running a retail operation.

Support the CSB.StudentStore students by stopping by the pop-up on campus today!

📆 Thursday, April 30, 2026
⏰ In front of the library
📍10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Network and hear from Jovanie "Jo" Gutierrez, owner of Papi’s Mexican Grill and Oakhill Wine + Bistro, during EMPOWER HE...
04/28/2026

Network and hear from Jovanie "Jo" Gutierrez, owner of Papi’s Mexican Grill and Oakhill Wine + Bistro, during EMPOWER HER this week!

Full Circle Mentality: From Serving Tables to Owning the Room
📆 Friday, May 1, 2026
⏰ 2 to 3:30 p.m.
📍MBA @ Campus Pointe
🎟️ Free event — register at bit.ly/4mYO4hc! 🚨

Enter the raffle, enjoy refreshments and learn more about the host, the CSB Gender and Leadership Program (GAL) by attending!

Through research, rigorous hands-on learning and engaging with knowledgeable faculty, our Graduate Business Programs pre...
04/17/2026

Through research, rigorous hands-on learning and engaging with knowledgeable faculty, our Graduate Business Programs prepare the next generation of leaders to adapt to everchanging markets and industries.

Apply for the MBA or EMBA by May 1: https://bit.ly/3QdRX5A (see bio)

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