The EXCHANGE

Education Beyond the Classroom

This is a time of transformation at the College of Business Administration. The culture of the college is changing, the knowledge economy is shifting and technology is moving more rapidly than ever before. The college is ready to respond to these changes—to be flexible, creative and innovative—to prepare students for our interconnected world. The availability of online learning and the ubiquity of the internet do not make the need for student engagement less important; it makes it more important. Learning depends on human interaction, exploration and experimentation. The best education happens when people from diverse backgrounds and experiences come together and have a conversation.

The EXCHANGE, presented by FAIRWINDS Credit Union, was designed to be a hub of ideas and educational activities that expand learning by connecting students with thought leaders, employers, faculty members and each other. The Exchange is the culmination of student engagement efforts across the college and under the direction of the Dean, the Office of Professional Development and the External Relations team.

The mission of The EXCHANGE is to inspire and enable College of Business Administration students to broaden their perspective and explore their potential outside of the classroom. During the fall and spring semesters, The EXCHANGE will host speakers representing every industry from around the world. The EXCHANGE is a place for faculty to meet and engage with students outside of the classroom and for students to collaborate and explore new business ventures.