As we begin a ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥ academic year, I want to personally welcome you to the Meinders School of Business at ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥ City University. Like me, you may be starting your first semester, or you may be returning to continue your journey. Together, we are part of a community committed to academic excellence, meaningful connections, and personal growth.
I am honored to serve as your ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥ dean and look forward to meeting you, learning about your goals, and supporting your success. Together, we will build on the proud tradition of the Meinders School of Business while preparing you to lead with character, confidence, and purpose in an ever-changing global economy.
A business education should do more than prepare you for your first job. It should equip you for a lifetime of success, adaptability, and leadership. This year, we will continue to strengthen our curriculum through modern business practices, emerging technologies, experiential learning, and meaningful connections with industry leaders.
I encourage you to challenge yourself in the classroom, engage fully with our faculty and your peers, and take advantage of every opportunity to grow. Just as importantly, use your time here to discover your unique strengths, define your personal brand, and develop a deeper understanding of what sets you apart. The most successful professionals are often those who recognize what comes naturally to them and learn how to leverage those strengths to create value for others. As you grow, consider not only who you want to become, but also the impact you want to have on the organizations, communities, and people you serve. True leadership is measured not only by personal achievement, but by the positive difference you make in the lives of others.
At Meinders, we want you not only to gain knowledge and skills but also to develop the confidence to excel where your talents and passions intersect. By exploring ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥ ideas, embracing challenges, and learning from experience, you will build the professional capabilities and personal insight needed for a successful and rewarding career. Our goal is to help you become a principled leader who creates value, strengthens organizations, and makes a meaningful impact on your community and beyond.
I wish you a successful, inspiring, and transformative academic year. I look forward to all that we will accomplish together.
Dr. Nic Erhardt, Ph.D.
Dean of the Meinders School of Business
ÃÛÁÄÖ±²¥ City University
