April 2023 Alumni Newsletter - Investment students are a global success, register for the Spring Economic Forecast, and much more

Investment Students Are the Top in the Americas and Look Ahead to Global Competition

A team of four finance students – Jericho Cezar, Sam Fedrow, Jacquelyn George and Brandon Leon – won the Americas round of the CFA Challenge, placing in the top six of more than 1,300 teams globally. The students look forward to competing against the top global schools on May 3 in Washington D.C. Read more about the success of our investment students and how they’ve excelled. >>

Get the Low Down on the Economy at the Spring Economic Forecast

Economists Anil Puri and Mira Farka will provide an update on the economy – both global and local – at the April 27 Spring Economic Forecast. Dean Sri Sundaram will lead a panel discussion with Orange County executives about how the economic conditions are impacting Main Street. Read more about the forecast and why you should register to attend >>

Marketing Professor on Taylor Swift's Product Lifecycle >>

Steven Chen analyzes the career of the iconic pop star through a marketing lens.

Lorenzo Bizzi Receives Prestigious Teaching Award >>

The management professor and director of Business Honors was recognized for his commitment to student engagement.

First-Year Student Focuses on Business and Law >>

Jonathan Woodbridge ’25 highlights his first-year student experience.

Upcoming Event

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Friday, May 12

12th Annual Leadership Awards Luncheon

11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Westin South Coast Plaza

Join the Southern California business community as it honors local organizations and leaders for excellence in leadership development, community engagement, executive leadership, and excellence in philanthropy.

Nominate an Honoree