May 2, 2025
Marketing Graduate Stacy Carrizales Turns Passion into Purpose
Stacy Carrizales’ heart has always belonged to San Antonio. Attending UTSA allowed her to maintain her hometown roots, but more importantly allowed her to blossom into something more powerful.
May 2, 2025
Real World Learning Fuels Senior Arnas Budreckis' Successes
When Arnas Budreckis first arrived at UTSA, he didn’t just want to earn a degree; he wanted to make an impact. Now, as he prepares to graduate with a B.B.A. in Business Analytics, he reflects on a journey shaped by leadership, hands-on learning, and a deep commitment to student success at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business.
May 2, 2025
Vicky Kidder Bridges Business and Policy Through Leadership
Vicky Kidder’s passion for law, policy and economics began at an early age, but it was her time in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA that helped her develop the analytical and leadership skills necessary for her success.
May 1, 2025
College Ranked in the Top 100 for Faculty Research Productivity
The Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA was ranked one of the top 100 business schools in North America for research productivity according to the 2025 UT Dallas Business School Research Rankings™.
April 29, 2025
Elissa Ayoub Named 2025 Outstanding Alvarez Undergraduate
Elissa Ayoub was named the 2025 Outstanding Alvarez Undergraduate in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA. This honor, presented as part of the UTSA University Life Awards, recognizes a student who exemplifies academic excellence, leadership, service and commitment to the UTSA community.
April 29, 2025
Business Honors Students Gain Industry Insights in Houston
Over 20 Business Honors students from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA embarked on a high-impact trek to Houston, Texas this month to explore firsthand Houston companies. Organized by the college’s Alvarez Student Success Center, the Houston City Trek exposed students to leading industries and allowed them to network with Alvarez alumni.
April 28, 2025
Rene Anderson's Mission-Focused UTSA Alvarez Journey
When Rene Arturo Anderson walks the stage this May as a graduate of the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA, it will mark more than the completion of a degree; it will represent a full-circle moment for a man who has devoted his life to service, leadership and personal growth.
April 28, 2025
Internship Leads to Full-time Offer for Finance Graduate
Maximizing every opportunity offered to her, Beverly Quintana will graduate with a B.B.A. in Finance from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA.
April 17, 2025
Alumna Sendejo's Transition from Business to the Boxing Ring
For Amanda Sendejo, ’23, success isn’t just about winning in the ring; it’s about building a brand. Sendejo, who graduated with a degree in marketing, made her debut as a professional boxer earlier this year.
April 16, 2025
Alvarez Faculty Member Secures Department of Energy Grant
Yuanxiong (Richard) Guo, associate professor of information systems and cyber security in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA, has been awarded a $520,000 grant as part of a $3.2 million project funded by the U.S. Department of Energy.
April 9, 2025
UTSA SHRM Students Win First Place at Statewide Case Competition
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) student chapter in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA earned top honors at the Texas SHRM Student Conference and Case Competition, taking home first place in the statewide case competition and winning the People’s Choice Award for their engaging tabling display.
April 4, 2025
Graduate Business Programs Ranked by CEO Magazine
The Executive MBA (EMBA) program in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA was ranked No. 14 globally and fourth in the United States by CEO Magazine in their 2025 Global MBA Rankings. The UTSA MBA was ranked as a Tier One Global MBA program. This is the seventh consecutive year that both programs were recognized.
March 17, 2025
Marketing Researcher Studies Peer Influence in the Workplace
Can organizational communications impact the efforts of employees? According to a study by Stephen He, assistant professor of marketing in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA, sharing peer success can influence employee performance.
March 14, 2025
Alvarez Team Wins South Texas CFA Research Challenge
A team of finance students from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA won the South Texas CFA Research Challenge.
February 18, 2025
College Partners with Victory Capital to Promote Student Success
The Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA has partnered with Victory Capital to expand programs that support student success for business students to better prepare them for careers in the investment and financial industries.
February 13, 2025
Management Faculty Member Receives NSF Grant
A study by Xiaohong (Violet) Xu, associate professor of management, explores how the adoption of new technologies could improve gender diversity in male-dominated fields such as the construction industry.
February 12, 2025
UTSA Alvarez Investment Society Supports Costa Rican Entrepreneurs
Ten students from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA traveled to Costa Rica for an eight-day immersive learning experience that allowed them to use their financial education to empower a rural community of entrepreneurs.
February 11, 2025
Two Birds of a Feather
If awards were given out for Mr. and Ms. UTSA alumni, then one alumnus couple would easily be top contenders--Yvonne, '09, EMBA '18 and Drew Addison, '17.
February 5, 2025
Ann Deacon to Keynote Frost Distinguished Lecture Feb. 11
Ann Deacon, ’84 founder and CEO of Deacon Recruiting Inc. and Lux Concierge LP, will present the keynote address during the Carlos Alvarez College of Business Frost Distinguished Lecture on Feb. 11.
January 27, 2025
Binay Adhikari Earns UTSA’s Lutcher Brown Fellowship for Research
Alvarez College of Business
Binay Adhikari, associate professor of finance at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA, has been named a Lutcher Brown Fellow for 2024-2025.
January 22, 2025
Meet A Roadrunner: Vincente Rios
Alvarez College of Business
The Carlos Alvarez College of Business launched the Career Compass professional development program in fall 2024. It is a requirement for all new freshmen and transfer students who joined the college in fall 2024 or later.
January 22, 2025
Meet A Roadrunner: Annu Paavani Chemata Venkata
Alvarez College of Business
The Carlos Alvarez College of Business launched the Career Compass professional development program in fall 2024. It is a requirement for all new freshmen and transfer students who joined the college in fall 2024 or later.
January 22, 2025
Meet A Roadrunner: Richard Lujan
Alvarez College of Business
The Carlos Alvarez College of Business launched the Career Compass professional development program in fall 2024. It is a requirement for all new freshmen and transfer students who joined the college in fall 2024 or later.
January 20, 2025
Elissa Ayoub Charting Her Path to Success in Finance
Alvarez College of Business
Elissa Ayoub, a senior pursuing a B.B.A. in Finance at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA, uncovered her passion for business early on.
January 13, 2025
Faculty Member Amir Karimi Explores Global Health Care Supply Chains
Alvarez College of Business
Amir Karimi, assistant professor of management science and statistics, has focused his research endeavors in improving access to essential health care products in low- and middle-income countries.
January 6, 2025
Alumni Couple Give Back to Accounting Profession
Alvarez College of Business
Annette, '88 and Stewart Goodson, '84 have devoted their careers to giving back to the accounting profession and supporting fellow Roadrunners.
January 1, 2025
Top 10 Stories of 2024
Alvarez College of Business
Looking back through the past year in the UTSA Carlos Alvarez College of Business, we’ve compiled below the Top 10 stories of 2024.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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
September 8, 2024
MBA Student Represents UTSA Alvarez on Global Stage
Student Speaker at GCEC Summit, Anna Almaraz, Showcases UTSA's Entrepreneurship Spirit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
January 7, 2024
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.
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.
December 31, 2023
Top 10 Stories of 2023
Alvarez College of Business
Looking back through the past year in the UTSA Carlos Alvarez College of Business, we’ve compiled below the Top 10 stories of 2023.
December 13, 2023
Two Faculty Receive Endowed Chair Appointments
Alvarez College of Business
Two faculty members have recently been named to newly-created endowed chair positions in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA.
December 4, 2023
Graduate Megan Nguyen Begins Cyber Career with Black & Veatch
Alvarez College of Business
Megan Nguyen, a senior cyber security major looks forward to crossing the Alamodome graduation stage and making her immigrant parents proud.
December 4, 2023
Juan Carlos Gallegos Gears Up for Finance Job at JP Morgan
Alvarez College of Business
Juan Carlos Gallegos will graduate with a degree in finance from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business this fall, following the footsteps of his older brother who inspired him to attend UTSA.
December 4, 2023
Graduate Student Chris Engstrom Completes His Master's in Business
Alvarez College of Business
Non-traditional graduate student Chris Engstrom was born in Frankfurt, Germany to a military mother and later adopted at the age of 2.
December 4, 2023
Graduate Adrian Rodriguez Combines Passion for Sports with Marketing Degree
Alvarez College of Business
Moving from Querétaro, Mexico to San Antonio at the age of 10, Adrian Rodriguez grew up with big dreams of becoming a professional soccer player.
