McFarlin Reappointed to Fourth Term as Dean of Palumbo-Donahue School of Business

“For the last decade, Dean McFarlin has successfully and energetically led the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business to greater heights,” Gormley said. “He has ensured that our business students gain the depth, discipline, professional experience and greater sense of purpose on their journey to becoming the difference makers of tomorrow. I’m proud to share that he’ll continue his important work as dean of business at Duquesne.”
 
Currently in his 10th academic year as business dean, McFarlin has been at Duquesne since 2013. Under his guidance, the school has developed and implemented a broad strategic plan, including a master plan to renovate Rockwell Hall; enhanced alumni and corporate engagement and partnerships; instituted an Executive-in-Residence Program; launched the Duquesne New Venture Challenge, a national entrepreneurship competition; and established seven centers of excellence to support innovative research and applied educational experiences for students in the areas of entrepreneurship, supply chain management,professional selling, student success, business ethics, sustainable business innovation and investment strategy.
 
“It’s both gratifying and humbling to have the privilege to continue serving one of the most innovative and committed business schools anywhere. The Palumbo-Donahue School of Business excels at providing students with transformative and impactful experiences that are second to none,” McFarlin said. “We live our mantra of being in the business of difference-making, thanks to the tremendous dedication and engagement of our faculty, staff, students and alumni. Because of them, our school is on the move, with new programs, centers, and research, underscored by a trajectory of increased recognition and engagement by firms and alumni alike.” 

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