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Eric Walden, Public Relations and Communications Manager
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Firebrand guest speaker LaMarqué Ward Sr. urges Opportunity Scholars to ‘leave a ripple in the universe’

Opportunity Scholars Program participants at the David Eccles School of Business got a dose of energy, ebullience, and exuberance with a keynote address from entrepreneur, author, educator, and motivational speaker LaMarqué Ward Sr. Ward, the president of Dream Builders University (a Cincinnati-based program that helps young people discover and achieve their potential through unique curriculum and workshops) addressed the collection of first-generation business students and shared his insights on personal growth, leadership, and the mindset needed to overcome obstacles. While he touched on myriad subjects, the theme underpinning the entirety of the 90-minute interactive experience was to not let the [...]

April 3rd, 2025|

Maximize Your Summer Break

With the semester wrapping up and summer in the forecast, it’s time to start thinking about summer break plans. Whether you’re looking to relax, go on some adventures, or get ahead for next semester, there’s plenty you can do to make the most of your time off. Here are some ideas to make this summer one to remember. Hit the water Nothing says summer like spending time in the water. Whether you're swimming at the beach, fishing on a quiet morning, paddleboarding across a lake, or wakeboarding behind a boat, there are endless ways to cool off. If you’re [...]

April 1st, 2025|
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