Western College of Business & Economics

06/05/2026

The "Congratulations, Grads!" banner is officially back up at Parks Hall, surrounded by the last of those beautiful June blossoms!🌸

The finish line is finally here, and everyone at CBE is so incredibly proud of the hard work you’ve put in to reach this moment. As you take your celebratory photos, make sure to post and tag us so we can share in the celebration!

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06/02/2026

The Parks Hall photo op is back.🎓

The Congratulations Grads banner is back up in the building starting today! Whether you’re finishing up your last few classes or just passing through, make sure to grab a photo with your cohort before the quarter ends.

You’ve put in the work, now get the proof. Tag in your posts so we can celebrate with you!

We're beyond proud of the Class of 2026.💙

06/01/2026

Huge congratulations to Emma Smith, the 2026 Presidential Scholar for the College of Business and Economics!🏅

Emma truly does it all... excelling as an accounting graduate, a leader in the Native American Student Union, a peer mentor, and an All-Conference track and cross-country athlete.

We are so proud of you & all you have accomplished, Emma!💙

05/29/2026

Congratulations to Professor Matt Roelofs (Economics) on receiving this year’s Outstanding Faculty Leadership Award at WWU’s Celebration of Excellence ceremony.🎉

Roelofs was recognized for his leadership on the UFWW Bargaining Team, dedication to the Department of Economics, and service to the broader community.

Congratulations to Professor Roelofs and all of this year’s awardees! More info: https://buff.ly/a7ZGOS3

05/22/2026

Only 5 days left until we celebrate your hard work! Come wrap up the year with food, drinks, and great company.🥳

May 27, 11 AM – 2 PM
Parks Hall Patio (1st Floor)

See you there!

05/20/2026

The CBE Spring Gala was a night for the books! 🥂

On May 15th, we took over Chuckanut Bay Distillery to celebrate our incredible community. From the inspiring words of our Dean, Dr. Deanna Kennedy, alumni speaker Ruby LeClair, and student speaker Josh Darroch, to the seamless energy of our MCs, Anna Rez and Christina Asfour, it was an evening to remember.

A huge thank you to all the CBE clubs and guests who attended, and a special shoutout to Renee Gayden and the planning team for their tireless dedication to making this event seamless.

05/13/2026

Fall registration is here! Need a hand planning your next few quarters?

Stop by one of our CBE Registration Prep workshops next Monday or Tuesday. We're breaking down Degree Works to help you build the perfect schedule.

Don’t forget your laptop!

05/13/2026

48 HOURS TO GO!

The celebration of the half-century is almost here! If you haven't secured your spot for the CBE Spring Gala this Friday, this is your sign.

You MUST RSVP to attend! We need an accurate headcount for the Chuckanut Bay Distillery, so don't wait until the last minute and miss out on the networking event of the year.

When: This Friday, May 15th from 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Where: 1311 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA

Let’s send off the school year and celebrate 50 years of excellence together. See you on Friday!

05/11/2026

Innovation is for everyone!

We are thrilled to invite the Bellingham community to our largest event of the year: the E&I Spring Student Innovation Showcase! Join us on Wednesday, May 20, at Chuckanut Bay Distillery to see the culmination of months of hard work from 80+ students across various disciplines.

From early-stage prototypes to ventures ready for market, including projects focusing on sustainability and leadership in the age of AI, our students are proving that entrepreneurial thinking is a vital skill in any career path.

When: Wednesday, May 20 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: Chuckanut Bay Distillery
Who: Open to all! Students, faculty, and community members are encouraged to attend and provide feedback.

Read the full story behind these ventures: https://buff.ly/uaitfxJ

Western Washington University students from a mix of majors are drawn to the Entrepreneurship and Innovation (E&I) Program by a common interest: they have ideas they want to bring to life and a desire to collaborate with others of a similar mindset.

05/08/2026

Want to be a leader? Start here.⬇️

Applications for the 2026-2027 CBE Peer Mentor program are officially OPEN.

Don’t just take classes... shape the experience for the next generation of CBE students.
Deadline: May 29th