2021 Beta Gamma Sigma Induction Ceremony

On Friday April 30, 2021, SOM had the great privilege of honoring our Beta Gamma Sigma Inductees for 2021 with our second all-virtual ceremony.

Beta Gamma Sigma is a national honor society recognizing the highest scholastic honor a student can achieve in business administration at a university accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. To be eligible for membership in this distinguished organization, a student must rank in the top of their class.

      • Top 10 percent of the Junior class
      • Top 10 percent of the Senior class
      • Top 20 percent of MBA students

 

 

charlie sparks with fish
Dr. Charlie Sparks enjoying his time fishing out on the ocean in Alaska.

Hear from BGS President Dr. H. Charlie Sparks

What led you to the role of BGS president?

“I jumped at the chance to serve as our chapter’s BGS president because it is a fantastic organization. Every spring, I get to lead the ceremony to induct our new members.

I believe strongly in the principles and values required by BGS membership. It is an honor to welcome new members into our school’s honor society. It is an exclusive organization which offers membership to just the top students in their class.”

What does being a BGS member mean to you? 

“Membership in BGS means that every day you respect and honor the values that BGS embodies. I bring integrity and earnestness to every interaction with colleagues and others. It provides me with a clear mind and conscience. I believe in leading by example. BGS sets an ideal for behavior not just in business but also everyday life. At times, following the principles can be difficult, but in the long run you will avoid situations where you might be tempted to compromise, and it gives you the strength to make the right decision when you find yourself in ethical dilemmas.”

What advice do you have for new inductees? 

“My advice to new inductees is, carefully consider the BGS oath. Following each of the honor society precepts will make you a better person and a better leader.”

Congratulations to all our 2021 BGS Inductees!

Junior
Angel Buchanan
Janeen Culbertson
Filip Fornaa Svensson
Didrik Henbrant
Jenifer Garcia
Robert Kalkis
Markuss Komuls
Catie Lynn
Aaron Nouchi
Alex Reber
Shayna Smith
Eric Yancey

Senior
Alexandria Coraballo
John Carlson
Nicholas Gebhart
Will Hartman
Kendra Harvey
Hannah Francine Hofschneider
Brian Jackson
Heather Jensen
Nate Lammers
Samantha Miranda
Jordan Mussillo
Rita Pang
Nathaniel Swartz  

MBA
Hayley Cyr
Amber Lenard
Cedar Cussins
Zachary Bryan
Krista Lord
Josh Van Horn
Tamira Tocktoo Austin
Eric Lespin