A. Gary Anderson
Graduate School of Management

Angela Marcel-Gavin, UCR School of Business student

A World of Rocks Waiting to be Turned Over

Before graduating in management information systems, Angela Marcel-Gavin ’21 focused on career goals—now thriving from her UCR MBA at a best business school.
By Elias Almarez-Herrera ’23 |
Vonda Simon, Executive Fellow 2021-2022

The Willingness to Never Give Up

Vonda Simon ’82 worked hard at her career. That effort helped her ascend quickly, and she was the top salesperson at TricorBraun, one of the world’s largest packaging distributors.
By Darin Estep |
2021 Dean's Report

Dean's Report 2020/2021

The Dean's Report highlights the major achievements at the UCR School of Business and provides an overview of the school's growth, academic programs and strategic initiatives.
David Gutierrez

Alumnus Helps First-generation Students

Recalling one of his first career fairs as an undergraduate, David Gutierrez ’04 describes being pulled aside by a college adviser with a bit of crucial advice: Clip the brand label off your jacket sleeve.
By Darin Estep |
Anthony Griffin '02, '06

‘If You Have an Idea, Just Try It’

UCR MBA alum Anthony Griffin shares how his business communications training at one of the best business schools helped him thrive after moving to Japan.
By Darin Estep |
Don H. Tran '01

‘A Revolving Cycle of Giving Back’

UCR MBA alumnus Don H. Tran ’01 thrives as senior credit review lead at Silicon Valley Bank, analyzing tech and life science firms at a best business school.
By Laurie McLaughlin |
Major Maurice Kenner

MBA Grad Applies Business Acumen in U.S. Army

The U.S. Army’s new enterprise marketing and behavioral economics field drew nearly 500 applicants for just 30 spots, attracting top officers.
By Darin Estep |
Alumnus Benjamin Gonzalez, military

Knowledge is Empowerment

Among the life lessons Benjamin Gonzalez says he’s learned is, “Personal and professional growth begin by not knowing something.”
By Laurie McLaughlin |
Susan Atherton

UCR Opened Doors for Philanthropist

If Susan Atherton thinks about it, her connection with UC Riverside has really come full circle in the time since she enrolled as a 17-year-old, first-generation college student.
By Darin Estep |
Ruben Hernandez

Veteran, Alumnus - Embraces Risk, Regimentation

UCR MBA graduate and Marine channels courage and service into real estate for veterans—powered by one of the best business schools, UCR MBA.