Jon M. Huntsman School of Business

10/16/2025

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Utah State University Utah State University Alumni Association

09/05/2025

Utah State University celebrated the opening of the Carolyn and Kem Gardner Learning and Leadership Building with a ceremony that brought together students, faculty, donors, and community leaders to honor a project years in the making.

Dean Douglas Anderson of the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business welcomed guests, describing the new space as a catalyst for student success. He emphasized that the building was designed not as a classroom or office tower, but as a place to inspire students, foster leadership, and accelerate careers.

The event highlighted the Gardner family, whose name now graces the facility, and the Huntsman family, whose vision and generosity established the Huntsman School of Business and continue to shape its growth. Karen Huntsman spoke of her late husband Jon’s vision for providing students with world-class opportunities, while David Huntsman reflected on the
family’s legacy of philanthropy and community impact. Carolyn and Kem Gardner emphasized that their hope is for the building to spark connection, inspire students to take ownership of their education, and create lasting memories of their time at Utah State.

Student voices reinforced that vision. Representatives from the Huntsman Scholars program, the Analytics Solution Center, the Covey Leadership Center, the Center for Entrepreneurship, and the Huntsman Hive, shared how experiential learning at the Huntsman School has shaped their education. From global study trips to hands-on corporate partnerships, students testified
to the opportunities that gave them the confidence, leadership skills, and networks to launch successful careers.

University Interim President Alan L. Smith praised the building as an investment not only in the Huntsman School, but in the broader university community. He noted that its centers and programs will serve students across disciplines while strengthening USU’s commitment to experiential learning.

The day concluded with an open house, tours of the new building, and the quintessential Aggie tradition- celebrating with ice cream.

05/14/2025

Parents: Is your student finally old enough for Huntsman Business Days? Now’s their chance!

This beloved tradition at Utah State University has been helping high schoolers explore the exciting world of business for years—and it’s back this June!

At the Utah State University - Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, students won’t just learn about business—they’ll experience it through leadership games, team challenges, a business pitch competition, and more.

Huntsman Business Days
Logan, Utah
June 12 or June 19 | 9 AM – 5 PM
Free lunch + 🍦 Aggie Ice Cream
100% FREE to attend

If your student is ready to build confidence, meet new friends, and get a taste of college life and career possibilities, this is the event for them.

📌 Space is limited — register by June 2: https://huntsman.usu.edu/undergraduate/business-days

04/24/2025

Huntsman students Curtis Bishop and Troy Wissenbach played a key role in a major economic study showing that the proposed Rio Grande Plan could generate over $12.23 billion in economic output for Utah.

The analysis, conducted by the Analytics Solutions Center outlines how the project could boost jobs, support local businesses, and reshape downtown Salt Lake City.

Led by Dr. Pedram Jahangiry, CFA, associate professor of data analytics, the team utilized advanced modeling tools to assess the potential benefits of relocating UTA’s FrontRunner, Amtrak, and freight lines underground. Their findings show the plan could create more than 51,800 new jobs, support 13,600 permanent jobs in retail and hospitality, and generate nearly $376 million in annual tax revenue.

The analysis also highlighted the plan’s potential to enhance housing, tourism, and air quality—all in time for the 2034 Winter Olympics. The Rio Grande Plan proposes transforming the rail corridor into a more walkable, bikeable, and livable downtown.

The study was commissioned by Via Rio Grande, a nonprofit advocacy group, and builds on existing planning efforts by Salt Lake City and regional partners.

Read the full story featured on The Salt Lake Tribune here: https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/04/24/slcs-rio-grande-plan-projected/

03/27/2025

Looking to get some great thoughts and advice around FAILURE to include in our 2025 Huntsman Business Magazine and other avenues to share with students.

Please take a few moments to share your thoughts and experiences with failure (in business and in life) and what it has taught you!

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03/27/2025

The Women in Business Association at The Huntsman School held a negotiation workshop on March 25th featuring Dr. Merideth J. Thompson from the Management Department. Dr. Thompson presented to 100 business students and a dozen professional guests who learned about the value of negotiating and how to do it.

Kristyn Allred shares three takeaways that benefit all of us, no matter the situation.

💼If you don’t ask, you don’t get it.
💼80% of negotiation outcomes depend on preparation.
💼When making a request, ask it in the form of a question and use the word “because”.

Utah State University

02/18/2025

Aggies showed up and showed out at the DECA State Leadership Conference, securing 32 spots at the 2025 International Career Development Conference in San Francisco!

From marketing and finance to entrepreneurship and event planning, our students proved they have what it takes to compete on the world stage.

Big congrats to our winners—your hard work and business savvy are next level! Now, it’s time to take on ICDC!

01/08/2025

We know starting college can feel overwhelming for students—and for parents, too. That’s why the Huntsman School of Business is offering a hands-on event designed to show your high schoolers what their future could look like as a Huntsman student.

During this exciting day, your teen will:

✅ Tour our state-of-the-art Huntsman Hall
✅ Build leadership skills in a fun, interactive activity
✅ Attend an engaging mini-lecture from one of our top professors
✅ Solve clues and compete in a scavenger hunt
✅ Wrap up the day with a scoop of famous Aggie Ice Cream

Give your student a chance to experience college life in a way that inspires confidence and excitement for the journey ahead.

February 7, 2025
February 21, 2025
March 21, 2025
April 4, 2025

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Spots are limited, get your student registered today: https://huntsman.usu.edu/undergraduate/day-in-the-life

01/06/2025

We proudly announce that Dr. Grazia Xiong has been named the Richard C. Stratford Professor for Emerging Scholars.

This prestigious honor celebrates her groundbreaking work in managerial accounting, dedication to mentoring students, and commitment to the Huntsman School's mission to Dare Mighty Things.

Learn more about Dr. Xiong’s incredible achievements and the legacy of the Stratford Professorship here:

The Jon M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University is proud to announce Dr. Grazia Xiong as the recipient of the Richard C. Stratford Professor for Emerging Scholars. Megan Bowen

12/20/2024

Michael Bailey, senior research scientist at Meta and trailblazer in social capital research, is transforming the way policymakers tackle global challenges. But before all this, he was an eager Aggie at Utah State University Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, soaking up wisdom from professors and dreaming big.

Bailey and his teams’ research findings are drawing worldwide attention as policymakers and practitioners seek to alleviate human suffering. We were honored to present him with the 2024 Professional Achievement Award Recipient for his extraordinary work.

Discover how Michael’s journey is shaping the future: https://huntsman.usu.edu/news/articles/2024/michael_bailey_2024_ppa

12/20/2024

Many people think of volunteering at this time of year, but does it impact employee productivity? Huntsman School of Business Assistant Professor Xiaomei (Grazia) Xiong and her research colleagues wanted to find out.

They crafted a study to examine how different types of workplace support encourage employees to volunteer, how much they engage with volunteering, and how, when they returned to work, they interacted with their coworkers and helped out around the office.

Click here to see what they found:

If your employer gave you paid time off to volunteer, how does that then affect you as an employee?

11/18/2024

A great reminder for all of us about the value of relationships from Chandler Dolphin during our Aggie Athletes in Business Panel.

College offers an incredible opportunity to build connections and friendships. At the Huntsman School of Business, we recognize the importance that the right connections can have on both your professional and personal life. That's why we encourage students to take advantage of every networking opportunity available to them. You never know who you might meet that could change the course of your life!

You can watch the full panel with Olivia Burnett, MBA, Brady Jardine, CFP®, Jaycee Carroll, and Chandler Dolphin at https://youtu.be/8tkLLj1AdK0?si=L-Lu-17zyBr3aqJR