Letter from the Dean

– welcome –

They say hindsight is 20/20, so it seems appropriate that I am writing my final “letter from the Dean” now. This summer, after more than 30 years as a faculty member and administrator, I will be retiring. I will miss this place that I have called “home” for more than a quarter of a century, but look forward to joining the ranks of alumni and, of course, remaining connected by reading upcoming issues of The Journey.

You know that Farmer School students, faculty and alumni are extremely talented, and this issue tells the stories of several of them. Most gratifying to me is that while these individuals are exceptional, they are not unique among our community. We say that Farmer School students, faculty and staff “Go Beyond,” both in their careers and their communities, and this issue provides some wonderful examples.

For those of you who have not visited campus recently, please take this opportunity to “meet” the chairs of our departments – most have assumed these leadership roles in the past two years. They provide insight into exciting developments in their departments – including new specialty Masters programs and curriculum enhancements.

One of the trademarks of and differentiators for the Farmer School is the opportunity for hands-on learning that touches every student throughout their four years. Several students share their perspectives on attending conferences, working on a capstone marketing project and their international experiences. Those experiences help propel our graduates’ careers, but, equally gratifying is their desire to support others on their journeys. For Hillary (’08) and Jordan (’06) Weidner, that means raising funds and awareness for Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Alex Tyree (’11) uses every opportunity to promote and support the Marcus Graham Project, while Lance Theobald (’10) delayed starting his career, choosing to first serve in the Navy.

I am so very proud and humbled to have been a part of this extraordinary family. It has truly been an honor and privilege and I thank you all for this opportunity.

Love and Honor,

FOR PRODUCING FORTUNE 500 CEOS T O P 1 0 C O L L E G E

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Marc Rubin MU ’75 Dean and Mitchell P. Rales Chair in Business Leadership