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It has been an honor
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serve CBA
I write my last column for the Exchange with mixed emotion. Effective April 30, 2007, I assumed the role of assistant vice president of advancement at Interlochen Center for The Arts in northern Michigan. The new position is one that offers both professional growth and opportunity.
As I reflect on my tenure with CMU and the College of Business Administration, I am honored to have had the opportunity to be part of a successful capital campaign and to work with talented colleagues. I have met hundreds of alumni over the years and have been continually impressed. I urge each and every alumnus to do three things: reconnect, give back, and take pride.
Reconnect. During my three years with CMU, I met numerous talented, inspiring, and generous individuals; many who give both time and resources to advance the College of Business Administration. Under the leadership of Dean Mike Fields, the college continues to place priority on alumni involvement. I urge you to reconnect with the College of Business Administration. There are numerous involvement opportunities.
Give back. Along with increasing engagement, alumni giving is essential for growth. As the college continues to do more with less, we are required to franchise external support from alumni and stakeholders. Alumni giving is essential to provide students with valuable opportunities, to support faculty research, and to develop new and innovative programs that meet today’s business demands. Your support allows the college to remain competitive with peer institutions in recruiting the most talented faculty and students. If you give annually or have established a named endowed fund, thank you. If you have not given and are considering giving, I urge you to contact the College of Business Development and Alumni Relations office at (989) 774-1732.
Take pride. I am very proud of this university, even though I am not a graduate of CMU. The College of Business Administration is one of the country’s premier business schools in providing students with practical experience. The college continues to boast one of the largest placement rates in the state. I am proud to have been associated with CMU and the College of Business Administration. Take pride in your alma mater! To learn more, visit the Web site cba.cmich.edu.
Warmest regards,
Josh
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Joshua Merchant,
senior director of development
 Patton named senior director of development and alumni relations
Jody Ackerman Patton has been named the new College of Business Administration senior director of development and alumni relations. Patton brings a wealth of CMU experience to CBA. As the former director of development for the College of Communication and Fine Arts at CMU, she is knowledgeable about CMU’s institutional strengths, its many dedicated friends, partners, and alumni, and the university’s many special donor opportunities following the successful New Vision of Excellence capital campaign.
Please join Dean D. Michael Fields and the College of Business Administration in welcoming Patton to her new role. She can be contacted by e-mail at patto2ja@cmich.edu or by phone at (989) 774-1732.
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