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Dean's Alumni Series
The Quinlan School of Business hosts an annual alumni event series, featuring opportunities to connect, to be inspired, and to cheer on our men's basketball team.
Tap into the strong Quinlan alumni network and be inspired at the Dean's Alumni Series!
Our in-person events are currently postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but we are moving forward with virtual events to connect the Quinlan community. Our annual series includes:
Quinlan Summer Tasting
Each summer, we celebrate the warm weather with good food and fellow alumni.
Quinlan Night at Loyola Men's Basketball Game
Once a year, Quinlan alumni gather to cheer on Loyola's men's basketball team and network with fellow alumni.
Q Talks: Live
Twice a year, we host an inspiring evening of big ideas, unique insights, and powerful networking. Recent speakers have included:
Spring 2022
- Alumna Melissa Ballate on "At the Heart of Change"
- Prof. Cedric Dawkins on navigating the divestment-engagement paradox
- Prof. Joel Han on neighborhood disparities
Fall 2021
- Prof. Katie Alexander on the impact of insubordination in the workplace
- Prof. April Lane Schuster on how innovation can help us build a better world
- Alumna Myla Skinner on the Great Resignation as opportunity for realignment
Spring 2020
- Prof. Carolyn Tang Kmet and Wade Tonkin on online affiliate marketing
- Prof. Michael Hewitt and alumnus Hussam Bachour on fixing the healthcare supply chain
- Prof. Abol Jalilvand and Prof. Brian Abrams on policy, economics, and the k-shaped recovery
