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December 2007

UNC Study Shows African Americans Add $44.7 Billion to State's Economy
North Carolina's growing African American population contributes more than $44.7 billion to the state's economy through its purchases and taxes according to a new report by researchers at UNC Kenan-Flagler.

Undergraduates, Venture Capitalists, Entrepreneurs Connect at First Undergraduate Venture Capital Investment Competition
The inaugural Undergraduate Venture Capital Investment Competition (uVCIC) launched Oct. 27 at UNC Kenan-Flagler, bringing together top undergraduate students, visionary entrepreneurs and successful venture capitalists.

Alumni Profile: Success By the Numbers
Hillary Salo Larson (BSBA ’02, MAC ’03) recalls the rigor of sitting for two days at the Raleigh Convention Center for the CPA exam in May 2003. She credits review sessions with Kenan-Flagler faculty members for helping her pass the first time, not an easy accomplishment.

Alumni Notes
Recognizing outstanding alumni. Get started on your holiday shopping at the Kenan-Flagler online store!

John Worth’s Career Corner: Job Search Tips for the Holiday Season
Many people assume that there is no point conducting a job search over the holiday season. Nothing could be further from the truth! Here are a few suggestions to give your holiday search a “jump start.”

Zeithaml Wins Prestigious Marketing Award
UNC Kenan-Flagler marketing professor Valarie Zeithaml won the prestigious 2008 Paul D. Converse Award from the American Marketing Association.

Kenan-Flagler MBAs Win Innovation Challenge and $20,000
A team of MBA students from UNC Kenan-Flagler won first place at Idea Crossing's 5th Annual Innovation Challenge hosted by the Darden Graduate School of Business at The University of Virginia, Nov. 17.

UNC Kenan-Flagler Hosts Annual Sustainable Careers Forum
UNC Kenan-Flagler’s MBA Net Impact Club hosted its 6th Annual Careers in Sustainability Forum Nov. 30.

Recognizing Outstanding Kenan-Flagler Alumni
UNC Kenan-Flagler recognized seven outstanding alumni at its ninth annual Alumni Association Awards ceremony in November.