Dr. Pavlina McGrady – SOU School of Business Spotlight

Dr.Pavlina McGrady is an Associate Professor at Southern Oregon University who runs the distance in many ways. Pavlina has been a vital asset for the Sustainable Tourism Management Degree we offer by teaching sustainability first-hand, which she is passionate about. Pavlina is an active member of the community as well. Recently, Pavlina participated in the Rogue Gorge 50k race and finished second among the women.

Dennis Slattery’s Lifelong Commitment to SOU

Dennis Slattery’s connection to SOU spans over four decades. He has not only been a cornerstone of the university but a shining example of how a sustained commitment to exceptional teaching and generosity can transform the lives of SOU students.

SOU Institute for Applied Sustainability to offer training in Portland, Oregon

Southern Oregon University’s new Institute for Applied Sustainability will team with Travel Southern Oregon and its statewide counterpart, Travel Oregon, to host a sustainable tourism training seminar on April 2, 2023, in Portland, Oregon, for travel industry professionals. The session is an opportunity for SOU to build its reputation as a respected and influential resource in Oregon for those interested in sustainable tourism.

First Presbyterian Church of Ashland Gifts Scholarship to SOU Native American Studies

What began as a partnership among Southern Oregon University and community organizations to see Indigenous Peoples’ Day instituted at SOU and in the City of Ashland a number of years ago has continued to evolve into further advocacy for Native people.

Speaker Series: Dr. Latoya Gibbs – Ingredients for a Successful and Enjoyable Career

Dr. Latoya Gibbs shares with students her ingredients for a successful and enjoyable career, as well as advice on mentorship and how to continue to be a learner.

Meet Acey Reyes, Marketing Manager and SOU Business Undergrad

Meet one of the faces on the Division of Business, Communication and Environmental Science marketing team: Acey Reyes, Marketing Manager and Undergraduate Student at Southern Oregon University School of Business.

Student overcomes life challenges to earn SOU MBA and land “dream job”

O’Shea received notification last week that she has completed all requirements for her online MBA degree from the SOU School of Business, after earning her bachelor’s degree in business administration from SOU in 2019. She has reached those academic milestones while working – first with a local nonprofit and for the past year in her “dream job” as a project manager at the Dutch Bros. headquarters in Grants Pass.

Business Speaker Series: Curtis Gouverneur of Yoshida Food International

Curtis is currently in his 13th year at Yoshida Foods and 22nd year in the beverage Industry. Previously, he spent 20 years in the volatile world of High Tech Designed state-of-the-art laser and optics systems for military, industrial and consumer products.

Business Speaker Series: Elizabeth Cope of SEC Compliance Solutions

Join the SOU School of Business at the next Business Speaker Series featuring Elizabeth Cope of SEC Compliance Solutions. The event is happening on Tuesday, January 28 from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm, in the SOU Hannon Library, Meese Room.

Business Leader Speaker Series: Jordan Beck

Jordan Beck is a School of Business alum and former owner of Rogue Biofuels. In the late summer of 2007, Jordan and a few former classmates from SOU came together to form a biodiesel production company.