Business

portrait of Ken Colwell beside a photo of the front entrance of Kepner Hall

New Business Dean Ken Colwell: ‘We Stack Up’

September 5, 2023 — Since Ken Colwell, Ph.D., took the leadership reins as dean of the Monfort College of Business July 1, the veteran dean has been listening and learning while shaping his vision for the college of business and where he wants to take it.

Front entrance of UNC's Monfort College of Business.

Monfort College of Business Earns Re-Accreditation

July 31, 2023 — University of Northern Colorado’s Monfort College of Business (MCB) was recently reaccredited in business and accounting by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) programs, underscoring the college’s outstanding leadership, faculty, curriculum and students.

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New Entrepreneurship Certificate Expands the World of Business to Nonbusiness Majors

June 21, 2023 — Entrepreneurship classes are not just for business students anymore. The University of Northern Colorado’s Monfort College of Business (MCB) is launching a new Entrepreneurship certificate in fall 2023 designed for all students with an interest in developing and managing their own business.

Ken Colwell, Dean Monfort College of Business

UNC Selects New Dean for Monfort College of Business

March 29, 2023 — The University of Northern Colorado announced the selection of Ken Colwell, Ph.D., as the next dean of the Kenneth W. Monfort College of Business. He will begin his new role July 1, 2023.

Students sitting inside college building talking to faculty member

Colorado Housing and Finance Authority Builds the Future through Scholarship Support at UNC

February 8, 2023 — The University of Northern Colorado (UNC) was recently named one of seven Colorado universities that will receive $10,000 annually from 2023 to 2032 through the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority’s (CHFA) Building the Future scholarship fund.

UNC’s Entrepreneurial Challenge Helps Student Back Eco-Friendly Fashion in Thrifty Way

October 26, 2022 — Kennedy Dechant, a sophomore Environmental and Sustainability Studies major at the University of Northern Colorado, never imagined that she would one day be running her own business. Now the owner of the online thrift store, Eclecticism, her business began as a website she created for her web design class in high school.

UNC’s Accounting Department Moves to Top in State and Global Rankings

March 21, 2022 — The Accounting and Computer Information Systems (CIS) Department at the University of Northern Colorado’s Monfort College of Business (MCB) has been ranked as the number one program in the world for experimental research in Accounting Information Systems (AIS). The top recognition, from among more than 630 universities measured, comes from the annual Brigham Young University Accounting rankings.

Finalists Announced for the 2022 Monfort College of Business Entrepreneurial Challenge

February 16, 2022 — The Monfort College of Business (MCB) at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) has announced the finalists in both the Collegiate and Open Divisions for the 2022 Entrepreneurial Challenge. Each finalist will present their business concept to a panel of experts, get actionable advice on how to move their business ideas to the next level and compete for a share of $25,000 in prize money.

UNC Faculty Members Daniel Brannon, Ph.D., and Moe Manshad, Ph.D.

UNC Faculty Members Using Advanced Technology to Explore Consumer's Willingness to Spend Online

September 30, 2021 — It’s an easy habit to fall into. While watching TV or folding laundry, it’s almost second nature for many to pick up their phone, browse a retail site and before they know it, they’ve clicked ‘purchase’ multiple times. This became especially popular during the beginning of the pandemic when many were staying at home. Though online shopping is convenient, it can also be costly.

Business Students Place First in Daniels Fund Ethics Initiatives Collegiate Program Case Competition

April 29, 2021 — On Friday, April 16, four undergraduate students from the UNC Monfort College of Business earned first place honors at the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative’s ninth annual Collegiate Program Case Competition.

2021 Entrepreneurial Challenge Winners Announced

February 25, 2021 — UNC's Monfort College of Business has announced the winners of the 2021 Entrepreneurial Challenge: four Open Division participants and three Collegiate Division participants presented their pitches in the finals on Feb. 24.

Finalists Announced for 2021 Entrepreneurial Challenge

February 11, 2021 — The Monfort College of Business at UNC has announced the finalists for the 2021 Entrepreneurial Challenge who will present their business concept to a panel of experts on Tuesday, Feb. 24.

Semifinalists Announced for the 2021 Entrepreneurial Challenge

February 4, 2021 — The Monfort College of Business at UNC has announced the semifinalists for the 2021 Entrepreneurial Challenge.

Monfort College of Business' Entrepreneurship Challenge Applications Open, Oct. 5

October 1, 2020 — Applications open Oct. 5 for the 2021 Open, Greeley and Collegiate Divisions of the University of Northern Colorado Monfort College of Business (MCB) Entrepreneurial Challenge.

Pivoting to Fulfill Needs: Inside a Weld Manufacturing Plant

May 8, 2020 — Packaging medical supplies has become the priority for UNC graduate and Mountain States Plastics owner Scot Gagnon as supplier’s race to meet healthcare demands. Gagnon and his global company in Johnstown routinely manufacture customized protective bags for the medical industry, but they are “swamped up to their eyeballs” as they package a steady stream of face shield bags and plastic sheeting for hospital gowns.

Riding the Rollercoaster

May 8, 2020 — As the stock market went through its acrobatic reactions to the Coronavirus, students in UNC’s SAFF Class took the volatile ride in stride – and gained real world experience in the midst of a financial crisis.

Toilet paper being made at manufacturing plant

How Supply Chains are Being Impacted by Coronavirus

March 30, 2020 — The coronavirus (COVID-19) has uncovered numerous flaws in supply chains, according to Mike Loughrin, an adjunct professor in the online Master of Business Administration program at UNC.

Graphic of coronavirus and stock markets

UNC Expert: Slowing Spread of Coronavirus Will Help Rebound Financial Markets

March 26, 2020 — The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is creating a different set of challenges for financial markets, and making future events incalculable, according to Joe French, a professor of Finance at UNC.

Coronavirus Panic Buying Follows Marketing Theories

March 24, 2020 — Daniel Brannon, an assistant professor at UNC, discussing the coronavirus and its influence on consumer behavior and marketing theories.

Students: How to Stay Sane and Grow Your Personal Brand on Social Media

March 24, 2020 — As the U.S. and other countries respond to the virus outbreak with recommendations for social distancing, and universities close their doors for the rest of the semester, Marketing Professor Denny McCorkle has some suggestions for how students can stay connected without getting drawn into the negative social media.

Monfort College of Business Awarded Five-Year, $1.25 Million Grant for Ethics Education

March 4, 2020 — The Daniels Fund recently awarded the Monfort College of Business at UNC a five-year grant totaling $1.25 million for ethics education at the university. This is the third, five-year grant that the college has received from the Daniels Fund since 2010.

Finalists Announced: Monfort College of Business Entrepreneurial Challenge

February 14, 2020 — Four finalists from the Open Division have been selected to compete in the finals of the 11th annual Monfort College of Business Entrepreneurial Challenge at UNC. A panel of experts with diverse backgrounds and skills evaluated the competitors’ business plans and presentations.

Semifinalists Announced for Monfort College of Business Entrepreneurial Challenge

February 3, 2020 — Eight semifinalists have been announced for the 11th annual Monfort College of Business Entrepreneurial Challenge at UNC. The semi-finalists represent healthcare, education, sports and other industries and will present their business concepts Wednesday, Feb. 12, at the UNC University Center.

UNC Names New Business Dean

January 8, 2020 — The University of Northern Colorado today announced that Dr. SherRhonda “Sher” Gibbs will become the next dean of the Kenneth W. Monfort College of Business.

Student and faculty members of the 2019-20 UNC Ethics Bowl teams

UNC Team Qualifies for National Ethics Bowl Competition

November 18, 2019 — On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative sponsored UNC in hosting the Rocky Mountain Regional Ethics Bowl where 10 teams from seven schools competed in an all-day ethics competition.

MCB Dean Paul Bobrowski (right) and Blake Craig of Laborjack (left), one of the finalists from the April 2019 Entrepreneurial Challenge.

Monfort College of Business Entrepreneurship Challenge is Now Open

October 7, 2019 — The University of Northern Colorado’s Monfort College of Business Entrepreneurial Challenge is accepting applications for its Open and Collegiate Divisions Competition.

Taking Care of Business: New Course Provides a Taste of the Business World to First Year Students

October 2, 2019 — There’s a new energy in Kepner Hall this fall – an energy faculty and staff in the Kenneth W. Monfort College of Business attribute to an influx of freshman in the building. That’s because for the first time in many years, the Monfort College of Business is offering a first-year seminar in an effort to boost student success.

UNC Students Attend Marketing Conference in Boston

September 19, 2019 — Nine students from the University of Northern Colorado’s Monfort College of Business were selected by their faculty to attend a recent marketing conference in Boston.

Professional Attire Closet with Melissa Hoffman

UNC Students Can Borrow Professional Attire at No Cost

May 16, 2019 — Starting this fall, University of Northern Colorado students will be able to dress for success for free thanks to a new clothing lending program.

The Ad Campaigns class for the 2019 District 12 American Advertising Federation’s annual National Student Advertising Competition.

UNC Students Take Second at Regional Ad Competition

May 7, 2019 — A UNC advertising class placed second at the District 12 American Advertising Federation’s annual National Student Advertising Competition held at the University of Colorado Boulder on April 27.

Students who attended the ethics competition

Business Students Victorious at International Business Ethics and Sustainability Case Competition

April 22, 2019 — Four students from the University of Northern Colorado’s Monfort College of Business took first in two categories at the International Business Ethics and Sustainability Case Competition held April 10-12 at Loyola Marymount University in California.

The students who competed in the business competition in Brussels.

UNC Seniors Compete in International Business Competition

April 1, 2019 — The University of Northern Colorado’s Monfort College of Business sent six seniors to the Solvay Business Games Competition held in Brussels, Belgium, in early March.

The eight students who attended the NRF conference in January 2019.

UNC Business Students Attend Renowned Retail Conference in New York City

March 7, 2019 — Eight students from UNC’s Monfort College of Business said they gained a better appreciation for the retail industry by participating in the student program of the 2019 National Retail Federation Conference in New York City.

Monfort College of Business to Kick Off 50th Anniversary with Reception Sept. 6

August 29, 2018 —

UNC Students Earn First Place in International Business Ethics Case Competition

April 24, 2018 —

UNC Class Startup Takes Third Place in State Competition

March 29, 2018 — A University of Northern Colorado student presentation of a startup business created as part of a Monfort College of Business class at the University of Northern Colorado resulted in a third- place finish in the 2018 University Startup Challenge on March 20 at the University of Denver.

Students Earn Dean's Citation for Excellence for Fall Semester

February 27, 2018 — Over 200 students earned the Dean's Citation for Academic Excellence in the Monfort College of Business at the University of Northern Colorado for the 2017 spring semester. To qualify for the citation, business majors must attain a grade point average of at least 3.50 for the semester.

Kepner Hall, Monfort College of Business

MCB to Launch Fully Online MBA Program

February 23, 2018 — The University of Northern Colorado has selected Academic Partnerships (AP), a leading comprehensive online service provider, to expand access to the Monfort College of Business’s Masters of Business Administration (MBA) program

Finalists Announced in UNC Entrepreneurial Challenge

January 31, 2018 — Five finalists have been selected to compete in the finals of the ninth annual Monfort College of Business Entrepreneurial Challenge at the University of Northern Colorado.

UNC's Monfort College of Business Seeks Colorado-based Entrepreneurs

September 26, 2017 — The $50,000 competition is open to pre-launch or early stage, Colorado-based startup ventures. Applications are now available at mcb.unco.edu/e-challenge and will be accepted until Monday, Nov. 13.

Business Development Center, BizHub Relocate to UNC Campus

August 21, 2017 — The East Colorado Small Business Development Center and UNC BizHub Collaborative are excited to announce their move to their host institution at the University of Northern Colorado. Their offices are now located at UNC’s Monfort College of Business in room 0025 of Kepner Hall, 1800 17th St.

UNC students on the winning team are, from left: Christopher Campbell,Christopher Bristow, Michelle Ellison, Madison Marrs, Evan Adams, and Kendall Ryan.

UNC Students Win Daniels Fund Ethics Contest For Second Straight Year

May 1, 2017 — For the second year in a row, a team of six University of Northern Colorado Monfort College of Business students won the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative 2017 Consortium Case Competition April 27-28 in Denver.

Winners of the BBB's Best Written Paper Nomination, from left: Alyssa VanAmerongen, Kady Barthelemy and Alvaro Marquez.

UNC Business Students Recognized in BBB Torch Awards

April 27, 2017 — Three University of Northern Colorado business students won the award for Best Written Nomination Paper at the 2017 Better Business Bureau Torch Awards for Ethics on April 26 in Loveland.

The Heart of Business

January 24, 2017 — Though she says, over and over, she isn’t a business person, Keiko Krahnke teaches ethics as an associate professor of management and business communications at UNC’s Monfort College of Business. It’s how she helps save the world.

Semifinalists announced for eighth annual E-Challenge

January 9, 2017 — Eleven semifinalists have been announced for the eighth annual Monfort College of Business Entrepreneurial Challenge at the University of Northern Colorado. The Entrepreneurial Challenge is an opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to obtain exposure and compete for $50,000 in prize money to help bring their innovative business ideas to fruition.