Robert J. Trulaske, Sr. College of Business

The Trulaske College of Business celebrated its most recent graduates at its spring 2023 commencement ceremony. Held on the evening of May 12, in Mizzou Arena, the ceremony provided more than 800 undergraduate business students with an opportunity to be recognized for their academic achievements. Students receiving master’s and doctoral degrees from the college were recognized during MU Graduate School ceremonies in Mizzou Arena earlier that day.

by Kylie Groh These three students, united by their humble but “go-get-em” attitudes, have etched their names into the list of spring Trulaske graduates. We are proud of their accomplishments and unique stories.

Zeph France enrolled at the Trulaske College of Business with the goal of further building the brand he created in high school as a rapper and music producer. He still has that goal, but thanks to his experience in Trulaske, there’s a twist. Through coursework and extracurricular activities, France realized that he wanted to be able to gain skills that apply directly to leadership.

By Elleyna Rudman With drive, creativity and commitment, Trulaske senior Jordan Walters sets herself apart from her peers and goes the extra mile to make a difference in her community. As a natural leader who thrives academically, Walters is also heavily involved in various organizations across campus. Her significant impact has made her one of the most outstanding students in her class.

Story courtesy of Show Me Mizzou By Marcus Wilkins Tyler Hagan doesn’t wait for opportunities to come to him — he seeks them out. As a friendly, ambitious and optimistic freshman from Chesterfield, Missouri, he started at the University of Missouri not knowing exactly which academic path to pursue. He immediately joined the fraternity Beta Theta Pi, started making lifelong friends and volunteered around campus and Columbia.

Sixteen MU and Trulaske College of Business students interning with the MU International Trade Center shared findings from the semester-long global market research projects on April 27 and 28 with four Missouri and Illinois companies, each seeking to expand their sales internationally.

By Maria Miller Yore MU’s December 2022 commencement ceremonies saw nearly 2,000 students graduate as Tigers. Many of their degrees were, at least partially, impacted by the “COVID years.” Their classes and ways of life were not what college students typically experienced in years prior. As the university and its educators adapted to the changing circumstances, many students found themselves in a hybrid learning environment that combined both in-person and online classes—a model that has now become a widely accepted and established part of the educational landscape.

On Friday, April 21, the Trulaske College of Business recognized excellence among alumni and students at its annual Honors Luncheon event. Held in Memorial Union on the MU campus, the gathering showcased excellence in leadership, student involvement and service to the college. Faculty and staff who were honored at the Celebration of Success event were recognized in the luncheon’s program.

By Elleyna Rudman A business-minded team For the first time in program history, the University of Missouri's club hockey team has qualified for the Division III American Collegiate Hockey Association national championship in Boston, Massachusetts. The Tigers soared to the Northeast hot off a 13-game win streak, an eighth place national ranking and a recent regional title. To ensure success, the team worked diligently to build a positive culture and an efficient organization that encompassed the core values of dedication and teamwork.

On April 14, the School of Accountancy hosted “Tipper X” – an insider trading informant for the FBI in 2008 and 2009 – as part of its Dawdy Speaker Series. The man known as Tipper X, Tom Hardin, told his story clearly and compellingly to members of the Trulaske community in a full Bush Auditorium. Throughout his talk, he discussed the ethics lessons he learned after being caught for insider trading.