Category: Winter 2021 Issue

This is a special time of the year for all of us. It is a time for celebration and a time for contemplation, gratitude, and reflection. While we are entering a second holiday period under unusual circumstances, what has not changed is our willingness to celebrate the accomplishments and progress of the past year. As I reflect on a year like no other, I am especially appreciative of the support of our stakeholders. Their steadfast support of, and belief in, the fundamental mission of the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business is a continued source of strength. I am also grateful for, and proud of, the strident commitment of our Read more

There are nearly 9,000 craft breweries in the U.S. as of late 2021, with at least another 2,000 in the development stage. Never before in the history of America has craft beer been Read more

We are pleased to feature Dr. Anne Macy, Edwards Professor of Finance, and recipient of the 2021 Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business Excellence in Professional Service award, in our faculty spotlight for this issue.  In an interview, Dr. Macy shares how long-term professional service remains a key ingredient in the long-term health of the college. For business faculty, professional service is both a cornerstone and keystone. As a cornerstone, the foundation of an academic’s professional life is to contribute: to the development of students, to the scientific discourse within their discipline, and in the enrichment of the institution and the community at large. In this manner, a cornerstone is foundational. As a keystone, professional service synthesizes the sum of professional activity in address of a fundamental question underlying the value of higher education: Cui bono (who benefits?). Higher education exists within the proposition that collective societal benefit is... Read more

In August 2021, the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business founded WTAMU Women in Business (WIB), a student organization that provides a supportive and encouraging environment for women who are considering a career in business. The organization aims to connect students, faculty, alumni, and professionals to promote personal development, professional opportunities, and empowering Read more

Make no mistake, the MBA program at the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business at WTAMU requires students to write until it almost hurts. Communication is an invaluable tool in any MBA’s tool box. But sometimes a student arrives on the scene who has already paid her writing dues. That’s when it turns into a home court advantage in those courses with heavy writing requirements. Natalie Saar, 34, works for the Capital Group, a financial services company. The Temecula Read more

A University is a wonderful social edifice that is designed to gather, bind, and enrich those who come into contact with it. As a social endeavor, it is often the processes, people, and relationships that one encounters that create moments for advancement and distinction. We are always pleased to share stories of our successful alumni to inform, intrigue, and inspire those that follow. Joe Austin is a Read more

Philanthropy is one of the cornerstones of the Engler College of Business and, with the help of the United Way of Amarillo & Canyon, our students were able to give back to Read more

Among the fundamental strengths of the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business is its strong ties to the business community. The proper nurturing of the resources that build this Read more

On October 13th, the Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business and WTAMU’s Philanthropy and External Relations unit collaborated to host the successful inaugural presentation of the Stan Sigman Leadership and Innovation Series. In honor of the program’s namesake, distinguished WT Alumni, Stan Read more

We are still in the preliminary stages of development, but we would like to announce that we are in the process of creating an Engler College of Business golf tournament to be held the day after our symposium. The tournament will be held on April 28, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. and will be a four-person scramble. There will be an honorary starter that will be present for both the symposium and the tournament with other Read more