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Rowland School of Business Marks the End of the Semester with Music, Fashion and Academic Wins
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Point Park University's Rowland School of Business closed out the academic year with events that recognized students' academic performance and shined the spotlight on their hard work from the last semester.
A man plays guitar on a stage.
Rowland School of Business Clubs Collaborate with Professional Career-Readiness Center, Alumni on Networking Event
Monday, April 28, 2025 The Student Accounting Association, Student Human Resources Association and Pioneer Tech Innovators brought students, faculty and alumni together to practice their networking skills in real time and gain valuable insights from the Professional Career-Readiness Center's staff.
Pictured are students, alumni and faculty at a networking event. Photo by Kellie Strate.
Students Share Takeaways from Disney Leadership Seminar
Thursday, April 18, 2024 "We visited all four parks at Walt Disney World and experienced two Disney Imagination Campus seminars and multiple guest lectures. Each day was different, but all were equally educational, engaging and magical."
Pictured are Matthew Harris and Austin Riggs at EPCOT. Submitted photo.
Students in Advanced Accounting Course Get an Inside Look at Investment Management with Field Trip to Federated Hermes
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 "My main takeaway from the trip to Federated Hermes was experiencing what it's like to be in a real-world, workplace environment with accounting professionals and taking in everything they had to say about their work, career paths and how they got to where they are."
Pictured from left to right are students David Keyser, Giulia Follador, Mikyla Slater, Anna Fields, RaKeya Ellsberry, Matthew Harris and Dante Gianfrancesco. Photo by Nicole Chynoweth.
Student Profile
Alina Bigec '25
"Point Park is an extremely welcoming environment for international students. Our school may be small in size, but you will find that Point Park hosts students from countries all over the world, and they're here to support you."
Pictured is Alina Bigec. Photo by Natalie Caine.
Student Profile
Giulia Follador '24
"Point Park's Downtown Pittsburgh location and the people here really make the difference! It’s a small community where everyone knows each other, and everyone is always ready to help and advise you in the best way."
Pictured is Giulia Follador. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Tanner Hoffer '23
"Point Park has prepared me in every way possible. I looked up to professors who showed me the best interview tactics and networking tools. Every class I've taken provided me with opportunities to learn more and more about my future, and I've loved it."
Pictured is Tanner Hoffer. Photo by Nicole Chynoweth.
Student Profile
Shivansh Waleacha '23
"Point Park is one of the most welcoming environments I've ever experienced. You can be from anywhere, from any background, and feel like you are a part of something bigger than yourself at this school."
Pictured is Shivansh Waleacha. Photo by Madi Fisher.
Rowland School of Business Partnering with Startup Studio Better Work Ventures to Create Entrepreneurship Learning Opportunities for Students
Tuesday, November 29, 2022 The Rowland School of Business is partnering with Better Work Ventures to bring experiential learning opportunities in entrepreneurship through internships, job shadowing, guest lectures, curriculum and more focused on what it takes to build a business from the ground up. 
Pictured is Downtown Pittsburgh during the daytime. Photo by Natalie Caine.
IMA 2022 Student Leadership Conference
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 "At Point Park, I like that we have so many connections to things that will get us involved on campus and in our career field."
Faculty Q&A: Dimitris Kraniou, Ph.D.
Tuesday, July 26, 2022 Point Park University Rowland School of Business professor Dimitris Kraniou, Ph.D., participated in and addressed the audience at the Conference of Modern Greek History of The Department of History, Archeology, and the Management of Cultural Goods at the University of Peloponnese in Greece this summer.
Pictured is Dimitris Kraniou. Submitted photo.
Rowland School of Business Launches 4+1 Master's Program
Friday, June 24, 2022 "This fast-track opportunity will allow undergraduate Rowland School of Business students to start taking graduate-level classes once they reach senior status in their undergraduate degree program, enabling them to complete a graduate program in one year."
Pictured is Point Park University's campus. Photo by Nathaniel Holzer.
Rowland School of Business Faculty Tour Bitcoin Mining Facility to Further Cryptocurrency Education
Tuesday, June 21, 2022 "The aim of our course is to start students on their crypto journey with good habits, reliable information and the beginnings of a personal roadmap."
Rowland School of Business Virtual Career Fair
Tuesday, September 21, 2021 Amazon, UPMC, Schneider Downs and First National Bank are among more than 30 employers ready to connect with students and alumni at the Professional Career-Readiness Center's Rowland School of Business Virtual Career Fair, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. via Handshake. 
Pictured is the Pittsburgh skyline reflecting off of a cell phone. Photo by Nathaniel Holzer.
Alumni Profile
Steven Reed '19
"Going to school in Downtown Pittsburgh was one of the main reasons I chose to come to Point Park. The campus location connects students to the best of what Pittsburgh has to offer. Not only are we minutes from Market Square and Point State Park, but there are many hidden gems in terms of restaurants and attractions just a short walk from Point Park's campus."
Pictured is Steven Reed. Photo by Nathaniel Holzer.
Point Park Alumni and Student are Building Their Careers at IMS Systems
Monday, January 11, 2021 Point Park University alumni Edberg Dominguez, Angel Melendez and current student Joshua Jackson work for IMS Systems, a manufacturer of measurement solutions for steel and aluminum mills.
Pictured is Edberg Dominguez. Submitted photo.
Point Park Students Enhance Their Tax Preparation Skills, Make an Impact in the Community Through VITA Course
Wednesday, March 11, 2020 Students enrolled in Point Park University’s first officially designated community-engaged undergraduate course — Accounting 295: VITA — are making a positive, real-time impact through their work with the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
Pictured left to right are VITA class students John Bedortha, Malaki Davis, Rachel Cahoon, Evgeniia Belajac, Doreen Clark and Dominic Hodil. Photo by Amanda Dabbs
Pittsburgh Chapter of the Project Management Institute Discusses Opportunities for Students
Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Members of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Project Management Institute recently visited campus to discuss scholarship, networking, mentoring and other opportunities they can provide to students.
Pictured are members of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Project Management Institute.
Accounting Majors Win 2018 Outstanding Student Achievement Awards
Friday, February 2, 2018 Chereese Langley and Andre Bennett both won 2018 Outstanding Accounting Student Achievement Awards from the Pittsburgh Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors.
Pictured are accounting students Chereese Langley and Andre Bennett. | Photo by Brandy Richey
Accounting Students Named Finalists in Case Study Competition
Friday, December 1, 2017 Point Park University accounting student team of Andre Bennett, Adrea Coates and Andre Lowery were named finalists at the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants/Pittsburgh Institute of Internal Auditors Case Study Competition Nov. 2.
Alumni Profile
Economics and Finance 2017 Grad Lands Position as Staff Auditor Soon After Graduating
Meet Amanda Horn, staff auditor for PRGX USA, Inc.
Point Park Marks Fifth Year of Hosting High School Accounting Career Awareness Program
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
The Money Thing: Faculty Help Students Prepare For Their Financial Lives After College
Tuesday, April 4, 2017 It's not uncommon for college students — and graduates — to make major money mistakes. Point Park University created a course called The Money Thing, which educates and encourages students to make smart financial decisions during and after college.
ACAP Exposes High School Students to Accounting Careers and Professionals
Tuesday, July 12, 2016 Twenty-two students from 16 high schools spent the week at Point Park for the University's Fourth Annual Accounting Career Awareness Program, held on campus June 26 through July 1.
Economics and Finance Alumnus Leads Group Claims Team at Cigna
Monday, June 27, 2016 Meet Kyle Lucot '11, group claims team leader for Cigna.
2015 Alumna Landed Associate Position With Top Pittsburgh Accounting Firm Before Graduating
Monday, April 25, 2016 Meet Mariah Jensen, audit associate for HBK CPAs & Consultants.
International Faculty Come to Point Park From Around the Globe
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
New Accounting Instructor Shares His Life Experiences as a Refugee With Students
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Meet Joseph DeFazio, CRPC, Ph.D., School of Business Instructor and Financial Planner
Monday, January 18, 2016
Students Showcase Their Business Knowledge in Chair's Challenge Case Competition
Friday, April 17, 2015 School of Business students put their accounting, finance, marketing and business management skills to the test in the inaugural Chair's Challenge Business Case Competition held April 9 in Point Park's JVH Auditorium.
Point Park Career Counselor Helps M.B.A. Grad Transition to Accounting/Finance Field
Friday, December 12, 2014 Meet Ericka Watkins, credit analyst for Koppers, Inc.
Students Explore Careers in Real Estate, Network with Professionals
Monday, December 8, 2014 Point Park students and alumni learned about the various career opportunities in commercial real estate from local industry experts at a panel discussion and networking reception held on campus last month.
Mentors of BOLD Program Inspire Students to Pursue Accounting, Finance Professions
Monday, December 1, 2014
YWCA Greater Pittsburgh to Honor Business Professor and Police Chief
Wednesday, October 1, 2014 Edward Scott, C.P.A., M.B.A., Point Park University George Rowland White Endowed Professor in Accounting and Finance, and Jeffrey Besong, assistant vice president of public safety and chief of police for the University, will be honored by the YWCA Greater Pittsburgh with a Racial Justice Award on Oct. 29, 2014.
High School Students Discuss Their Week at Accounting Career Awareness Program
Monday, June 30, 2014 During the six-day program, students from high schools across the Pittsburgh region learned about accounting as a career choice, how to start a business, financial literacy, the art of public speaking, business etiquette and more.
Meet Edward Scott, George Rowland White Endowed Professor, Accounting and Finance
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
Point Park's BOLD Program to Celebrate its Second-Year Achievements
Thursday, April 17, 2014
International Business Alumna, BNY Mellon Analyst Discusses Importance of Giving Back
Monday, September 30, 2013 Meet Melisa Chipangila Campbell, analyst for The Bank of New York Mellon.
Meet Luis Palacios-Salguero, Assistant Professor of Economics and Finance
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
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