News, Notes, and Nods: In Memoriam · Babson Magazine
Remembering alumni and members of the Babson community who have passed recently and included in the Summer 2025 edition of Babson Magazine.| Babson Thought & Action
The Babson executive vice president received the Mid-Career Higher Education Leadership Award for impactful work shaping the direction and success of the College. The post Kelly Lynch Earns Prestigious Award from the American Association of University Administrators appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
New Babson-funded research shows that customer kindness can boost employee satisfaction, reduce turnover, and spark a cycle of positivity in service industries. The post Babson Study Reveals the Power of Customer Kindness appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
With championships and top-tier recruiting classes, Babson Director of Tennis Michael Kopelman has overseen the transformation of the men’s and women’s programs into national powerhouses. The post Courting Success: How Babson Tennis Teams Transformed into National Powerhouses appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
The school year may be over, but Babson’s work of educating entrepreneurial leaders doesn’t stop. In the summer, many entrepreneurs, educators, and leaders descend on campus. They come from around the globe to connect and to learn. What they take away from the College can impact their companies, their classrooms, and their communities. The post An Entrepreneurial Summer: How Babson Impacts Communities Year-Round appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
During move-in day, a new crop of first-year students made Publishers Hall their home. The small residence hall, built over a century ago, is known for the tight-knit communities that form there. The post Publishers Hall Welcomes First-Year Students to Its Cozy Confines appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Families shared stories of packing, pride, and the promise of entrepreneurship as they helped the Class of 2029 settle into campus life. The post Parents, Siblings, and New Students Come Together for Babson Move-In Day appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
A new campaign, Every Can Counts, will accept food and financial donations beginning Sept. 1 through the grand opening of the food pantry at 11 a.m. Sept. 12. The post Stock & Exchange, Babson’s First Food Pantry, to Open in September appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
More than 600 new undergraduate students move into Babson each year. The Class of 2029 brings people from nearby and thousands of miles away to celebrate new beginnings on campus. The post Move-In Day Brings Babson’s Global Campus Together appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
In a ghost town within Gloucester, Mass., College founder Roger Babson’s life lessons endure on boulders engraved with mottos adopted by every incoming undergraduate class. The post Babson Boulders: A Living Legacy Etched in Stone appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
As move-in day approaches, the undergraduate Class of 2029 looks ahead to what they want to accomplish and what they hope to discover over the next four years at Babson. The post Passion Projects and Purposeful Ventures Define the Class of 2029 appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
With AI job interviews on the rise, Babson trains job-seeking students to combine cutting-edge tech skills with authenticity. The post How Babson Trains Students to Stand Out in AI Job Interviews appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
With a background in performing arts, Jessica Chance has found a perfect role as the director of Babson’s Graduate Center for Career Development to combine her skills and help students discover their own professional paths. The post Jessica Chance: Guiding Graduate Students’ Career Development appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
In Babson’s new Doctor of Business Administration program, Beth Wynstra, the faculty director of the Center for Engaged Learning and Teaching focuses on helping to develop potential teachers. The post The Art and Science of Teaching in Babson’s DBA Program appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson provides more than just a world-class education and career opportunities. Through the generosity of its alumni and other donors, the College supports every facet of the student experience, including competitions, professional and personal needs, and anything else that comes up. The post Helping Hands: Alumni Support Enhances Babson Students’ Experiences appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
All year, we empower entrepreneurial leaders to impact communities everywhere. But, in the summer months, our campus comes alive in new ways as we welcome scores of entrepreneurship students, educators, and professionals for an array of innovative programs. The post Summer Activity Embodies How Babson Impacts Communities Everywhere appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
The latest news, notes, and nods from Babson's undergraduate alumni in the Summer 2025 edition of Babson Magazine. The post News, Notes, and Nods: Undergraduates appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
The latest news, notes, and nods from Babson's graduate alumni in the Summer 2025 edition of Babson Magazine. The post News, Notes, and Nods: Graduates appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Remembering alumni and members of the Babson community who have passed recently and included in the Summer 2025 edition of Babson Magazine.| Babson Thought & Action
New groundbreaking research from Babson College faculty offers the first conceptual model of entrepreneurial leadership.| Babson Thought & Action
As the new home of the Babson World Globe, the recently dedicated Kerry Murphy Healey Park celebrates the College’s history and international spirit.| Babson Thought & Action
$10 million in lifetime giving from the Kletjian Foundation will establish the Kerry Murphy Healey Center for Global Healthcare Entrepreneurship at Babson.| Babson Thought & Action
On May 16, 2019, President Kerry Healey opened Babson Commons at Horn Library, a new convening space at the center of campus.| Babson Thought & Action
How do you define success? Two Babson professors unpack that complicated question after Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top golfer, recently made comments challenging assumptions about career fulfillment. The post Money. Acclaim. Family. What Is Your Definition of Success in Life? appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
After a life-changing setback, I found that Babson had the tools and community to rebuild my business and career—here’s how you can harness them too. The post The Skills, Network, and Mindset That Made My Babson MBA Pay Off appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
In a time dominated by AI and tech, the human-centric skills of empathy and active listening remain critical in business. Here’s how leaders and entrepreneurs can get better at them. The post Empathy and Active Listening Skills: Why They Matter in Business and How to Do Them Better appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
In its inaugural rankings of the best 50 colleges in the country, LinkedIn named Babson the No. 1 school in four categories: strongest alumni network, largest share of alumni founders and entrepreneurs, fueling business development careers, and alumni working internationally. The post LinkedIn Ranks Babson No. 1 for Alumni Network, No. 7 Overall in the United States Amid Bevy of Top Marks appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson's new Doctor of Business Administration program drives incredible demand, as the first cohort of 19 accomplished executives and leaders prepares to begin in September. The post Babson’s New DBA Program Draws Impressive Interest appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
It’s not just about startups and pitches. The people in the audience at Babson’s Summer Venture Showcase make it a hub of connections and support. The post Mentors, Investors, and Proud Parents: Who’s Watching Babson’s Summer Venture Showcase appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Resilience, flexibility, and agility aren’t just workplace buzzwords. Babson experts say they are the mindset and muscle that teams need to succeed in the face of constant change and unexpected disruption. The post Building Resilient and Agile Teams: The Competitive Edge in a Rapidly Changing Market appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
In our occasional photo series, staff photographer Nic Czarnecki shares a unique perspective on a design group project at a Professional and Executive Education program. The post Unscripted Moment: Sphere Perspective appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson landed eighth in the ranking of the Top 50 Online MBA Programs, which is based on both institutional and student survey data.| Babson Thought & Action
Understanding information and communications technology and developing artificial intelligence skills are necessary in today’s jobs market, explain Babson professional and executive education experts. The post Technological Literacy: The Must-Have Skill for the Future of Work appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
In a three-year project, Joana Carey, an associate professor of earth and environmental science at Babson, and a team of reserachers will examine data from more than 450 rivers across all seven continents. The post Joanna Carey Awarded a National Science Foundation Grant to Examine River Health appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson’s Lauren Beitelspacher explains what the Market Basket schism reveals about consumer trust and why we’re loyal to grocery stores. The post Why Grocery Store Loyalty Runs Deep: Market Basket’s Crisis Draws Emotional Response appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
The winners of the 2025 Collaborative Global Student Challenge attend Babson Build to further advance their ventures addressing the world’s most important goals. The post Collaborative Global Student Challenge Creates Almost 1,000 New Business Ideas appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Each summer, Babson’s Summer Venture Program gives student founders the tools, mentorship, and momentum to accelerate their ventures. Meet four advisors who are helping shape the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders—one insight at a time. The post Lessons from the Heart of Babson’s Summer Venture Program appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
A viral Coldplay kiss cam moment involving a CEO and human resources leader at a tech startup rocked the company to its core. Babson management professors provided insight into how ventures can survive a leadership scandal. The post When Scandal Strikes the C-Suite: What Two Babson Professors Say Companies Should Do appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Annual awards were presented at the Babson Collaborative Global Summit in Paris, the largest summit to date with 74 participants from 29 member institutions. The post Babson Collaborative Global Summit Honors Member Achievements appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Emily Rosado-Solomon, an assistant professor at Babson, looks at how employees with mental illness handle their symptoms while at work, a topic that is understudied. The post How Employees Navigate Mental Illness in the Workplace and What Employers Can Do to Help appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Record Prime Day sales were powered by promotions and an atmosphere of economic uncertainty, Babson retail expert Lauren Beitelspacher said.| Babson Thought & Action
Inspired by entrepreneurship professor Len Green’s course, Lauren Hammarstedt ’10 brings entrepreneurship education to middle school students in East Harlem, New York. The post Her Pitch? Teaching Entrepreneurship to Middle Schoolers in East Harlem appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
For the second year in a row, Babson College has been named one of the top colleges in the United States by Money magazine, earning a five-star rating on its 2025 list of Best Colleges. The post Money Magazine Once Again Names Babson a Five-Star Best College appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
From national and conference championships to academic achievements, Babson’s student-athletes continue to post impressive statistics. Here is a look at the numbers behind Babson Athletics’ successes. The post Keeping Score: A Look at Babson Athletics’ Success by the Numbers appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson thought leaders on tax policy explain how a federal proposal that includes eliminating taxes on tips might reshape the tipping economy.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson’s participation in the Boston Pride Parade caps a busy and productive year of support for the LGBTQ+ community by the Office of Belonging and Inclusion, as it advances the College’s commitment to Inclusive Excellence. The post Passion and Pride: How the Office of Belonging and Inclusion Supports the LGBTQ+ Community appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson College Dining earned a prestigious Loyal E. Horton Dining Award for the second year in a row, while other team members also have been honored recently for their contributions. The post Babson College Dining Serves Up More Honors for Employee Development and Support appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson launches an expanded Professional and Executive Education portfolio, while investing in a new lodging and conference center on campus.| Babson Thought & Action
Hidden fees have increased amid inflation and cutbacks. Babson Associate Professor Lauren Beitelspacher explains why customers often pay up.| Babson Thought & Action
What is an entrepreneurial mindset? Emphasizing smart action, failing fast, and pivoting based on what you learned. Find all your entrepreneur news here.| Babson Thought & Action
As the 45th annual entrepreneurship research conference returns to Babson’s campus, BCERC pays tribute to Professor Andrew “Zach” Zacharakis for two decades of service. Zacharakis shares reflections of BCERC and its impact. The post Honoring Andrew ‘Zach’ Zacharakis for 20 Years as BCERC Director appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson earned the prestigious New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic Conference Men’s Presidents Cup, , an all-sports award presented to the top overall men's and women's programs in the conference, for the third year in a row. The post Three-peat: Babson Wins Third Consecutive NEWMAC Men’s Presidents Cup appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Trained by the state police, Babson’s newest Public Safety dog comes with unique skills to boost campus safety and community engagement. The post It’s All in the Name: Hero the Dog Brings Safety and Smiles to Babson appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Runners in the 10K for Babson faced soggy weather, but the annual event raised the most money in its history for the Student Emergency Fund.| Babson Thought & Action
Tennis champions Olivia Soffer ’25 and Matia Cristiani ’26 look back on their years playing together and all the hard work that went into winning two national doubles titles. The post Take Two: Babson Tennis Champions Reflect on Winning Back-to-Back Titles appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Joey Flannery ’17, now the associate head coach of the men’s team, is the first Babson College player to be selected to the SCB Hall of Fame. The post Joey Flannery ’17 Elected to Small College Basketball Hall of Fame appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Brian Fitzgerald ’95 co-founded Tinkergarten, building an outdoor, early childhood education business to help solve the dilemma of children’s screen time. Here, he reflects on the lessons he learned about solving problems and the importance of going outside. The post What Outdoor Play Taught Me About Entrepreneurship and Human Connection appeared first on Babson Thought & Action.| Babson Thought & Action
Tariffs, a chaotic market, seemingly nonstop changes—Babson’s Ben Spigel offers strategies for entrepreneurs navigating these uncertain times.| Babson Thought & Action
With groundbreaking AI advances, two Babson students have created what is believed to be the first AI-designed chair on a college campus.| Babson Thought & Action
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Much happens in a year. Reflecting on the months to come, Babson professors took time to discuss what they’re looking forward to in 2025.| Babson Thought & Action
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As endowed chair for values-based leadership, Scott Taylor is helping set the course for The Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership.| Babson Thought & Action
Entrepreneurial leaders harness the power of relationships and put people first, and that enables them to take on daunting challenges.| Babson Thought & Action
We answered the question ‘why is integrity important in leadership?’ by looking at how integrity plays out in different situations.| Babson Thought & Action
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Convenience rules, but sustainability and in-person experiences can give small retailers a boost, Babson Professor Lauren Beitelspacher says.| Babson Thought & Action
Between calming one's nerves and deciding what to say, public speaking is challenging. The director of Babson’s Speech Center offers help.| Babson Thought & Action
The latest lofty ranking reflects Babson’s well-rounded and well-prepared graduates, who are poised for success in their lives and careers.| Babson Thought & Action
Here are three trends from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor that are shaping the future, writes Jeffrey Shay in Entrepreneur magazine.| Babson Thought & Action
For the first time, researchers examine Babson’s signature course, the FME, and show how it builds resiliency and an entrepreneurial mindset.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson’s new Herring Family Entrepreneurial Leadership Village plans to build entrepreneurial leadership skills in all students.| Babson Thought & Action
Entrepreneurship educators from around the world came to Babson for the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers (GCEC) Conference.| Babson Thought & Action
Amazon’s return-to-office policy could trigger issues with employee motivation and workplace fairness, according to Babson thought leaders.| Babson Thought & Action
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Babson enjoyed its first sights of the Herring Family Entrepreneurial Leadership Village, the first-of-its-kind living and learning space.| Babson Thought & Action
Now in his his fifth year, President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA’92, PhD reflects on how Babson is poised to expand its leadership and impact.| Babson Thought & Action
The world needs entrepreneurial leaders to solve complex challenges that have persisted for decades or longer, as well as future ones we can’t even envision yet. Entrepreneurial leadership is both a skill set and a mindset, and entrepreneurial leaders impact businesses, organizations, and society because they put people first and manage in a relational way. Here, we illustrate the impact of entrepreneurial leadership through inspiring and uplifting stories from the Babson community and beyond.| Babson Thought & Action
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Babson faculty and leadership are intellectuals, practicing entrepreneurs, lawyers, artists, engineers, and more, but most importantly, they are educators. Harness their relevant, practical research and consulting and executive experience to make informed strategic decisions in your organization and professional life.| Babson Thought & Action
Office culture has shifted to allow for more casual and authentic dress, says Babson Professor Emily Rosado-Solomon, but only to a point.| Babson Thought & Action
Here’s how entrepreneurs can leverage marketing to maximize their companies' potential, writes Anirudh Dhebar in Entrepreneur magazine.| Babson Thought & Action
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With its impressive student outcomes, Babson rates among the nation’s elite schools in the WSJ/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges rankings.| Babson Thought & Action
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The Babson College community has added a furry friend. Get to know Roger, the College’s new community resource dog.| Babson Thought & Action
Awarded the prestigious Emerging Scholar Award, Eliana Crosina ’05, MBA’11, takes a personal approach in her entrepreneurship research.| Babson Thought & Action
Artificial intelligence is transforming entrepreneurship by enabling deep customer insights, writes Erik Noyes in Entrepreneur magazine.| Babson Thought & Action
As dean of faculty, longtime Babson Professor Donna Stoddard P’21 will serve as an advisor, supporter, and cheerleader of faculty members.| Babson Thought & Action
Gracie, the latest addition to Babson College’s Public Safety team, is a 5-month-old Goldador on campus to enhance community engagement.| Babson Thought & Action
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Whether it happens in the classroom or at one of our global hubs, we bring you timely stories about what's happening at Babson College.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson Professor Scott Taylor, an expert on emotional intelligence, explains why it’s such an essential aptitude for a leader to master.| Babson Thought & Action
Babson’s new HELV classrooms use advanced tech to foster seamless virtual and in-person collaboration, enhancing the educational experience.| Babson Thought & Action
Successful leadership requires effective communication to foster collaboration, enhance productivity, and maintain connections.| Babson Thought & Action
Dr. Ariel C. Armony will lead Babson’s global approach to educating the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders as the new Provost.| Babson Thought & Action
