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SMI, UWG Announce the Stone Center for Family Business, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation
Systems & Methods, Inc. and the University of West Georgia announced today a partnership to establish the Stone Center for Family Business, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation within UWG’s Richards College of Business. It will serve as a hub for student programming, faculty engagement and community outreach aimed at nurturing innovation and entrepreneurial activity in the region.
Nov 8 -
Looking Up: UWG’s Richards College of Business Hosts 25th Annual Economic Forecast Breakfast
UWG’s Richards College of Business held its 25th annual Economic Forecast Breakfast Tuesday, with business, government and community leaders from the West Georgia region gathering to discuss the local economy and what to expect in the coming year.
Oct 29 -
A New Era: UWG Cuts Ribbon on Roy Richards Sr. Hall
UWG cut the ribbon last Friday on Roy Richards Sr. Hall, the new home for the Richards College of Business. More than 700 days after ground was broken, the university hosted members of the Richards family, dignitaries and influential donors for the hall’s grand opening as part of Homecoming.
Oct 26 -
Moulthrop, UWG Alumnus and Master Craftsman, Turns Trees Into Works of Art
The bowl will be on display during Richards Hall’s grand opening later this month, when UWG will officially cut the ribbon on the new building on Friday, Oct. 22, at 4 p.m.
Oct 7 -
Putting Others First: McCraw, Professor Emeritus, Donates Major Gift to UWG’s Richards College of Business
Whether through service in the military or his years as a revered professor at the University of West Georgia, Dr. Joseph “Harrison” McCraw Jr. has always put others first.
Jul 15 -
Open for Business: Johnson Begins as New Richards College Dean
From humble beginnings in rural Alabama, Dr. Christopher Johnson was among the first generation in his family to graduate from college. Except for a stint in the insurance industry, he never left.
Jul 1 -
Supplying the Demand: UWG Alumnus, CEO Speaks at Virtual Roundtable
The COVID-19 pandemic sent many of the world’s businesses scrambling to find ways to stay afloat. Scott Carter, University of West Georgia alumnus and chief executive officer for National DCP LLC (NDCP), recently discussed how the company navigated the crisis during the Merryl and Hardy McCalman Executive Roundtable.
Apr 27 -
Johnson Named Dean of UWG’s Richards College of Business
UWG President Dr. Brendan Kelly and Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Jon Preston have named Dr. Christopher Johnson the next dean of the Richards College of Business following a nationwide search.
Apr 23 -
UWG’s BB&T now Truist Lecture features CEO King
The University of West Georgia Richards College of Business hosted a speaker this week whose vast experience in the financial industry offered unique insight and wisdom to those in attendance.
Apr 9 -
Virtual Conference and Convocation Highlights Undergraduate Research
The COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t stopped University of West Georgia students from engaging in innovative research, and the proof was on full display – albeit virtually – this Tuesday.
Apr 8 -
Saving the Day: UWG Faculty, Partners Help Students Complete MBA Practicum Course Virtually
When COVID-19 gripped the nation, there was no choice but to adapt. For the University of West Georgia, resilience and ingenuity led the way. Along with assistance from impactful partners, students were able to fulfill internship requirements which otherwise would not have been possible.
Jan 19 -
Thriving in a New Normal: UWG's Richards College of Business Hosts Annual Women Empowering Women Event
Women from across the region and beyond gathered virtually Wednesday to advise, support and encourage each other in the midst of a pandemic that changed life as we know it – and to discuss how they’ve been able to rise above the challenges presented by COVID-19.
Jan 14