PLNU FSB

PLNU FSB Encompassing all Fermanian School of Business activities across all programs TUG, BBA, BAOL, MBA, MAOL, and MSA! "More Than The Bottom Line"

The FSB Is Growing!Welcome To Our New Faculty Member!The Fermanian School of Business is excited to welcome two outstan...
06/02/2026

The FSB Is Growing!
Welcome To Our New Faculty Member!

The Fermanian School of Business is excited to welcome two outstanding new faculty members to our community for the upcoming academic year. Bringing a wealth of academic excellence, industry leadership, and real-world experience, both professors will play an important role in preparing the next generation of business leaders!

Welcome, Dr. Kevin Hee!
Dr. Kevin Hee joins the FSB with an impressive blend of professional practice and academic expertise. Prior to entering higher education, Kevin spent over four years in public accounting with Arthur Andersen, PwC, and EY, serving in tax and senior tax associate roles. Kevin earned his B.S in Finance and Marketing, and MSA in accounting from the University of Virginia. He earned his CPA from the state of Virginia. He holds a PhD in Accounting from the University of Colorado at Boulder. He was an assistant professor in accounting at San Diego State University and CSU San Marcos from 2008 to 2022 and a clinical assistant accounting professor at Baylor University from 2022-2025. He has taught all levels of financial accounting (principles, intermediate, advanced) and accounting information systems. His research interests include financial reporting quality and the impact of different types of business risk on audit quality.





The FSB Is Growing!Welcome To Our New Faculty Member!The Fermanian School of Business is excited to welcome two outstan...
06/02/2026

The FSB Is Growing!
Welcome To Our New Faculty Member!

The Fermanian School of Business is excited to welcome two outstanding new faculty members to our community for the upcoming academic year. Bringing a wealth of academic excellence, industry leadership, and real-world experience, both professors will play an important role in preparing the next generation of business leaders!

Welcome, Katie Lechner!
After 25+ years leading strategy, consumer insights, and UX research teams in the corporate world, Katie is excited to bring her global industry experience into the classroom. Her career has included leadership roles at Walmart, Google, and Gap Inc., where she helped teams make better decisions by deeply understanding humans and delivering value-creating business outcomes. Katie loves turning complex business challenges into practical lessons and believes some of the best learning happens through stories, thoughtful discussion, and a healthy dose of curiosity. She is excited to join PLNU because this move represents a dream years in the making, and she will get a front-row seat to those “aha!” moments when students connect the dots, gain confidence, and see new possibilities for themselves and their future.





The FSB Is Growing!Welcome To Our New Faculty Member!The Fermanian School of Business is excited to welcome two outstan...
06/02/2026

The FSB Is Growing!
Welcome To Our New Faculty Member!

The Fermanian School of Business is excited to welcome two outstanding new faculty members to our community for the upcoming academic year. Bringing a wealth of academic excellence, industry leadership, and real-world experience, both professors will play an important role in preparing the next generation of business leaders!

Welcome, Katie Lechner!
After 25+ years leading strategy, consumer insights, and UX research teams in the corporate world, Katie is excited to bring her global industry experience into the classroom. Her career has included leadership roles at Walmart, Google, and Gap Inc., where she helped teams make better decisions by deeply understanding humans and delivering value-creating business outcomes. Katie loves turning complex business challenges into practical lessons and believes some of the best learning happens through stories, thoughtful discussion, and a healthy dose of curiosity. She is excited to join PLNU because this move represents a dream years in the making, and she will get a front-row seat to those “aha!” moments when students connect the dots, gain confidence, and see new possibilities for themselves and their future.

The FSB Is Growing!Welcome To Our New Faculty Member!The Fermanian School of Business is excited to welcome two outstan...
06/02/2026

The FSB Is Growing!
Welcome To Our New Faculty Member!

The Fermanian School of Business is excited to welcome two outstanding new faculty members to our community for the upcoming academic year. Bringing a wealth of academic excellence, industry leadership, and real-world experience, both professors will play an important role in preparing the next generation of business leaders!

Welcome, Dr. Kevin Hee!
Dr. Kevin Hee joins the FSB with an impressive blend of professional practice and academic expertise. Prior to entering higher education, Kevin spent over four years in public accounting with Arthur Andersen, PwC, and EY, serving in tax and senior tax associate roles. Kevin earned his B.S in Finance and Marketing, and MSA in accounting from the University of Virginia. He earned his CPA from the state of Virginia. He holds a PhD in Accounting from the University of Colorado at Boulder. He was an assistant professor in accounting at San Diego State University and CSU San Marcos from 2008 to 2022 and a clinical assistant accounting professor at Baylor University from 2022-2025. He has taught all levels of financial accounting (principles, intermediate, advanced) and accounting information systems. His research interests include financial reporting quality and the impact of different types of business risk on audit quality.

Come join us for an evening of connection, community, and conversation at Moniker General. Thursday, June 11 | 5:30–7:30...
05/14/2026

Come join us for an evening of connection, community, and conversation at Moniker General.

Thursday, June 11 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Moniker General | 2860 Sims Rd San Diego, CA 92106

Last week was one for the books at the Fermanian School of Business! 🎓We are still on that Commencement high! ✨✨✨On Thur...
05/12/2026

Last week was one for the books at the Fermanian School of Business! 🎓

We are still on that Commencement high! ✨✨✨

On Thursday, we celebrated our 153 traditional undergraduate graduates at a beautiful reception filled with family, friends, laughter, and so much pride. We also had the honor of inducting 22 outstanding students into the Delta Mu Delta Honor Society — recognizing excellence in business scholarship and leadership.

We proudly announced our 2026 Students of the Year:
⭐ Accounting — Noelle Planchon
⭐ Business Administration — Cate Harell
⭐ Finance — Abigail Halcomb
⭐ International Development — Ceci Corona
⭐ Management — Aron Shipman
⭐ Marketing — Veronica Estrada

Later that evening, we gathered for the 2026 Master of Science in Accounting Graduation Celebration Dinner, honoring the second graduating cohort of our unique 4+1 program — where students earn both their Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees simultaneously. It was such a special night celebrating alongside families and guests while hearing encouraging words from Provost Dr. Jim Daichendt, Dr. Liz Holbrook, and Professor Suzanne Lair. Thank you to Dean Dr. Jamie Hess and Professor Joe Dowdy for being there to support these amazing Accounting students!

And then came Commencement weekend on the Greek. 💚

We are still beaming with pride for all of our FSB students across every program who crossed that stage this past weekend. Your hard work, perseverance, leadership, and heart have left a lasting impact on our community!

Congratulations to our newest FSB alumni! As you step into the next season, remember you will always have a home here! 🥰

Recap from our GPS Graduation Dinner for the Class of Spring 2026 🎓✨Students from our BAOL, BBA, MBA, and MAOL programs ...
05/08/2026

Recap from our GPS Graduation Dinner for the Class of Spring 2026 🎓✨

Students from our BAOL, BBA, MBA, and MAOL programs gathered for a meaningful evening of celebration, recognition, and community as we honored the achievements of our graduating class.

During the evening, we recognized our Delta Mu Delta recipients for their outstanding academic accomplishments and heard an inspiring speech from student Hannah Hajj, whose words reflected the dedication and heart of the GPS experience.

We also had the privilege of awarding the Nersesian Scholarship, recognizing academic excellence and commitment to servant leadership.

Congratulations to the Class of SP26 — we are proud of all you have accomplished and cannot wait to see the impact you will make moving forward! 💚

This week we say a grateful farewell to Carl Hammond after 24 incredible years of faithful service in the Fermanian Scho...
05/07/2026

This week we say a grateful farewell to Carl Hammond after 24 incredible years of faithful service in the Fermanian School of Business at Point Loma Nazarene University! 🙌🏼

What started as an unexpected, temporary step into the classroom turned into a true calling—one that shaped generations of students. As Carl shared, once he began teaching, he realized, “this is what I am supposed to be doing with my life.”

From his wisdom in Accounting to his care for students and his deep sense of purpose, Carl leaves behind a legacy far greater than numbers—one of impact, mentorship, and faithfulness.

Thank you, Carl, for the lives you’ve touched, the stories you’ve shared, and the countless students you’ve equipped along the way. You will be deeply missed, but your legacy will continue in every classroom you’ve influenced.

Here’s to a well-earned retirement and the next chapter ahead!

Read Carl’s reflection here:
https://lnkd.in/d3yz7NFv

What a way to wrap up the year! 🎉This Saturday, we hosted our very first Graduate Student event to celebrate the end of ...
04/28/2026

What a way to wrap up the year! 🎉

This Saturday, we hosted our very first Graduate Student event to celebrate the end of the academic year, and it did not disappoint. From high-energy game show challenges at Red Door Escape Room to dance battles and karaoke duels that brought out everyone’s competitive side, the vibes were unmatched. And yes… The Winners showed up and claimed that first-place glory 🏆

We kept the momentum going with a delicious lunch at Cocina Blanco, where the real highlight was relaxing, connecting, and celebrating together.

Huge shoutout to the amazing students who made this such a fun experience: Michael Djobi, Cutter Harring, Brianna Bushnell, Emir Dikurt, Kenneth Yanga, and Lucerito Arvizu.

Grateful for this community and already looking forward to our next exciting event. 💫

Address

3900 Lomaland Drive
San Diego, CA
92106

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when PLNU FSB posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The University

Send a message to PLNU FSB:

Shortcuts

Share

Category