Best laid plans....

So, many of you....if you have been trying to follow this...are thinking "what a slacker....she said she was going to update this as the trip goes on and it hasn't happened. Well, computers are wonderful things...when they work!

As much as I have tried to find time to do this, it has been a challenge as my computer has not been allowing me to navigate through programs  or 

download photos.  .....That said, I will once again 

attempt to rewind to last week and revisit the photos 

and memories in my mind...taking you with us through  the streets, sights, and beauty of Portugal...and catch up  to Paris...and then on to Normandy.

I will do my best to capture the pieces of all that we have

experienced. It was a week full  of cathedrals, beautiful scenery, lovely art  and architecture, and rich history. 

In addition to the sightseeing,  we were fortunate to 

hear from experienced business professionals representing 

both family owned businesses that have spanned generations, 

as well as newer businesses attempting to expand by exploring 

innovative ways to market and position themselves against their competitors in a difficult economy.

So I hope that you enjoy the sights, scenes, and stories that will unfold in the days ahead...

The Journey Begins…

In another 10 days we begin our “field trip” to Europe. Several of our faculty, staff, and MBA students will be traveling on separate trips to Portugal and Spain for a week, and then converging in France for another week ending our time with a Thanksgiving celebration!

Why are we doing this?...You may ask… 

The diversity of our students brings a variety of interests and backgrounds that are requiring us to think differently and expand upon the program in order to remain competitive.

The recent shift in the economy, locally and globally, has increased the existing interests in cross cultural relations, global marketing, and overall international business. With 2 of our professors speaking on Entrepreneurship and Microfinance, in Portugal and Spain respectively, we thought what a perfect opportunity to “test the waters” with our first overseas adventure.

… Weekly updates and photos of our trip will be posted… I invite you to come along as we explore Lisbon, Sintra, Porto, Paris, Versailles, and Normandy…Not only will we be visiting museums, churches, and shops while learning the history, culture, and customs of the people and their countries… We will also hear from business professionals representing smaller family owned businesses as well as larger firms, and area professors as they share their experience and insight into the economic climate and business practices that are relevant in their country. 

Whether you are a colleague, family member, friend, or student...I hope that you will follow us...we are excited to be able to share our adventure with you and look forward to caputuring much of the flavor, fun, sights, and sounds, of our travels... in our words, photos, and experiences. Be well, enjoy, and look forward to seeing you again soon! Ciao!