Newsletter - September 15

Please take a moment to get know Pamplin’s new Dean. 

Dean Sarker says: “I am honored to join the Pamplin College of Business at Virginia Tech as its next dean. The college is experiencing tremendous positive momentum, and I look forward to partnering with new colleagues, alumni, and industry partners to advance a world-class business education ecosystem with far-reaching societal impact,”  Here from Dean Sarker Here

Dean Sarker would like to get to know ALL Pamplin employees. She is asking each employee to set up a one-on-one meeting with her. Please follow this link to set up your individual meeting with the new Dean. Meet the Dean Link

Maria Steward, Associate Director of Alumni & Corporate Outreach

Let's give a Hokie Shoutout to Maria Stewart, who represents the DC Pamplin Graduate Programs with dedication and enthusiasm, both in the forefront and behind the scenes. Beyond her primary responsibilities, Maria takes the lead on unique projects, ensures boots are on the ground for program representation, provides essential marketing support, and consistently extends our social media reach (because the more we like our posts, the more others will too!). Serving as a true advocate for our Pamplin Graduate Programs, Maria is an asset to our organization, and we greatly appreciate her commitment to enhancing their success. Thank you, Maria, for your contributions and support.

Onur Seref, Associate Professor BIT

I just wanted to take a minute and give Onur Seref kudos. I’m in his BIT 5524 class for the MSBABA and snapped this picture because I was so proud.

Most faculty members in the classes that I’ve had in recent years have discussed the Principles of Community and shared the link, but Onur really went into depth and the takeaways of the POC. In addition, he set the tone with three statements (see below) that are not only in the syllabus and listed on the slide but reiterated verbally to the class on the first day.

It was a powerful moment in class that I greatly appreciate as an advocate for DEIB but also as a student.

“ I believe in an environment of inclusivity and equality. I support respect for diversity. I expect you to behave respectfully towards your peers in this class. I do not allow outward displays of racism or antagonism of any kind in my classroom or online meetings.”

Pamplin Society Lunch and Learn virtual event: September 27^th from 12:00 until 1:00pm: Pamplin College of Business alumni, faculty, and staff are invited to attend a virtual Lunch and Learn hosted by the Pamplin Society with guest speaker, Dr. Quinton Nottingham, department head, Business Information Technology. Dr. Nottingham will present an overview of the Business Information Technology Department. Register Here

Intro to Open Access: Choosing the Right Journal for your Research with the Directory of Open Access Journals.  September 26^th 10:30 until 11:30am. Join us for a guided tour of the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ). More information Here

Community Day – VTRS: Come “dunk-a-cop” and enjoy free music and food. Event is sponsored by the Vtech Police and Rescue teams. September 23 @ 10:00am Drill field. 

Pamplin Faculty and Staff Town Hall: Mark your calendars for the next faculty and staff meeting on October 27th (8:30 – 11:30) Latham Ballroom.

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration: DEIB is hosting their second-annual Heritage Month Celebration - ¡Unidos! September 19^th from 11:00am until 3:00PM in Pamplin 1028. All are welcome!