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07 Oct 2016, 12:00
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| FROM Darden Admissions Blog: A Statement From the University of Virginia Darden School of Business |
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We invite prospective students to join Chief Global Diversity Officer Melissa Thomas-Hunt for a discussion on diversity within the Darden community on Tuesday, 11 October at 9 am. As we wrap up Darden’s second annual Diversity Week, Melissa encourages you to bring your questions to a thoughtful discussion about how we can embody an inclusive community where everyone feels at home. We look forward to the conversation. Please register for the webinar here. The personal comments made by University of Virginia adjunct lecturer Doug Muir on his personal social media accounts do not in any way represent the viewpoint or values of the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. A core value of the Darden School of Business is a supportive and diverse community that encourages its members to collaborate and excel. At the Darden School, we value and respect all identities, commit to engaging members of the Darden community as unique individuals, and promote a multicultural, global and inclusive environment in which each person feels valued. This week, we have celebrated Diversity Week at Darden, which has provided an opportunity to appreciate what each person brings to the community — and to dialogue about how diversity impacts our learning community and our lives. Organized by Darden students, with the participation of the entire community, the week has included lectures, open dialogues and creativity expressed through media such as this video. As a school within a public university, we respect and recognize people’s rights, including their First Amendment right to free speech. As an institution of learning, we also recognize that diversity of opinion is foundational. However, the personal statements made by Doug Muir regarding Black Lives Matter do not represent the views of this School. At Darden, we embrace the challenging discussions surrounding diversity, equality and justice that face our society because it is our mission to develop leaders who are prepared to lead responsibly through the most difficult issues facing business and the world. https://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/virginia ... kpCsvXWZfM |
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| FROM Darden Admissions Blog: Meet Darden’s EMBA and GEMBA: Joe Spencer, EMBA ’18 |
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Much like our residential students, the students enrolled in the Executive Formats of the Darden MBA come from a wide variety of backgrounds, careers, goals, and interests. We have asked several of our EMBA and GEMBA students to answer a few questions about their MBA experiences, which we will post over the coming weeks. We hope you enjoy getting to know them, and if you have any additional questions about our Executive Formats, we encourage you to schedule a conversation with a member of our Admissions Committee. Name: Joe Spencer https://blogs.darden.virginia.edu/admiss ... 25x300.jpg EMBA student Joe Spencer City: Kansas City, MO Employer: Osmose Utility Services Years of Experience: Business experience, 17 years; Sales experience 10 years; Years with Osmose, 1 Format/Section: EMBA ROS 1. What is your current job? I am a Senior Director of Business Development for Osmose Utility Services. That’s our super-secret code name for Sales Executive. 2. Why did you decide to pursue an MBA? I explored buying a company a year ago, and, given my background, I was able to quickly identify the sales opportunities. However, when I tried to evaluate and value the company operations, finances, and measure the future opportunity, I quickly realized I was not equipped with the tools to make that assessment. Thus, I am here. I do not know what the future holds. I will either be an entrepreneur or on a senior executive track. The goal is to broaden from and build on my sales experience. Ultimately, I want to teach, but that is two steps down the road! https://blogs.darden.virginia.edu/admiss ... 00x217.jpg Joe Spencer and his family 3. Why did you choose Darden? I chose Darden for two reasons. I wanted to attend a top tier school whose degree would not only mean something to me, it would mean something to others. Secondly, my wife and I are looking to get back to the east coast in a few years, and becoming part of Darden’s network most certainly helps. During the application process, I reached out to a fellow Naval Academy alum, who I have never met, who happens to also be a C level executive for a large, global sportswear manufacturer. He sent me a note back within ten minutes, endorsing Darden and also mentioning one of his staff would be attending, and she is one of my classmates. 4. What attracted you to the executive formats of the Darden MBA? I have eleven children. I must work towards my degree while still working a “normal” job. The kids’ tuition still needs to be paid! 5. What’s your favorite thing about your classmates so far? My peers in this program are the most talented group of professionals with whom I’ve had the privilege to work. The intellectual talent in the room is humbling. I often look in the mirror and strive to live up to that very high bar that is set every day, in every conversation. https://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/virginia ... xj4n8A6yqQ |
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