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The Big Picture: Dickinson Students Get a Front-Row Seat to the Global Economy

A powerhouse panel of alumni and industry leaders bring real-world economic forces into focus for students across every major.

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Students Partner With Alum at Kudu Investment Management on Data Analytics Project

Dickinson data analytics students gain hands-on professional experience through a partnership with alum-led Kudu Investment Management.

Co-taught by alum Gene Assaf (far left) and Assistant Professor of Philosophy Emily Kelahan (far right), the class includes guest-lectures by leaders from across a spectrum of industries. Photo by Dan Loh.

Preparing Students for Lifelong Meaning, Success

A new course, co-taught by an alum and professor, helps students develop the practical skills, personal insights and connections to help them create lifelong satisfaction and success.

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Emmy-Nominated Alum Returns as Burgess Institute Executive in Residence

Writer, radio host, producer and podcaster Lauren Ashley Smith ’06 brings Hollywood insights to Dickinson during campus visit.

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2026 Wall Street Career Trek

New York City alumni in the financial industry welcome students through a two-day Burgess Institute excursion.

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Students Dive Into Global Manufacturing With Mark Burgess '81

A tour of Mauser Packaging Solutions gives students a front-row look at what it takes to make a manufacturing powerhouse.

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Dickinson to Host Panel on Global Economy

Students in every major benefit from understanding how the global economy works and how it could shape their future careers. Four visionary leaders will share insights during a student-led discussion.

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Dickinson's 3rd Annual Investment Competition: Navigating Volatility for Gains

66 students battle market chaos, managing $1,000,000 virtual portfolios over 10 weeks.

Student gather at the Paz Center for a Burgess global leadership event.

Burgess Global Leadership Development Program: Cultivating Tomorrow's Leaders

The Burgess Institute for the Global Economy launches the Global Leadership Development Program.

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Julia Filiberti Allen ’12 Discusses Burgess Institute’s Global Focus, Liberal Arts During Visit

The CEO of Deep Tech Defense, Dickinson's latest Burgess Institute executive in residence, emphasizes global perspective, industry connections and life preparation.

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Bloomberg Terminals Bring Real-World Data to Dickinson

One of the most powerful tools in the financial world comes to campus.

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Students Dive Into Baltimore’s Economic Ecosystem on Burgess Institute Trip

High-impact networking, hands-on learning (and seal pups!) make for an unforgettable experience.

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From Move-Out to Meaning: Dickinson’s 2025 Green Move-Out and U-Turn Sale

Student-led initiatives divert thousands of pounds of usable items from landfills, channeling end-of-year donations into environmental good and community benefit.

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Burgess Institute Executive in Residence: Ted Kohnen '00, CEO of Park & Battery

Helming Adweek’s 2024 Agency of the Year is all in a day's work for the former international business & management major.

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Forging Connections, Inspiring Futures

The Burgess Institute for the Global Economy has made a big impact in its first semester, with much more to come.

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