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Donald E. Gibson, Ph.D.
Dean and Professor
Saint Mary's College - School of Economics & Business Administration

 

Welcome to the School of Economics and Business Administration

What do you want to be?

The highly competitive, globally-oriented, tech-savvy business world seeks energized, knowledgeable, inspired undergraduates with rock solid ethics to be the business leaders of the future. This is who we'd like to help you become during your time at the School of Economics & Business Administration, fondly known as SEBA. Whether you see yourself as an entrepreneur, a data analyst, an accountant, an international business executive, a marketing professional, or an expert in the world of finance, we can help take you there. 

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What do you want to be?
The competitive, globally connected business world demands ethical, inspired, and knowledgeable leaders. At the School of Economics & Business Administration (SEBA), we’re dedicated to helping you become one. Whether you aspire to be an entrepreneur, data scientist, fintech expert, international strategist, digital marketing professional, or sustainability consultant, we provide the tools, knowledge, and support to help you achieve your goals and thrive as a leader of tomorrow.

 

How do we achieve this?
We achieve this through our exceptional faculty. They combine cutting-edge research with real-world business experience to deliver a world-class curriculum tailored to your future profession. In our active learning environment, you’ll tackle real organizational challenges through case studies, simulations, and insights from leading guest speakers. With class sizes averaging under 25 students, our faculty provide personalized attention through mentoring and advising, helping you explore your ideas, address concerns, and refine your career aspirations.

 

Who do you want to become?
At the School of Economics and Business Administration, we provide diverse opportunities and the support to help you define your path and achieve your goals. Rooted in Lasallian traditions, we emphasize rigorous education, ethical leadership, a commitment to justice, and the transformative power of self-reflection. Since 1863, we’ve been "Shaping Leaders Worth Following."

 

Meet Our Team

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Berna Aksu
Associate Dean

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Kathy Warren
Executive Director of Finance and Administration

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Jacqueline Gronert
Senior Executive Assistant to the Dean

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Dan Avina
Director of Marketing

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Steve Hernandez
Director, Graduate Career Services

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Rich Bechtel
Executive in Residence, Graduate Career Services

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Vanessa Vandiver
Director, Graduate Admissions

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Tiffany Cerruti
Assistant Director, Graduate Admissions

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Erinn Corzett
Associate Director, Academic Services 

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Shane McCarthy
Academic Services Manager

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Katherine Gandy
Assistant Director of Professional Development and External Relations

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Ava Isola
Graduate Program Coordinator

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Mariella Crudele
Undergraduate Program Coordinator