Academics & Research – 黑料专区 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:20:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 /wp-content/uploads/2021/11/favicon2-pfeiffer-50x50.png Academics & Research – 黑料专区 32 32 Never Too Late: How One PT Supervisor Found Her Next Chapter at Pfeiffer /never-too-late-how-one-pt-supervisor-found-her-next-chapter-at-pfeiffer/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:11:48 +0000 /?p=45857 Marissa Brooks has spent more than three decades helping people heal. As a physical therapist and rehab supervisor at Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center in Charlotte, NC, she has built her career on persistence, precision, and genuine care for others. So when an opportunity to grow as a leader presented itself, she did what she always does 鈥 she said yes.

In August 2025, just two days before her youngest daughter left for Appalachian State University, Marissa enrolled in 黑料专区’s MBA program as part of the Novant cohort, a specialized group of healthcare professionals pursuing advanced business education while working full-time. The timing, she admits, was anything but convenient.

“Not only was my daughter going to college, I was about to go out of town for my fortieth high school reunion,” Marissa laughs. “And then Dr. Luck asked if I wanted to start two weeks early to join the first cohort. What did I say? Yes, of course.”

That willingness to embrace change has defined Marissa’s path. Over the course of her career, she stepped away from clinical work for five years to raise her family and write human interest stories for a local Charlotte paper. She covered nonprofits, advocated for community causes, and discovered a deep love of storytelling before returning to healthcare with new purpose. Now, with her children grown and a leadership role she’s still growing into, the MBA felt like the natural next step.

“I’m doing this so I can be a better leader,” she says. “Everyone asks if I’m trying to open my own business. I’m not. I want to understand why decisions are made, and be better equipped to lead the people on my team.”

Her first course, Change Management, arrived at a moment when change was everywhere in her life: a new role, an empty nest, and the loss of her mother all converging at once. Rather than feeling overwhelmed, Marissa found the coursework grounding. Frameworks like Kotter’s Eight Steps gave language and structure to experiences she was already living through.

“It gave us the science behind the strategy,” she reflects. “And suddenly I was seeing it everywhere, in my personal life and in how we manage initiatives at the hospital.”

Now several semesters in, Marissa looks forward to courses in data analytics and managerial accounting 鈥 yes, accounting. “I love numbers,” she says without hesitation. “I want to understand the ‘why’ behind the decisions being made at the top.” For Marissa, the Pfeiffer MBA has been about more than professional development. It’s a statement, to her team, her children, and herself, that learning has no expiration date. “I want to show my team and my children that you can go back to school at any age and get something real out of it,” she says. “This has truly been a gift.”

Whether you’re a seasoned professional ready to sharpen your leadership edge or simply someone who has been waiting for the right moment, Marissa’s story is a reminder that the right time is often right now. To learn more about 黑料专区’s MBA program and how it can fit your life and career goals, visit or reach out to our admissions team at gradadmissions@pfeiffer.edu. Your next chapter might be closer than you think.

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黑料专区 Awarded $1.5 Million to Establish Regional Literacy Training Center for Rural North Carolina /pfeiffer-university-awarded-1-5-million-to-establish-regional-literacy-training-center-for-rural-north-carolina/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:51:16 +0000 /?p=44868 Misenheimer, N.C. 鈥 黑料专区 has been awarded $1.5 million to launch a Regional Literacy Training Center that will strengthen early literacy instruction and teacher preparation across rural North Carolina. The multi-year investment by the Warren and Augusta Hume Foundation will support teachers and future educators serving Stanly, Randolph, and Montgomery counties, where fewer than half of students are reading on grade level by the end of third grade.

鈥淓arly literacy is foundational to educational success, and rural communities face unique barriers in providing teachers with the training and resources they need,鈥 said Dr. Scott W. Bullard, president of 黑料专区. 鈥淭his investment allows Pfeiffer to respond to a critical regional need by supporting today鈥檚 educators while preparing the next generation of teachers to enter the classroom ready to meet the needs of early readers.鈥

The new Literacy Training Center will focus on strengthening evidence-based reading instruction for kindergarten through fifth grade, addressing one of the strongest predictors of long-term student success: the ability to read proficiently by the end of third grade. The Center is designed to meet the distinct challenges faced by rural school districts, including limited access to sustained professional development and ongoing instructional support.

鈥淭his partnership represents an exciting opportunity for our district and the entire region. Strengthening literacy instruction remains one of our most important priorities, and this investment supports the kind of sustained, high-quality professional learning our teachers need to continue growing in their craft. Just as importantly, it strengthens our ability to recruit and retain high-quality educators who are committed to serving our communities. When we deepen literacy in all its forms, we open doors for our students 鈥 not only in school, but in life,鈥 said Stanly County Schools Chief Academic Officer Lynn Plummer.

Strengthening Teaching and Learning Across the Region

The Regional Literacy Training Center will provide hands-on, practical training grounded in the science of reading. For current teachers, the Center will offer workshops, coaching, and shared learning opportunities focused on classroom-ready strategies rather than one-time professional development sessions. This sustained approach will help educators build confidence, refine instruction, and implement consistent reading practices across schools and districts.

The Center will begin work with Stanly County in the first year, followed by Randolph and Montgomery counties in subsequent years. This model will allow participating districts to learn from one another while addressing challenges specific to rural communities.

Preparing Future Teachers for Rural Classrooms

In addition to supporting current educators, the Literacy Training Center will strengthen Pfeiffer鈥檚 undergraduate and graduate teacher education programs by embedding high-quality literacy instruction directly into coursework. Education students will receive enhanced preparation in early literacy strategies, ensuring they graduate with practical skills needed to teach reading effectively from day one.

The initiative also includes student scholarships for education majors who complete literacy-focused classroom experiences and commit to teaching in one of the partner counties for three years after graduation. This component is particularly impactful for Pfeiffer students, more than half of whom are Pell-eligible and many of whom are first-generation college students.

鈥淲ith this support, 黑料专区 is creating a practical, sustainable resource that benefits both educators and students,鈥 Bullard said. 鈥淏y investing in early literacy where the need is greatest, we are helping ensure that more children learn to read well, early, and for life.鈥

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Rauer Research Showcased at Annual George Pfeiffer Symposium /rauer-research-showcased-at-annual-george-pfeiffer-symposium/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:08:12 +0000 /?p=44863 Recruited to play tennis at Pfeiffer, Laurin Rauer 鈥26 enrolled as an undergraduate student from Westerhausen, Germany, who wasn鈥檛 exactly sure what his academic focus should be. He knew he was passionate about Biology and, after taking some general biology classes taught by Dr. Laura Reichenberg, chair of the Department of Natural and Health Sciences and professor of biology, realized he couldn鈥檛 imagine majoring in anything else.

鈥淎fter my first year here, I remember thinking, 鈥業 just really enjoy waking up and doing that,鈥欌 he said recently during a break in his busy schedule. 鈥淚 like to learn about animals, about what life is, and, maybe, how to use those things to advance medical care.鈥

Rauer鈥檚 enthusiasm for biology has manifested itself in a knack for research, which was highlighted at this year鈥檚 George Pfeiffer Research Symposium, a campus event showcasing the innovative research being conducted by Pfeiffer鈥檚 undergraduate science students in collaboration with faculty mentors.

Named in honor of George R. Pfeiffer, former university trustee and past president of the Gustavus and Louise Pfeiffer Research Foundation, the 2026 event was expanded to include what Reichenberg called 鈥渙utstanding research from across the university,鈥 including Honors Program, Nursing, and Psychology students. All told, 60 students presented posters at the event.

鈥淭his was the largest symposium we have ever hosted and a true reflection of the breadth and quality of research at 黑料专区,鈥 she said. 鈥淚t is also now part of our new Week of Falcon Achievement initiative.鈥

The keynote address was provided by Dr. Ryan Girts, assistant professor of health & exercise science. He spoke on 鈥淟essons Learned as a Researcher: The Real Important Discoveries.鈥 The keynote also featured guest alumni speakers, including Josh Turner 鈥25, Kaylee Ollis 鈥25, and Julia Barbato 鈥24, who shared how their undergraduate research experiences helped shape their careers.

Rauer is both a Milton Rose Research Fellow at Pfeiffer and a member of its Honors Program.

Broadly speaking, Rauer鈥檚 research has reflected his interest in learning more about how microplastics affect terrestrial invertebrates, as opposed to how they affect their aquatic counterparts, which has attracted more attention from researchers. Microplastics emerge from several sources, including tire runoff, synthetic fabric, and, of course, plastic waste.

Rauer鈥檚 symposium poster was titled 鈥淢icroplastic Exposure Reduces Innate Immune Function in Pill Bugs: A Phenol Oxidase Biomarker Study.鈥 It illuminated his development of a phenol oxidase enzyme assay in an Armadillidum vulgare (a terrestrial isopod more commonly known as the pill bug) to determine its immune and stress responses to microplastics in the environment. He explained that a pill bug is a detritivore, meaning it obtains nutrients by consuming detritus. It then excretes these nutrients, aiding processes such as plant or fungi growth.

鈥淓ssentially, we need these detritivores to do well,鈥 Rauer said. 鈥淲e need them to not be stressed so that the ecosystem can thrive, because all ecosystems are like a connective web basically. If you have parts of this web missing, that affects the whole system. When certain animals are not really healthy or if they are really stressed because of factors that are human-induced, like microplastics, that can have tremendous effects on all the other organisms.鈥

As Rauer prepares to graduate and return to Europe, where he hopes to study bioengineering in a graduate program, he looks back on his time at Pfeiffer with gratitude for several reasons.

Scientific communication in English (including classroom instruction) is universal, posing challenges for fledgling scientists who are not native speakers of that language. Studying at Pfeiffer has given Rauer a leg up: 鈥淢y English has improved so much. I feel very comfortable reading and writing scientific papers. I鈥檓 not scared anymore.鈥

Rauer also notes how much he benefitted from the one-on-one attention he received from Reichenberg and others; such mentoring not only enhanced his learning but also equipped him with skills he鈥檒l need to conduct research at the graduate level (e.g., making an oral presentation, writing a paper, and creating an effective poster).

Reichenberg isn鈥檛 surprised by Rauer鈥檚 success, noting that he 鈥渉as a genuine passion for science and a curiosity that drives him to explore new questions and challenges.鈥

鈥淗e began his research career as a freshman working with nematodes and has since expanded his work to investigate microplastics, demonstrating impressive growth and adaptability. It has been a true pleasure watching him grow and adapt as a scientist.鈥

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黑料专区 Students Place at FBLA鈥慍ollegiate State Leadership Conference /pfeiffer-university-students-place-at-fbla-collegiate-state-leadership-conference/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:19:44 +0000 /?p=44857 Misenheimer, N.C. 鈥 黑料专区 students earned top honors at the 72nd FBLA鈥慍ollegiate State Leadership Conference, demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, and professional skill in competitive business events. The multi鈥慸ay conference brought together students from across the state to test their knowledge in a range of business鈥憆elated disciplines.

Among the standout performances, Lola Cabaniss鈥慉li 鈥26 placed sixth in the Future Business Executive event, which evaluates participants on leadership development, management concepts, and professional readiness. Vanessa Flores Garcia 鈥26 earned a fourth鈥憄lace finish in Computer Applications, showcasing advanced technical proficiency and efficiency in business software tools. Kobin Hamilton 鈥26 secured third place in Business Law, demonstrating strong analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of legal principles affecting modern business practices.

These achievements reflect 黑料专区鈥檚 commitment to experiential learning and student involvement in professional organizations. As a result of their state鈥憀evel success, all three students have qualified to advance to the FBLA鈥慍ollegiate National Leadership Conference, which will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada, in June. At the national conference, they will compete against top collegiate FBLA members from across the country.

 鈥淲e are incredibly proud of these students and the dedication they demonstrated throughout the competition process,鈥 said Tina Preslar, club advisor for 黑料专区鈥檚 FBLA chapter. 鈥淭heir success is a testament to their hard work, academic preparation, and commitment to professional growth. We are excited to see them represent 黑料专区 on the national stage.鈥

Keith Troutman 鈥79 and Troutman Enterprises of Concord, NC, are sponsors of the Pfeiffer team鈥檚 national competition travel. Other community partners, alumni, and supporters who wish to invest in student leadership development and academic excellence are welcome to also serve as trip sponsors. Those interested in learning more about how to support 黑料专区鈥檚 FBLA chapter may contact Jo Ellen Newsome, VP for Institutional Advancement at joellen.newsome@pfeiffer.edu or 704-463-3222.

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Prep for Success: Supporting First-Gen Falcons /prep-for-success-supporting-first-gen-falcons/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:12:42 +0000 /?p=44364 Dr. Chip Palmer, a 2009 graduate of 黑料专区, has served as its Director of Student Support and Academic Success since 2022, and he鈥檚 held other student-support positions at Pfeiffer since 2012. He says he pursues this line of work in higher ed administration in part because of his own student experience: 鈥淚 want to be the person I needed when I was a college student.鈥

When he toured Pfeiffer as a prospective first-generation college student from nearby , Palmer met an admissions officer intent on demystifying the application process for him. As the first in his family to pursue a college degree, he was largely unfamiliar with the usual tasks required for admission, as were members of his family.

鈥淭here were so many different small steps,鈥 Palmer said, referring to everything from filling out a to uncovering scholarships. 鈥淭he admissions officer walked me and my family through all of them.鈥

Palmer had not encountered anything like the help he received from Pfeiffer admissions during his visits to several other North Carolina colleges. That Pfeiffer had gone the extra mile for him figured prominently in his decision to attend the University.

Palmer also gravitated to higher ed administration as a result of the influence of Dr. Russ Sharples 鈥75, an alumnus of Pfeiffer College. Sharples鈥 tenure as an administrator at Pfeiffer, where he served as VP of Student Development and Dean of Students from 2009 to 2016, overlapped with Palmer鈥檚 two-year stint as a science teacher in the public schools of Rowan (N.C.) County (2010-2012).

During his deanship, Sharples occasionally called Palmer with the aim of bringing him back to campus as an employee, having recognized that he possessed the skills and background to work effectively behind the scenes for the betterment of the University鈥檚 students.

One of those calls resulted in Palmer running a summer program called Pfeiffer Readiness Education Program (PREP).  PREP — the latest iteration of which will take place in June over 10 days on Pfeiffer鈥檚 campus in Misenheimer, N.C. — equips mainly first-generation freshmen with study, writing, and time-management skills as they take and earn credit for a course called English 101. PREP also engages its students in team-building activities and acquaints them with Pfeiffer鈥檚 resources.

When Palmer ran PREP over two summers during his time as a science teacher, he related well to the first-generation students who participated, because he was one himself. Under Palmer鈥檚 guidance, PREP leveled the playing field for first-generation students, whose metrics (e.g., GPAs, graduation and retention rates, and the pace at which they earn degrees) came to match those of their multigenerational peers.

Sharples was impressed. He placed another call to Palmer after he had resumed teaching middle schoolers during the regular school year.

鈥淒r. Sharples was very blunt,鈥 Palmer said. 鈥淗e said, 鈥業 need you to quit your job and I need you to come work at Pfeiffer.鈥欌

Palmer鈥檚 response: 鈥淲hat day do I start?鈥

Palmer closed out his stint in teaching and began working full-time at Pfeiffer the following summer as a Learning Assistance Coordinator, a post he鈥檇 hold until 2020, when he became Director of Learning and Academic Success (2020-2022). As Coordinator, he assumed two principal duties: running PREP and overseeing the peer tutoring program at Pfeiffer.

Peer tutoring remains a pillar in the offerings of Student Support and Success. Some 20 students, each certified by the , are paid to assist their peers for between five and seven hours a week. Peer tutors often pursue master鈥檚 degrees or attend professional schools after graduating from Pfeiffer, and tutoring is a way for them to retain material they will need for graduate-level studies.

鈥淲e normally tutor 100 to 125 students a semester,鈥 Palmer said. 鈥淲e have a tutor for nearly every class on campus.鈥

Palmer鈥檚 work with the Student Support and Success Center also helps ensure that a Pfeiffer education remains accessible to students with disabilities or injuries. He ensures the completion of updates to important paperwork needed for foreign students to enter and leave the country legally. And he helps American students arrange study abroad experiences. 鈥淚t鈥檚 the Pfeiffer way for professors to prioritize student needs by offering them extra help after class or mentoring them,鈥 Palmer said. 鈥淪tudent Support and Success builds on that important part of our culture, and I am proud to be a part of that work.鈥

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Falcon Pride On Full Display at the 2026 NCICU Ethics Bowl /falcon-pride-on-full-display-at-the-2026-ncicu-ethics-bowl/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:27:35 +0000 /?p=43567 黑料专区 reached a long鈥慳waited milestone at the 2026 NCICU Ethics Bowl. After years without securing a single round win, this year鈥檚 ethical debate team made program history, winning three of four rounds and finishing just one victory shy of the championship finals.

The 2026 team included seniors Lola Cabaniss鈥慉li 鈥26 and Laurin Rauer 鈥26, junior Ayden Griffin 鈥27, and sophomore Alim Coleman 鈥28. Cabaniss鈥慉li and Rauer were the only returning competitors. The team was sponsored by Dr. Jesse McCartney and his wife, Kay.

The Falcons earned standout wins over High Point University, Livingstone College, and three鈥憈ime champion Queens University of Charlotte before falling in a close match to Barton College. For a program that had never experienced a round victory, beginning the day 3鈥0 was nothing short of extraordinary.

Reflecting on their performance, Rauer said the team arrived with modest expectations after past disappointments.

鈥淲e were quite upset after previous efforts. We arrived with no real expectations鈥攏ot even making it to the semis,鈥 he said.

Cabaniss鈥慉li echoed that sentiment, sharing that her initial goal was simply to win one or two rounds. 鈥淕oing undefeated for most of the day was an incredible feeling,鈥 she said. Coleman added that he never imagined the team would advance so far.

As captain, Cabaniss鈥慉li emphasized the value of the team鈥檚 diverse perspectives. Each member played a distinct role: Rauer opened and closed presentations, Coleman handled the factual analysis, and Griffin added emotional resonance with personal examples. Coleman admitted memorization was challenging at times, but the team鈥檚 support helped him succeed:

鈥淭hey would push me in the right direction, and I鈥檇 be able to figure it out,鈥 he said.

Preparation was rigorous. The team practiced at least three times a week, reviewed each case in depth, and held mock rounds in advance of competition day.

For 15 years, the NCICU Ethics Bowl has challenged students to explore ethical questions tied to pressing societal issues. Students prepare for months, analyzing case studies and building arguments grounded in ethical theory. Unlike a debate, teams may argue the same side of an issue, and they are judged on preparation, clarity, and principled ethical reasoning.

The competition includes four rounds for all teams. Each match is judged by a panel of three volunteers from business, government, and the community, with a moderator ensuring fairness and timing. The four teams with the best records advance to the semifinals, and the winners compete in the final round.

Each team consists of four to six students led by a campus coordinator. Dozens of civic, corporate, nonprofit, and government leaders volunteer annually as judges and moderators.

Beyond competition results, team members said the experience broadened their horizons. Coleman noted how valuable it was to become comfortable with discomfort. Cabaniss鈥慉li highlighted the relationships she formed.

鈥淚t鈥檚 so diverse, and the networking with judges鈥攆rom LinkedIn connections to having dinner in another city with people I never thought I鈥檇 meet鈥攚as incredible,鈥 Cabaniss-Ali said.

Rauer added that speaking with professors, attorneys, and CEOs made the experience particularly meaningful.

The students were especially excited to receive congratulations from Tom West, son of former Pfeiffer president Dr. Cameron West. Now NCICU鈥檚 vice president for government relations and general counsel, West and the students spent time discussing wide鈥憆anging topics from AI to leadership to the future of public policy. Prior to joining NCICU, West was a partner at Poyner Spruill LLP for over 17 years and, prior to that, served North Carolina as an administrative law judge for 11 years.

The Falcons attribute their success to authenticity, honesty and teamwork. By supporting one another and embracing their individual strengths, they found a competitive edge.

Their professionalism also drew praise from Dr. Deborah Burris, Associate Professor of Communication Studies and team advisor.

鈥淚 have never seen four individuals come together so powerfully,鈥 she said, noting their dedication despite demanding schedules.

For a team once hoping simply to win a single round, the 2026 Ethics Bowl marks a turning point. The Falcons didn鈥檛 just show up, they proved they belong at the top.

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黑料专区 Welcomes Physician Assistant Class of 2028 /pfeiffer-university-welcomes-physician-assistant-class-of-2028/ Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:19:55 +0000 /?p=43367 黑料专区 is proud to introduce our most recent Physician Assistant (PA) Class of 2028, a highly accomplished and diverse cohort that reflects the program鈥檚 academic excellence and commitment to preparing compassionate healthcare professionals.

Students enter the program with an average of 3,125 direct patient care hours, acquired through positions including medical assistant, scribe, EMT/paramedic, certified nursing assistant, phlebotomist, patient care technician, and athletic trainer. The cohort also averaged 180 physician assistant shadowing hours.

Students range in age from 22 to 31, with anaverage age of 25. The class is 72% female and 28% maleand includes six first-generation college students. One student is a 黑料专区 graduate.

The cohort reflects both strong in-state representation and national reach. Twenty-three of the 28 students are North Carolina residents, with others coming from California, Florida, Illinois, and Michigan. Twenty students earned undergraduate degrees from North Carolina institutions, and the program received applications from 40 of the 50 U.S. states during the most recent admissions cycle.

Common undergraduate majors include Biology, Health Science, Exercise Science, Biological Sciences, and Psychology, with one student entering the program holding a master鈥檚 degree. Top feeder institutions represented include UNC鈥揅hapel Hill, NC State University, UNC Charlotte, East Carolina University, and UNC Wilmington. UNC Charlotte has historically been the program鈥檚 leading feeder institution.

Caylee Clayton, from Norwood, NC, and a recent graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill, stated, 鈥淚 chose 黑料专区鈥檚 Physician Assistant program for its strong community and excellence in PA education, and I look forward to expanding my clinical knowledge as I grow to become a capable and compassionate provider for my future patients”

鈥淭his class reflects the academic strength, depth of character, clinical readiness, and commitment to service that defines Pfeiffer鈥檚 Physician Assistant Program,鈥 said Dr. Christopher Boe, Dean of the Graduate School. 鈥淲e are proud to welcome these students and look forward to supporting them as they prepare to serve patients in and around the community.鈥 The 黑料专区 Physician Assistant Program is based in Albemarle, NC, at the Center for Health Sciences, and prepares graduates for patient-centered clinical practice through rigorous academics, hands-on training, and a mission-driven approach to healthcare education.

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From Number Cruncher to Strategic Partner: The Evolving Role of Finance Leaders /from-number-cruncher-to-strategic-partner-the-evolving-role-of-finance-leaders/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:06:17 +0000 /?p=42939 There’s a moment in every growing company when the finance function stops being about closing the books on time and starts being about opening doors to the future. Maybe it’s when the CEO turns to the CFO mid-strategy session and asks, “Can we actually afford this expansion?” Or when the board wants to know not just what happened last quarter, but what’s likely to happen next quarter, and why.

The finance leaders thriving in today’s business environment aren’t just technically proficient. They’re strategic advisors who translate numbers into narratives, risks into opportunities, and complexity into clarity. 黑料专区’s MBA in Finance is designed specifically to develop these capabilities – transforming finance professionals from skilled analysts into the strategic partners every organization desperately needs.

The Shift Nobody Warned You About

Traditional finance roles are focused on accuracy, compliance, and control. Get the numbers right. File the reports on time. Don’t let anyone spend money they shouldn’t. Those responsibilities haven’t disappeared, but they’re no longer the full job description.

Today’s finance leaders are expected to forecast market shifts, evaluate strategic alternatives, guide capital allocation, and communicate financial implications to stakeholders who don’t speak the language of balance sheets. This evolution creates a critical gap. Many finance professionals were trained for technical accuracy but not strategic influence. They can reconcile accounts but struggle to articulate why one strategic path creates more shareholder value than another.

The organizations that recognize this gap are actively seeking finance leaders who can do both: maintain technical rigor while driving strategic conversations. This is exactly where Pfeiffer’s program positions you.

What Strategic Finance Leadership Actually Means

Strategic finance isn’t about abandoning technical skills. It’s about applying them in service of broader business objectives. It’s walking into a product development meeting and immediately recognizing that the proposed feature roadmap will push breakeven six months further out than the company can sustain. It’s reviewing a potential partnership and calculating not just the obvious revenue implications, but the working capital impact, the operational leverage, and the effect on key financial ratios that matter to lenders and investors.

Through Pfeiffer’s curriculum鈥攊ncluding Managerial Finance, Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation, and Capital Markets and Investing鈥 you’ll develop exactly this kind of strategic thinking. You’ll learn to build forecasts that withstand scrutiny, spot red flags in due diligence, and evaluate capital structure decisions with confidence.

Traditional Foundations Meet Emerging Frontiers

What makes Pfeiffer’s MBA in Finance distinctive is its dual focus on fundamental finance excellence and preparation for the industry’s future. You’ll master the core competencies every finance leader needs: valuation techniques, capital budgeting, risk analysis, and portfolio theory. But you’ll also explore what’s next through the Frontiers of Finance course, covering blockchain, cryptocurrency, and decentralized finance.

This combination matters because finance leaders can’t afford to be stuck in yesterday’s frameworks. Whether you’re evaluating a traditional acquisition or assessing a FinTech partnership, you need both timeless financial principles and awareness of how technology is reshaping the landscape. The program requires no advanced finance background, making it accessible to professionals across industries who want to lead with financial fluency.

The Competitive Advantage

Finance is no longer a back-office function focused purely on record-keeping. It’s a strategic capability that drives competitive advantage when led by professionals who can bridge financial rigor and business strategy. Organizations need finance leaders who can do more than count the score. They need leaders who can help set the strategy, evaluate the opportunities, assess the risks, and communicate the path forward.

Ready to become the strategic finance leader your organization needs?

黑料专区’s MBA in Finance prepares you to lead with precision, strategy, and insight. Learn more and apply by clicking the button below.

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黑料专区 Announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List /pfeiffer-university-announces-fall-2025-deans-list/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:41:44 +0000 /?p=42931 The Dean’s List is determined by a GPA of 3.5 or higher for the semester with at least 12 semester hours of credits. For questions, contact the registrar鈥檚 office at registrar@pfeiffer.edu

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KemerCalebRockledgeFL
RochaJacobSt PetersburgFL
CouickBraelynAlbemarleNC
MorganFreddieAlbemarleNC
CooperCharlyBullockNC
EdwardsGabrielaCatawbaNC
BrandleJackCharlotteNC
DozierJahariCharlotteNC
SafritSamuelChina GroveNC
BurleighSophieConcordNC
McManusHaleyConcordNC
BrandonLorettaDurhamNC
PageKirstynKingNC
FeltsMicahLowgapNC
GamaGabrielaMatthewsNC
HelmsAutumnNew LondonNC
HuntChanceNorwoodNC
LowderTierraRockwellNC
VanSlykeTriciaSalisburyNC
SmithJocelynStarNC
Cabaniss-AliLolaMint HillNC
CantiniNiccoloCapannori (LU)FC
CantiniTommasoCapannori (LU)FC
WoodRobertDallasNC
CrumpReeceNorwoodNC
JohnsonJoshuaRaleighNC
HoneycuttRyleeClintonNC
MartinSaraConcordNC
BlevinsJakeSalisburyNC
BrownAndrewMetarieLA
HelmsSawyerConcordNC
LaFaveEmmaJacksonvilleNC
LailBriannaDentonNC
LaneyKennedyAlbemarleNC
LentzKatelynSalisburyNC
Parra-CorderoMiaSalisburyNC
ReeseJacksonBlufftonSC
Cabrera PenaJuanYorkSC
CalvinBrianaGastoniaNC
CooperKadeNew LondonNC
RiedelEmmaAlbemarleNC
VinsonNeelySalisburyNC
BlankenshipMadisonAsheboroNC
HendersonThomasGreensboroNC
PotterMicahJacksonvilleNC
HarrelsonJoelyLexingtonNC
BaucomOnaleseAlbemarleNC
DrakeAlysonConcordNC
CaldwellJamesPelzerSC
FairclothSavannahAlbemarleNC
ColieKristenLa GrangeNC
AlmondMichaelNew LondonNC
TaylorJadelynCloverSC
HenkelJacobAdaMI
WhiteheadCarsonRamseurNC
McCarthyKayleeStaffordVA
SchneiderAnnikaStanfieldNC
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From Global Disruption to Opportunity: How Supply Chain Careers Are Evolving /from-global-disruption-to-opportunity-how-supply-chain-careers-are-evolving/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:35:50 +0000 /?p=42928 You’ve probably noticed when your online order arrives faster than expected, or maybe you’ve wondered why certain products were suddenly out of stock. You might have heard stories about ships stuck in canals or seen news about companies reshaping how they source materials. If so, you’re witnessing one of the biggest transformations happening in business right now.

While you’ve been tracking packages and clicking “add to cart,” companies worldwide have been reimagining how products move from factories to doorsteps. The pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in global supply chains that many didn’t know existed. Now, every industry is searching for professionals who can navigate this new landscape. At 黑料专区, students are building the exact skills companies need – combining strategic thinking with hands-on technology experience to step into careers that are more dynamic, essential, and in-demand than ever before.

Why Supply Chain Careers Are Taking Off

Supply chain roles are no longer just about moving boxes from point A to point B. They’re about solving complex global puzzles that involve technology, sustainability, risk management, and strategic thinking. Companies that once saw supply chain as a behind-the-scenes function now recognize it as a competitive advantage.

Modern supply chains require professionals who can analyze data to predict disruptions, leverage AI to optimize routes, balance cost with sustainability, and adapt quickly when the unexpected happens. This visibility has transformed supply chain management from a specialized function into a strategic priority across industries.

Where Supply Chain Expertise Shows Up

We’re seeing supply chain professionals reshape how entire industries operate:

Healthcare organizations are rethinking how they deliver care. Hospitals use advanced analytics to ensure critical medications and equipment arrive exactly when needed, making supply chain managers the difference between having life-saving resources available or running short.

Retail companies are revolutionizing customer experience. Major brands use real-time data and AI-powered forecasting to design the systems that make same-day delivery possible while ensuring sustainability commitments translate into real-world practices.

Manufacturing firms are building resilience. Companies are creating flexible networks that can pivot when disruptions occur, with supply chain analysts mapping scenarios and developing backup plans that keep production running through challenges.

Technology companies are pushing innovation forward. From autonomous delivery vehicles to blockchain-tracked shipments, supply chain professionals determine which innovations actually solve problems.

This evolution mirrors what makes a liberal arts education valuable. When you can think critically across disciplines, understand complex systems, and adapt to change, you’re helping to create industry trends rather than just following them.

What You’ll Learn

Pfeiffer’s Supply Chain Management program focuses on building skills that matter in the real world. Through a partnership with Rize Education, you’ll access cutting-edge curriculum and nationwide experts while maintaining the personalized support of a small college environment.

You’ll develop strategic thinking to see the big picture and design systems that balance competing priorities like speed, cost, quality, and sustainability. You’ll gain technology fluency with analytics tools and learn how AI and automation are transforming logistics. You’ll build a global perspective to navigate international trade and work effectively with diverse teams. And you’ll master communication skills to translate complex operational challenges into clear business language. The program emphasizes both the technical skills employers need and the critical thinking that sets great professionals apart. You’ll learn global logistics and operations, gain hands-on experience with AI and automation tools, and tackle real-world business challenges through case studies and projects.

The Pfeiffer Advantage

Small colleges like Pfeiffer offer something larger institutions can’t easily replicate: the chance to explore supply chain management where faculty know your name and your goals. The program’s flexible structure, including online courses, means you can fit education into your life while building practical expertise.

By graduation, you’ll have solved real problems, worked with industry-standard tools, and developed the strategic thinking that makes you valuable from day one. You’ll understand how global commerce really works, know how to leverage technology to solve complex challenges, and have the versatility to work in virtually any industry.

Your Opportunity Is Now

Students across interests are discovering how supply chain management offers both stability and constant evolution. Those interested in technology are finding ways to apply innovation to logistics challenges. Those passionate about sustainability are learning to build ethical, environmentally responsible supply chains.

The world runs on supply chains, and the professionals who understand them will always find opportunities. Whether your interest is in data and analytics, building efficient systems, or creating sustainable business practices, supply chain management offers a foundation that grows with you.

Ready to explore where supply chain management can take you? Discover 黑料专区’s Supply Chain Management program and learn how the skills you build today can launch a career that keeps pace with how the world does business.

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