McCombs TODAY

Maybe we’re working you too hard here at McCombs if skydiving is how you gear up for the semester… 
From Rohit Bhatia, MBA Class of 2010:
Recently 11 McCombs MBAs decided to jump out of a plane flying at 10,000 feet. All of us had wanted to do it at some point in our lives, so we [...]

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As the fall semester gets underway, a whole new crop of McCombs students is settling in on campus, adjusting to an exciting, albeit hectic new phase of life. Surely you, the seasoned veteran (whether student, alumni, faculty or staff) have some words of wisdom for how to succeed here?
What to consider when choosing classes? How [...]

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Darth Vader? Mr. Burns? Your boss? Just who is the worst boss ever? We hit campus to uncover stories of terrible bosses- both real and imagined. And you thought you had it bad.

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Read the Texas magazine story “Missing Voices” to learn how managers and employees can have a relationship that benefits everyone, including the company.

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We’re working hard to wrap up the spring/summer 2009 issue of Texas, the McCombs School alumni magazine. Here’s a little sneak preview of the cover - keep an eye on your mailbox, on the McCombs Web site and the magazine racks around the building for the full issue!

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It’s that time again! The BBA International Programs in the Undergraduate Programs Office is holding its Study Abroad Photo Contest which showcases the exciting travels, experiences and adventures of the students who studied abroad on BBA programs last semester.
All registered BBA and MPA students are allowed to vote. The deadline is May 8. Voting is [...]

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Each year, Texas MBA students explore opportunities in global markets by participating in a two week study tour to various locations throughout the world. The program, called McCombs Global Connections, combines an intensive three credit hour course with a two week business trip to the business powerhouses of the world.
The McCombs Global Connections Photo Contest [...]

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On Friday, Congress passed a $787 billion economic stimulus bill. How would you have voted? Answer “Yea” or “Nay” in our poll, and then share your reasons in the comments section.

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From ShelfLife@Texas
For Thomas Gilligan, recently appointed dean of the McCombs School of Business, reading is like breathing.
“I’m not sure I can think of myself as existing apart from reading—it’s an integral part of life,” Gilligan says. “Reading was a big salvation for me when I went into military service right out of high school. It’s [...]

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(Originally published in Texas, the McCombs School of Business alumni magazine)
In an effort to start a regular conversation with readers, Texas posed a question in our monthly e-newsletter McCombs Monthly. We received lots of thoughtful answers, many of which are printed here. Add your answers here, and keep an eye out for future questions!
“Accepting responsibility [...]

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Congratulations to BBA student Ashley Joseph for winning the 2008 Study Abroad Photo Contest. Ashley won for her photo, “Venetian View,” (left). Check out the study abroad gallery for the other top vote-getters and more beautiful photos.

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