Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36S P R I N G 2 0 1 7 7 Student Paper Competition for the Southeast Decision Sciences Institute. • The ENACTUS team raised over $190,000, built their own Skills Success Center in a low- income housing development. They staff the Center after school four days a week to mentor and tutor at-risk children. Teachers report a demonstrated increase in science and math performance. • Beta Alpha Psi was recognized as a “Gold Chapter” in 2013 and 2014, the highest achievement in Beta Alpha Psi, and obtained by approximately 3% of all chapters. • The Institute of Management Accountants Student Chapter was recognized as an Outstanding Student Chapter and was one of only three chapters nationwide to receive the Award for Excellence. • The Institute for Health Improvement (IHI), student organization in healthcare administration, partnered with South Georgia Partnership for Health (SGPH) to help raise over $12,000 for a medical/dental clinic that provides free care to the working uninsured. The IHI was awarded the 2015-2016 VSU Community Service Project of the Year. • Marketing research students have created over 60 marketing plans with regional businesses during the past five years. Many of these plans have been implemented and have made a significant impact in sales. Alumni Success. Many Langdale College alumni have achieved distinction in their careers. Stuart Parker is the CEO of USAA, one of America’s leading financial companies serving military families since 1922. USAA offers a comprehensive range of financial services and planning. Patrick Faber recently was elected the Deputy Prime Minister of Belize. Downing Barber, entrepreneur, founded Barberito’s restaurant chain and has more than 50 locations. Gary Slayton is the International Marketing Director for ASICS, a major athletic gear international company. Langdale Lecture Series. The series brings notable business/industry/ social speakers to students and the community at large. Dr. Ben Carson, author of “Gifted Hands”, relayed his inspirational story to more than 1,000 attendees. Funds raised from this event ($10,000) were given to the Valdosta Early College Academy to aid at-risk children with their educational pursuits. Stuart Parker, CEO of USAA, stressed the importance of ethical behavior and integrity in the workplace. Engagement, Innovation, & Impact S P R I N G 2 0 1 7 7