Jacob Cavazos, B.B.A Management '06
December 16, 2024

Q&A: Alumni Association president Jacob Cavazos ’06 encourages alumni to remain engaged

UTSA Today
Born and raised in San Antonio, Jacob Cavazos, ’06 earned his B.B.A. in Management, following in the footsteps of his parents Eddie and Laura Cavazos.

Jasmin Paquet-Durand Ford, B.A. Economics '24
December 5, 2024

Jasmin Paquet-Durand Ford’s Journey from Belize to Capitol Hill

Jasmin Paquet-Durand Ford’s life has been shaped by cultures, curiosity and an enduring commitment to leave the world better than she found it.

Tyler Newman, M.S. Finance '24
December 3, 2024

Tyler Newman Redefines His Career with an M.S. in Finance

For San Antonio native Tyler Newman earning his master’s in finance from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA represents years of grit, growth and gratitude.

Les Rodriguez, B.B.A. Marketing and Management '24
December 3, 2024

Leslie Rodriguez: A Veteran’s Mission to Graduation

Balancing a family, a full-time career and the challenges of college life is no small feat, but for Leslie (Les) Rodriguez, perseverance is second nature.

Rhett Whiting, B.B.A. Marketing '24
December 1, 2024

From Austin to Achievement: Marketing Senior Rhett Whiting Reflects on His UTSA Journey

As Rhett Whiting crosses the stage to graduate from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business this fall, he carries with him the lessons, connections and confidence that have prepared him to make his mark in the marketing world.

Brianna Anzaldua, MBA '24
December 1, 2024

Brianna Anzaldua’s Journey to an MBA

For Brianna Anzaldua, earning an MBA from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA is more than an academic achievement—it’s a testament to determination and the power of education to transform lives.

Viviana Rodriguez, assistant professor of economics
November 26, 2024

Unintended Consequences of Academic Leniency: Viviana Rodriguez

In the evolving landscape of educational policy, unintended consequences often lurk behind well-meaning reforms.

Becky and Jerry Salinas
November 20, 2024

Heart for UTSA

Meeting on campus then falling in love with the university, Becky, '80 and Jerry Salinas', '80 passion for UTSA and each other has grown over the years.

Arkajyoti Roy
November 19, 2024

Faculty Member Optimizing Health Care Scheduling

Arkajyoti Roy, assistant professor of management science and statistics, wanted to be a doctor growing up, but the dream ended quickly when he discovered he didn't like the sight of blood. Instead he obtained a doctorate in industrial engineering and focused his passion for health care into improving patient outcomes using optimization and data analytics.

Keegan McCain
November 1, 2024

MBA Student Keegan McCain Making an Impact

MBA student Keegan McCain, ’23 came to UTSA with the goal of making a lasting impact on the school’s women’s tennis program. Now she helps shape the lives of the next generation of student athletes on a daily basis.

Ezabella Khan, Finance '25
October 30, 2024

Internship Leads to Job Offer for Finance Major Ezabella Khan

For Ezabella Khan, a senior majoring in finance at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA, this past summer marked a pivotal moment in her burgeoning career.

Students studying in an economics class
October 24, 2024

College Receives $2.8 Million Grant to Expand Quantitative Business Programs

The Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA was awarded a $2.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to expand the college’s quantitative master’s programs and enhance resources for student success with a focus on creating opportunities for low-income and other underserved student populations.

Alumni Awards Ceremony
October 24, 2024

Alvarez Alumni Recognized at Inaugural Awards Ceremony

Ten alumni from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA were recognized for their accomplishments during an inaugural Alumni Awards Dinner on Oct. 18.

Nancy Ehrlich Ozuna
October 23, 2024

Counting Her Blessings

If you listen to alumna Nancy Ehrlich Ozuna, ’93, MPA ’95, she’ll tell you her path to a career in a top public accounting firm isn’t typical for students today. She completed her bachelor’s in accounting, passed the CPA exam and then earned her master’s in accounting, all without ever working in the field.

Rob Wicall Frost Lecture
October 23, 2024

Wicall to Keynote Frost Distinguished Lecture Nov. 12

Rob Wicall, ’94 director of business strategy at Vuepoint Digital Marketing, will present the keynote address during the Carlos Alvarez College of Business Frost Distinguished Lecture on Nov. 12.

Ashwin Malshe, associate professor of marketing
October 18, 2024

Bridging Strategic Gaps: Ashwin Malshe

In business strategy, a gap often exists between perceived strategic alignment and the dynamics unfolding within a company's walls.

EMBA alumni participants
October 10, 2024

College’s EMBA Program Celebrates 25th Anniversary

The Executive MBA (EMBA) program in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA celebrated the 25th anniversary of the first program graduates during a luncheon celebration this month. Bob Lengel, associate professor emeritus of management, was honored for founding this visionary leadership program.

Marie Cohan, Accounting and Information Systems '92
October 2, 2024

UTSA alumna, Marie Cohan ’92, is making IT more accessible

UTSA Today
Marie Cohan ’92, a first-generation UTSA graduate, earned her B.B.A. in Accounting and Information Systems from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business. She has since leveraged her degree to build a successful career in IT project management.

Stethescope on top of U.S. hundred dollar bills
September 18, 2024

College Launches New B.S. in Health Administration Program

The Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA has launched a new B.S. in Health Administration degree program jointly with UTSA’s College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP).

Cyber Security students
September 13, 2024

UTSA Alvarez, Tec de Monterrey Welcome Inaugural Students to Binational Cyber Program

UTSA Today
The collaborative program offers students the distinctive opportunity to take high-quality courses at both institutions and earn two degrees: a Master of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in cybersecurity from UTSA Alvarez and a Master in Cybersecurity from Tec de Monterrey.

Miranda Putnicki, UTSA Alvarez Marketing student and member of the UTSA Women's Volleyball Team
September 11, 2024

UTSA Volleyball's Miranda Putnicki inspired by university’s rapid trajectory

UTSA Today
UTSA Volleyball sophomore Miranda Putnicki was born in San Antonio, but never could have imagined herself becoming a Roadrunner. Putnicki is currently majoring in marketing with a minor in sports management from the UTSA Carlos Alvarez College of Business

UTSA Alvarez MBA student, Anna Almaraz.
September 8, 2024

MBA Student Represents UTSA Alvarez on Global Stage

Student Speaker at GCEC Summit, Anna Almaraz, Showcases UTSA's Entrepreneurship Spirit

David Han, Associate Professor of Management Science and Statistics
September 3, 2024

David Han Named Romo Endowed Professor

David Han, associate professor of management science and statistics in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business, has been awarded the Ricardo Romo Ph.D. Endowed Professorship.

UTSA Alvarez new faculty member, Hunter Aku
August 29, 2024

Alvarez Welcomes New Faculty for Fall 2024

The Carlos Alvarez College of Business welcomes 15 new full-time faculty members for fall 2024.

Leslie Doss, UTSA Alvarez 2024 Retiree
August 27, 2024

College Recognizes Retirees

The Carlos Alvarez College of Business recognizes six retirees from this summer and fall. Celebrating their longstanding careers, they each have made lasting contributions to the college.

UTSA Alvarez MBA professor and students.
August 11, 2024

UTSA Alvarez Named One of the Best Business Schools for 2024

The Carlos Alvarez College of Business MBA program has been recognized as one of the best on-campus programs by The Princeton Review in its list of Best Business Schools for 2024.

Students in Costa Rica
July 12, 2024

Business Students Travel to Costa Rica and Germany this Summer

Enriching the international perspectives of our business students, the college hosted two immersion programs to Costa Rica and Germany this summer.

UTSA punter Lucas Dean
July 12, 2024

Lucas Dean Named American Athletic Conference Football Scholar-Athlete of the Year

UTSA Today
MBA student and football player Lucas Dean recognized for his achievements in the classroom.

Photo of professor in classroom with students at computer.
June 26, 2024

Online B.B.A. in Cyber Security Ranked #5 in the Nation by Forbes

The online B.B.A. in Cyber Security program in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business has been ranked in the top 5 nationally by Forbes.com as a Best Online Bachelor’s Degrees in Cybersecurity for 2024.

UTSA Alvarez finance students in Costa Rica, 2024.
June 15, 2024

UTSA Investment Society Enhances Financial Literacy in Costa Rica

Eleven finance majors from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business Investment Society embarked on an enriching eight-day journey to Costa Rica to uplift the community through financial education and community service.

Glenn Dietrich, professor of information systems and cyber security
May 24, 2024

College Mourns Passing of Cyber Security Patriarch Glenn Dietrich

Glenn B. Dietrich, MBA ’77, professor of information systems and cyber security in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA, passed away on May 16 of natural causes under medical care.

A military member shakes hands with a physician
May 22, 2024

Power Shapes Physician Behavior According to Alvarez Researcher

Power is an intangible characteristic that is often hard to measure. A recent study by UTSA faculty member Stephen Schwab tackles this concept while examining how physician care is influenced by power in the U.S. military.

UTSA Alvarez SURE Graduates 2024
May 16, 2024

New entrepreneurship program pairs UTSA students with small business owners for real-world experience

UTSA Today
Local small business owners including a salsa maker, a therapeutic pillow creator and a commercial cleaning service provider have spent the last few months getting help from UTSA students to improve their business. They have come together as part of UTSA’s new Stimulating Urban Renewal through Entrepreneurship (SURE) program.

Conrad Finos, B.B.A. Cyber Security '24
May 4, 2024

UTSA Cyber Security Graduate Conrad Finos Is Set to Make a Global Impact

Conrad MacLennan Finos’ UTSA journey has been one of profound growth and a desire to make a global impact in society. An Austin native, he will graduate with his BBA in Cyber Security this May from the UTSA Carlos Alvarez College of Business.

Maren Wilms, M.A. Economics '24
May 4, 2024

From the Rhineland to the Alamo City: Maren Wilms' UTSA Journey

As the spring air fills UTSA’s campus, a sense of accomplishment and anticipation permeates among the graduating class of spring 2024. Among these soon-to-be graduates is Maren Wilms, who will graduate with her Master of Arts in Economics. Her remarkable journey at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business exemplifies academic excellence and athletic prowess.

Analy Quintanilla, B.B.A. HR Management
May 4, 2024

Achieving Dreams and Breaking Barriers: Analy Quintanilla’s UTSA Journey

Drawn to the vibrant city of San Antonio with its diverse cultures and communities, Analy Quintanilla joined UTSA as one of the inaugural Bold Promise scholars.

Members of the winning ASU supply chain competition team
May 2, 2024

UTSA Team Places Second in National Supply Chain Case Competition

A team of students from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA won second place in the Historically Black College and Hispanic-Serving Institution National Supply Chain Case Competition held at Arizona State University.

Rita Mitra receives the Teaching Excellence Award at the University Excellence Awards.
May 2, 2024

Alvarez Faculty Recognized at University Excellence Awards

Two Carlos Alvarez College of Business faculty members were honored at the UTSA University Excellence Awards.

Lead Photo Example
April 29, 2024

Graduate Stephanie Florez Pursues Her Real Estate Passions in New York City

Watching her parents succeed through hard work and perseverance, Stephanie Florez applied the same philosophy to her time at UTSA. The end result when she graduates this May in three years with her B.B.A. in Real Estate Finance and Development is a full-time job as an investment banking analyst with Wells Fargo in New York City.

Dale and Lila Truett
April 28, 2024

In Memoriam: Founding Economics Faculty Member Dale Truett

Dale Truett, professor emeritus of economics in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA passed away this month at the age of 83.

CEO Magazine Badge - #7 Glboal EMBA Rankings 2024
April 24, 2024

College’s MBA Programs Ranked Highly by CEO Magazine

The Executive MBA (EMBA) program in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA was ranked No. 7 globally and second in the United States by CEO Magazine in their 2024 Global MBA Rankings. The UTSA MBA was ranked as a Tier One Global MBA program. This is the sixth consecutive year that both programs were recognized.

College benefactor Carlos Alvarez
April 22, 2024

In Memoriam

UTSA Today
The UTSA community is mourning the loss of Carlos Alvarez, a highly respected businessman, passionate philanthropist, generous benefactor and honorary Roadrunner.

Members of the winning SAS data analytics competition
April 17, 2024

Data Analytics Students Win Global Data Competition

Four graduate students from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA are one of three winning teams of the 2024 SAS Curiosity Cup, a global data analytics competition. They were awarded first place in the data presentation category.

The Ph.D. Project Conference student participants
April 10, 2024

Alvarez MBA Students Gain Insight into Ph.D. Programs

Carlos Alvarez College of Business MBA students Gisela Riddle and Diana Vasquez were chosen to attend The Ph.D. Project annual conference in Chicago.

Yvonne Addison '09, '18
April 8, 2024

Alvarez EMBA Alumna’s Journey from Engineering to Business Leadership

Carving a remarkable path from her roots in mechanical engineering to her current role as CEO and business owner of Addison Prime, Yvonne Addison, ’09, EMBA ’18 has embarked on a career journey marked by resilience, passion and a commitment to continuous learning.

Isabella Haua
March 22, 2024

From Campus to Catwalk: UTSA Alumna Presents Her Work in London Fashion Week

Inspired to follow her heart for fashion and entrepreneurship, Isabella Haua, ’21 traveled 5,000 miles across the world to study in London and ultimately have her work shown at London Fashion Week. 

Headshot of Felicia V.
March 21, 2024

UTSA Alvarez Alumna Forges Career in Washington D.C. Intelligence Community

Passionate about math and science, alumna Felicia V. found her career trajectory shift after a serendipitous encounter with one of her undergraduate professors Jerome Keating. He shared with her news about the college’s new M.S. in Data Analytics program, and the applied nature of the program inspired her to transition from her previous career into her current profession in data analytics within the intelligence community when she completed her master’s degree in 2021.

Student Nima Patel
March 14, 2024

Roadrunner Spotlight: Nima Patel

Meet Nima Patel, an undergraduate student from San Antonio earning a B.B.A. in Accounting with a minor in finance at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business!

Hailey Atwood
March 7, 2024

Roadrunner Spotlight: Hailey Atwood

Meet Hailey Atwood, a graduate student from Austin and a member of the UTSA women’s basketball team earning a M.S. in Business degree at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business!

NYC Forté Conference Attendees
March 5, 2024

Business Students Attend Forté Womens’ Finance Conference

Four Carlos Alvarez College of Business finance students traveled to New York City last month to attend a finance conference presented by Forté.

Frost Distinguished Lecture Series
February 15, 2024

Graham Weston to Keynote Frost Distinguished Lecture Feb. 27

Graham Weston, chief executive officer of Weston Ventures, will present the keynote address during the Carlos Alvarez College of Business Frost Distinguished Lecture Series.

Participants in the Arboretum San Antonio project
February 14, 2024

Business Students Provide Recommendations for Arboretum San Antonio

Alvarez College of Business
Students in Andrea Marquez' Management Strategy class conducted a semester-long project to assist Arboretum San Antonio with launching their business plan.

The annual Alvarez Faculty and Staff Awards took place on Tuesday, January 30, 2024.
February 2, 2024

Carlos Alvarez College of Business Honors Distinguished Faculty and Staff

Alvarez College of Business
The Carlos Alvarez College of Business celebrated outstanding faculty and staff achievements at its annual Faculty and Staff Awards Ceremony last month. The event recognized 12 faculty and staff members for their exemplary contributions.

Dian Wang, Assistant Professor of Marketing
January 7, 2024

Marketing Professor Explores Effects of Online Shopping on Brand Loyalty

Alvarez College of Business
With the digital era offering endless opportunities for people to shop online with just a tap of a button, marketing to shoppers is impacted by this shift as well.

Deepa Chandrasekaran, Associate Professor of Marketing
January 7, 2024

Marketing Researcher Studies Technology Disruption

Alvarez College of Business
Technological change is inevitable. Whether that is electric versus gasoline cars, streaming versus cable service or laptops versus tablet computers.