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Summer 2023 Issue

Fundamental Figures

Fundamental Figures

Mary (Durgin) Kline ’48 and other early alumnae of “Bentley’s” are small in number but mighty in spirit. She and others recall the first years of coeducation, which set the stage for everything — and everyone — to follow.

 

Meet the ‘Firsts’

Opportunity and Challenge

Entrepreneurs Stephen Albarran ’07, Nate Burdick ’09 and Michael Spengler ’00 have seen the highs and lows of succeeding in cannabis, one of America’s fastest-growing industries.

 

Read Their Stories

Opportunity and Challenge
Oricchios original photo

A Force for Bentley

From honoring a mentor to investing in first-generation students, donors such as Rick ’78 and Lore Oricchio are advancing the school on many fronts. Plus, results of the university’s biggest giving day of the year.

See the Impact

Elizabeth McAuliffe ’45
We sat side by side with the men, and, no matter who you were, no one was allowed an adding machine.
Elizabeth McAuliffe ’45
Retired accountant and one of Bentley’s first alumnae

Meaningful Makeover

The Claudette Blot Multicultural Center Lounge – newly named and expanded – honors a woman who has mentored countless Falcons through the years.

See the New Space

More from the Bentley – Gallup Survey

Should businesses take a public stand on issues in the news? The university’s ongoing partnership with the polling giant measures responses to this question and many others.

Learn the Latest

MLK Celebration 2023

In tribute to King’s activism for civil rights, the 37th annual event honored Indigenous communities.

Read the Recap

Worth (More Than) a Thousand Words

With 80 study abroad programs in 25 countries to choose from, Bentley students can truly call the world their classroom.

Top picks from the International Photo Contest 

2022 International Education Photo Contest

Engaging Experts

The new President’s Speaker Series invites business leaders such as Edward Hightower (right, with Provost VP Paul Tesluk) to share insights with the campus community.

Watch the Video

Supporting Student Success

Fluent in the needs of first-generation students, Modern Languages faculty member Jane Griffin is a year into her work as associate provost for student success.

Watch the First Falcons Pinning Ceremony
From the President

From the President

Colleges can improve how our society communicates, writes Brent Chrite. It starts with encouraging debate on campus and recognizing that it’s OK to disagree.

 

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Five Human Skills that AI Can’t Replace (Yet)

Bummed about bots? Assistant Professor of Management Mateo Cruz has heartening news for humans, based on his expertise in diversity, equity and inclusion.

 

Read Mateo’s Insights

Five Things
Take Two

Take Two: Mentoring and Meaning

Monique (Young) Jefferson ’96 and Chris Ronzio ’08 share strategies for attracting Gen Z employees — and keeping colleagues of all ages engaged in the workplace.

 

Meet Monique and Chris

ALUMNI NEWS

The PROfile

The PROfile: Julie Sousa ’17

Your next home project could be just a TikTok away. The interior design alumna’s easy-to-follow videos prove that “beautiful” and “practical” can be complementary terms.

Meet Julie

Inside Job: Sweet Success

A premium confection and a great read. What’s not to love? Allyson Haynes Myers ’93 takes us behind the scenes of a delicious collaboration.

Meet Allyson

Sweet Success

In Real Estate

The industry is a moving target. But alumni have guidance for buyers, sellers, renters and investors alike.

Get Expert Advice

Family Matters: Built on Trust

Together again in their native Turkey since 2015, Enis ’06 and Amir ’10 Karavil have enjoyed a happy reunion — and launched a thriving business.

Meet the Brothers

Bringing the Heat

A garden full of peppers sent John Brown ’88 into the kitchen. His now full-time venture helps support the families of fallen firefighters.

Meet John

Foos for Thought

Ancient and revered in Asian cultures, foo dogs have new purpose in the hands of artist, musician and NFT creator Jonathan Yu ’18, MSMA ’19.

Meet Jonathan

Catching Up with a ‘Sea-E-O’

Working with local artisans, Emily Wilder, MBA ’19 delivers a taste of the Pacific Northwest to customers near and far.

Meet Emily

Friendships Then & Now

Recognize these Class of 1974 bowling champs? Meet them and other Falcons who have kept in touch to this day. 

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