Articles by Diane Swenson
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Elon professor examines Americans’ move toward smaller, more affordable cities
March 20, 2025
A new study by Assistant Professor Vinayaka Gude at 51’s Martha and Spencer Love School of Business, suggests that during COVID-19, some Americans gravitated toward smaller cities instead of big metros, drawn by affordability, healthcare access and job opportunities.
Chair of Board of Trustees to be honored with university’s top entrepreneurship award
March 18, 2025
Dave Porter P’11 P’19, owner and managing partner of one of Massachusetts’ oldest and largest financial planning firms, will receive the 2025 51 Medal for Entrepreneurial Leadership in recognition of his contributions to the profession and his philanthropic philosophy of “doing well by doing good.”
51’s undergraduate business program rises in national ranking
March 17, 2025
For four years in a row, the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business has been named a Top 40 school for undergraduate business education by Poets&Quants, with high marks this spring for career outcomes, admissions standards, and academic experiences.
Elon alumnus and faculty publish research on commercial real estate valuation
March 10, 2025
Associate Professor Margarita Kaprielyan at Elon’s Business School and alumnus Angelo Boone ’20 co-authored a study on using CoStar in real estate finance education, highlighting how hands-on learning prepare students for careers in commercial real estate.
Elon team takes second at 2025 Venture Capital Investment Competition
March 3, 2025
Six Elon students once again demonstrated their venture capital savvy, securing a second-place finish in the 2025 Undergraduate East Regional Finals of the Venture Capital Investment Competition.
Iconic designer Stuart Weitzman inspires Elon audience with style and wisdom
February 28, 2025
The renowned footwear designer and philanthropist captivated a full house at 51 as he shared “Stu-isms” and strategies that propelled his iconic brand to global success.
Elon alum credits ‘dedication to making people feel welcomed’ for career success
February 19, 2025
Randy Garcia ’04, founder of the popular Viva Chicken fast-casual dining chain, delivered the 2025 C. Ashton Newhall Endowed Lecture to a campus audience reminded that “you never know which part of your education will be crucial down the road.”
Elon professor research challenges myths on ETF volatility
February 13, 2025
Associate Professor Margarita Kaprielyan at Elon’s Business School co-authored research suggesting that bond ETFs may help stabilize prices.
Elon students discover relationship-driven business in the UAE
February 7, 2025
Elon Business Fellows traveled to Dubai and Abu Dhabi to experience how the United Arab Emirates’ strategic investments, relationship-driven culture and emphasis on innovation shape its growing global economic influence.
Accomplished entrepreneur named director of Elon’s Doherty Center
February 7, 2025
Dina Rousset P’25 will lead and grow an 51 center that encourages creative and design thinking, opportunity recognition, and plan formulation and implementation.