Student Success
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Lanae Dancy
Lanae earned her undergraduate degree in cinema media and television. Now, she’s pursuing her master’s in business administration. When she entered her senior year, Lanae knew she wanted to stay at KU and continue her education. While she considered which graduate program to choose, it was business administration that caught her eye. “The MBA program combines my creative background and a top-tier business education, which presented the ideal pathway for my academic and career ambitions.” Once she completes her program in May 2024, Lanae hopes to combine her cinema and business interests into a career path. She is considering creating her own embroidery focused business or using her background to make a post-production company. Lanae knows her time at KU will set her up for success, no matter what she decides to pursue. “This program has given me confidence in my abilities, challenged me to a new degree, and built upon my strong creative abilities.”
Olivia Waterman
Olivia, Finance and Accounting double major, is President of the Accounting Club. Under the guidance of Dr.Kaufinger, she realized she wanted to go into Accounting. Once she made the decision, everything else clicked into place; she became a member of the Accounting Club, and by the end of her sophomore year, she was offered the opportunity to run for president. Olivia attributes a lot of her success to networking, and says, “We go to a small school, but it’s still big enough that you can get lost in the crowd. Follow up and make connections. Saying thank you, talking to people, and making yourself known can make all the difference.” In the future, Olivia hopes to become her own boss. She wants to have something that she can call her own and knows KU has given her the skills to do just that. “There’s a great group of people on campus – students, my friends, professors – and I wouldn’t trade this experience for the world.”
Chase Spencer
Chase, Sport Management major and Coaching and Athletic Administration minor, is President of the Men’s Soccer Club. Looking for the next step in his coaching career, Chase earned an Assistant Soccer Coach internship opening in the KU Area School District. Starting his internship in late August and finishing in November, he is thankful for the experience. “I learned patience with this age group,” he said. “I tried to implement the idea that fundamental skills and movements will always be fundamental and key for the sport. It was amazing to see the team really grasp what I was teaching on and off the ball and improve on their own, step by step.” In the future, Chase would like to coach collegiate level soccer.
Kyle Goodwin
Kyle, Accounting and Finance double major, is pursuing his Master of Science in Finance (MSF) in Villanova University’s graduate program. He attributes a lot of his success to his academic advisor, retired KU professor Dr. John Walker. When he was looking for things to set himself apart from other students, it was his professor that suggested graduate school. From there, he didn’t look back. While confident about the future, Kyle has not lost sight of where he started from. “These opportunities are a testament to the people who have invested their time into helping me, and I hope to make them proud.”
Raven Gabriele '19
Raven was a business management and marketing double major. Now, she’s the restaurant owner of The Raven 96. After working in the restaurant industry since she was 16, she decided it was time to work for herself. Raven was originally, a business management major, but had taken a few marketing classes and really felt that she wanted to explore a degree there as well. With the help and advice from her advisor, Raven was soon a double major and found the encouragement she needed to find her path. Though the job is tiring, it is rewarding. Raven suggests having a solid support system. With the help from her dad and sister (also a KU alum) she is confident in her new adventure. "If you want to be a business owner, find your support system, and you can do it".
Tyler Monahan
Tyler Monahan, Sport Management major, is researching virtual reality. When Tyler’s professor, Dr. Yongjae (Jaden) Kim, offered him the chance to conduct virtual reality (VR) research, the experience felt surreal. “Most people don’t get these opportunities,” he said. Already a personal VR user, Tyler was interested in the project and accepted the offer. After securing a KU Bears Grant, which provides funding to student researchers, Tyler is ready to begin the study after months of preliminary research.
Josh Norris
Josh, an accounting major, is Vice President of the Accounting Club and an intern for KPMG International. Entering his Junior year at Kutztown University, Josh knows how one opportunity can change your entire path. Last year, looking for an internship, a family friend told him about an internship at KPMG International, a tax and advisory firm. After reaching out to KPMG, he secured a Tax Intern position. After completing his internship last year, the firm invited him to intern again in Summer 2024. Looking back, Josh is humbled by the opportunity to intern there twice. “I come from a small town, a small school, and I never thought I’d be at one of the largest accounting firms in the world.”
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First Destination Results
2022
Employed
Furthering Education
Still Seeking Employment
KU Undergraduate*
37.70%
13.56%
48.11%
BSBA Undergraduate
54.05%
5.41%
40.54%
Accounting
70.00%
3.33%
26.67%
Entrepreneurship
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Finance
42.31%
15.38%
42.31%
General Business
28.57%
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71.43%
Human Resources Management
100%
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Management
48.84%
4.65%
46.51%
Marketing
51.61%
3.23%
45.16%
Personal Financial Planning
75.00%
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25.00%
Supply Chain Management
83.33%
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16.67%
MBA
57.14%
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42.86%