UWGB Austin E. Cofrin School of Business

05/22/2026

Last week, our CSB graduates walked the stage at the Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony, celebrating years of hard work, dedication, and achievement! 🎓

Student commencement speaker and CSB graduate, Reyna Barske, inspired her fellow graduates with a powerful reminder to embrace their inner Phoenix:

“...dream big, move forward with passion and dedication, and remember that you are a Phoenix.”

Graduates also heard from former Taco Bell CEO and UW-Green Bay alumnus, Mark King, who encouraged them to pursue careers with purpose and find the intersection of “what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can get paid for.”

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Go Phoenix! 🐦‍🔥

05/15/2026

CSB Grad Highlight: Nathan Halbach 🎓

Nathan Halbach is graduating from UW-Green Bay with a degree in accounting, but his impact on campus goes far beyond the classroom. Throughout his time as a Phoenix, Nathan became a familiar face in leadership, athletics, and student involvement, always working to make campus a stronger, more connected community.

As SGA president and captain of the swim & dive team, Nathan balanced academics, athletics, and advocacy with determination and heart. Whether he was representing students, competing in the pool, or helping create new opportunities for campus connection, he led by example every step of the way.

Nathan’s time at UW-Green Bay reflects what it means to fully embrace the college experience: getting involved, building relationships, and leaving things better than you found them.

Read more about Nathan and his journey here: https://news.uwgb.edu/phlash/news/05/13/uw-green-bay-grad-profile-nathan-halbach/

05/14/2026

Reyna Barske, our afternoon ceremony Commencement student speaker, believes every number tells a story—and her journey at UW–Green Bay proves it.

From growing up in Wisconsin and navigating personal loss to nearly transferring after her first semester, Reyna’s path wasn’t linear. What changed everything was a decision: to engage, get involved and go all in.

Through the Student Engagement Center, she found community and confidence—serving as a Student Ambassador Event Programming Lead, planning GB Nites events and building meaningful connections across campus. Her leadership extended into service as well, including her role as president of Pinky Swear Pack and her continued work with Camp Hope.

This Saturday, she will take the stage to share a story of persistence, service and choosing to lean in.

Learn more about Reyna and her journey: https://blog.uwgb.edu/inside/featured/05/12/a-story-behind-the-numbers-reyna-barskes-uw-green-bay-journey/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign&utm_content=ap_cqsmhvrxdt

05/14/2026

Reyna Barske is taking the stage as UW-Green Bay’s Spring Commencement afternoon ceremony student speaker! 🎓

As a finance major in the Cofrin School of Business, Reyna’s college journey has been one of resilience, leadership and discovering her purpose. From stepping outside her comfort zone to becoming deeply involved on campus, she’s made the most of every opportunity along the way.

Now, she’ll share her story with fellow graduates as they celebrate this milestone together. Congratulations, Reyna! We can’t wait to cheer you on!

Read more about Reyna's journey here: https://news.uwgb.edu/featured/05/12/a-story-behind-the-numbers-reyna-barskes-uw-green-bay-journey/

05/11/2026

Students graduating from UW-Green Bay’s associate, undergraduate and graduate programs in May will hear from two outstanding speakers. Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry CEO Sachin Shivaram will speak at the 9:30 a.m. commencement ceremony; UW-Green Bay Alumnus and former CEO of Taylor Made Golf and Taco Bell, Mark King will speak at the 2 p.m. ceremony.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 5, 2026 GREEN BAY, Wis. –Students graduating from UW-Green Bay’s associate, undergraduate and graduate programs in May will hear from two outstanding speakers. Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry CEO Sachin Shivaram will speak at the 9:30 a.m. commencement ceremony; UW-Green Ba...

05/08/2026

Professor Kevin Jacklin, along with UWGB students Ramario Diaz, Adham Elkassas, and Nathan Halbach, had the opportunity to attend the “Emerging Markets/International Investing: Catalysts for the Next Super Cycle” event hosted by CFA Milwaukee!

Nathan Halbach: "At the CFA Keynote in Milwaukee, we had the opportunity to hear an insightful talk from an investment leader at Capital Group on emerging markets. It was a valuable experience that deepened my understanding of global investing and highlighted the importance of long term perspectives in navigating market growth opportunities."

05/07/2026

tunnelvisions was a huge success! 💡

The tunnels came alive with bold ideas, creative expression, and meaningful conversations, transforming everyday campus spaces into a true gallery of innovation. From creative problem-solving to powerful visual pitches, the UWGB community showed what’s possible when ideas meet action.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this a experience of inspiration and impact.

05/05/2026

Great ideas and great conversations👏

The Back of the Napkin Café event brought together aspiring innovators and experienced professionals for an afternoon of sharing ideas, gaining insight, and building connections in a relaxed café setting. From first-time pitches to thoughtful feedback, the energy in the room showed just how powerful a simple idea can be when it’s shared.

Thank you to everyone who pitched, participated, and supported, your creativity and willingness to engage made this event a success!

04/29/2026

Celebrating our Cofrin School of Business students at the UW-Green Bay Academic Excellence Symposium! 🎉📚 
 
CSB students shared their work at today’s Academic Excellence Symposium, highlighting research and projects that connect classroom learning to real-world challenges. A number of presentations focused on AI, including its growing role in hiring and the ethical considerations it brings to HR.
 
We’re proud to see our future business leaders making an impact! 🐦‍🔥

04/29/2026

Congratulations to Professor Rasoul Rezvanian for being awarded the Fullbright Scholarship!

Rasoul Rezvanian: "This inspiration fuels my commitment to realizing the Fulbright vision by advocating for educators to integrate global elements into their teaching curricula and research agendas. I aim to promote a global perspective and adaptability while fostering the development of international relationships with a personal touch."