Alumni News

Former marketing students express appreciation by endowing professorship

During her nearly three decades as a management and marketing professor in Florida State University’s College of Business, Persis Emmett Rockwood left an indelible mark on scores of students. Two of them – Meg Gilbert Crofton and Lamar Rowe – say they can trace their career and personal success to her influence.

Alumna finds numerous ways to be involved with the college

Diahann Lassus can name countless ways for alumni to engage with the College of Business and its students. The 1976 management graduate has done most of them – from mentoring undergraduates, speaking at events and assisting graduates looking for jobs, to serving on the college’s Board of Governors and contributing financial support – like her recent $250,000 gift to create the Diahann W. Lassus Classroom in Legacy Hall.

FSU honors alumnus Allan Bense with honorary doctorate

Florida State University granted an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree Monday, March 25, to alumnus Allan G. Bense, a prominent Florida businessman, former speaker of the Florida House of Representatives and former chairman of the FSU Board of Trustees, in recognition of his years as a dedicated public servant and his devotion to his alma mater.

Alumnus shares insights gleaned from a successful career in the investment world

More than 100 College of Business alumni networked with new and old friends at last month Regional Opportunities to Interact (ROI) event at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando.


2014 graduate Herrera recognized with Recent Alumni Achievement Award

Since graduating four years ago from the College of Business, Daniel Herrera has amassed a large number of enviable accomplishments – and they haven’t gone unnoticed.


Florida State University College of Business Inducts Newest Members of Alumni Hall of Fame

Four new members were inducted into the Florida State University College of Business Alumni Hall of Fame on Sept. 20. They joined 47 other outstanding individuals inducted since the Hall of Fame was created in 2003 to honor alumni who have excelled in their careers and made significant contributions to the mission of FSU and the College of Business.


Mowitz brothers’ endowment benefits real estate program, students

Kyle and Justin Mowitz credit the College of Business for their significant success in the real estate industry.

Alumna credits Florida State MBA program for her success

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