COB Newsletter
COB Banking Student Secures Role at American National Bank of Texas
Colton Smith, a student in the BBA in Banking program, has accepted a Financial Associate position with American National Bank of Texas while continuing his studies.
NABA Students Shine at Deloitte Green Tank Challenge
Three East Texas A&M University students earned top honors after competing in the Deloitte Green Tank Challenge.
ETAMU Students Turn Data into Real-World Solutions at Alteryx Datathon
Students from across East Texas A&M University applied their analytical skills to real-world challenges during this fall’s Alteryx Datathon
Venkatesh Mukeri Turns Persistence into a Data Engineering Role at EXL
Venkatesh Mukeri, who began his studies at East Texas A&M University in January 2024 and graduated in July 2025, has joined EXL as a Consultant II — Data Engineer supporting a leading healthcare client, CVS.
Transforming Lives Through Leadership: Edwin “Zack” Bernal’s Path of Purpose and Perseverance
At East Texas A&M University, the mission to transform lives is more than words — it’s reflected in students like Edwin "Zack" Bernal, whose record of leadership, service, and entrepreneurship demonstrates how education fuels impact far beyond the classroom.
Dedication Rewarded: Alumna Quyen Gaete Achieves CPA Milestone
Five years after earning both her undergraduate and graduate degrees in Accounting from the College of Business, she recently obtained her Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License, making her journey stand out as a testament to hard work, perseverance, and the power of mentorship.
Serving Up Success: Gracie Campbell on Leadership, Balance, and Finding Purpose at the College of Business
Transferring to the College of Business at East Texas A&M University in spring 2024 marked the start of a new chapter for Gracie Campbell — one that allowed her to challenge herself both academically and athletically.
Running Toward Success: Cece Charles’ ETAMU Journey
A Business Administration student and a committed member of the track team, Cece Charles has found an environment where she can excel both in the classroom and on the track
Balancing Business and Birdies: Nicke Kaajavirta’s ETAMU Journey
Trading the greens of Finland for the fairways of Texas in 2024, Nicke Kaajavirta found the perfect place to grow as both a student and an athlete at East Texas A&M University.
From Small Business Roots to Corporate Strategy: Daisy Perez Makes Her Mark at AT&T
Daisy Perez, a marketing student in the College of Business at East Texas A&M University, recently completed the competitive 2025 Summer Marketing Growth Organization Internship with AT&T.
Building a Career in Banking: Jack Davis’s Journey from Baseball to Banking
Jack Davis’s journey at East Texas A&M University set the stage for the hands-on experience he’s now gaining through his Summer Internship with Legacy Ag ACA.
ETAMU Accounting Student Lands PwC Tax Internship
Michelle Reyna’s accounting journey at East Texas A&M University has taken her from early inspiration in high school to a coveted Summer 2025 Tax Internship at PwC.
Accounting Senior Wins $15,000 PCAOB Scholarship and Lands Internship at Grant Thornton
East Texas A&M University accounting senior Kay-Marie James has been named a 2025–2026 Public Company Accounting Oversight Board Scholar, earning a prestigious $15,000 scholarship from the board.
Supply Chain Management Student Lands Fastenal Internship, Shares Keys to Success for Fellow Lions
Tyjuan Hughey, a Supply Chain Management student at East Texas A&M University with an expected graduation in May 2026, has earned a place in Fastenal’s prestigious Internship Program following a standout seven-month tenure at the company’s top-performing TXSUP branch.
NABA Chapter Inspires Future Business Leaders at Annual National Convention in Las Vegas
Six members of the East Texas A&M University NABA chapter–two recent May 2025 graduates and four continuing students–returned uplifted from the 2025 NABA National Convention in Las Vegas
Alumnus Aditya Kumar Thota Secures Senior Data Role at Capital One
Alum Aditya Kumar Thota recently stepped into the role of Senior Data Process Manager at Capital One’s Integrated Workforce Reporting division.
Lion Alumna Featured in Dallas Observer for Former Athlete Advocacy
The Dallas Observer newspaper recently published a profile on East Texas A&M University alumna Acheil Tac.
Beta Alpha Psi Honors Founding Advisor Dr. Bobby Carmichael and Celebrates New Foundation Gift
The College of Business at East Texas A&M University recently welcomed back Dr. Bobby Carmichael, Professor Emeritus of Accounting, for a special visit in April, 2025.
Annual Lions Innovation Showcase Promotes Student Ingenuity and Real-World Impact
The College of Business at East Texas A&M University reaffirmed its commitment to transforming lives and fueling innovation during the recent Lions Innovation Showcase, a dynamic event that brought together student entrepreneurs for an inspiring exchange of ideas.
Have You ‘Meta’?: How Bhavana Puttaswamy Turned Data Passion into Global Impact
From mastering complex analytics to powering one of the world’s largest social networks, Bhavana Chickmagluru Puttaswamy, a May 2023 graduate of the Master of Science in Business Analytics program at East Texas A&M University, is a remarkable example of how the College of Business equips students to make an impact at the highest levels of tech.