Melissa Savignano, Author at Babson Thought & Action

Babson Park Manor Quad with the Globe in the background

Meet the New Faculty Helping to Shape Babson’s Students New faculty on campus means a new wave of expertise and excitement. In the 2023–2024 academic year, 15 new faculty members bring their invigoration and innovation to Babson’s classrooms.

By Melissa Savignano

Writer

Melissa Savignano

Melissa Savignano, a content marketing manager at Babson College, has worked in higher education for almost a decade, where she tells authentic, compelling campus and community stories. Before Babson, she managed communications for Boston University’s largest college, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. She previously worked in client relations, helping brands of various sizes launch content marketing strategies and storytelling initiatives. When not at work, you will find her in the city of Boston, probably at the movie theater.

September 26, 2023

Tagged Faculty, Undergraduate, Graduate, Entrepreneurship Education, Research, Arts, Finance

Posted in Community

Four students hold signs and cheer for families driving onto the Babson campus

As New Students Arrive, New Memories Form The first day on campus for the undergraduate Class of 2027 marks the start of a new academic year and some of the first Babson memories for the arriving students.

By Melissa Savignano

Writer

Melissa Savignano

Melissa Savignano, a content marketing manager at Babson College, has worked in higher education for almost a decade, where she tells authentic, compelling campus and community stories. Before Babson, she managed communications for Boston University’s largest college, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. She previously worked in client relations, helping brands of various sizes launch content marketing strategies and storytelling initiatives. When not at work, you will find her in the city of Boston, probably at the movie theater.

August 25, 2023

Tagged Class of 2027, Undergraduate, Student Life, Campus

Posted in Community

Photos of top row from left: Genesis Sanchez, Sean Collins, Julia Marcelis and bottom row from left: Lucia Saab Arango, Elliot Jones, and Aurora Wu

The Class of 2027 Is Something Special There’s not one type of Babson student. The vibrant incoming class, which includes artists, performers, advocates, and researchers, only further proves that.

By Melissa Savignano

Writer

Melissa Savignano

Melissa Savignano, a content marketing manager at Babson College, has worked in higher education for almost a decade, where she tells authentic, compelling campus and community stories. Before Babson, she managed communications for Boston University’s largest college, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. She previously worked in client relations, helping brands of various sizes launch content marketing strategies and storytelling initiatives. When not at work, you will find her in the city of Boston, probably at the movie theater.

August 23, 2023

Tagged Undergraduate, Class of 2027, Student Life, Campus

Posted in Community

A collage of photos depicting Bob Weissman, Jan Weissman, and the celebration of his life

The Weissman Legacy Empowered by his generosity, wisdom, and commitment to creating a worldwide community, Weissman Scholars reflect on the enduring impact of Robert (Bob) Weissman ’64, H’94, P’87 ’90, G’19.

By Melissa Savignano

Writer

Melissa Savignano

Melissa Savignano, a content marketing manager at Babson College, has worked in higher education for almost a decade, where she tells authentic, compelling campus and community stories. Before Babson, she managed communications for Boston University’s largest college, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. She previously worked in client relations, helping brands of various sizes launch content marketing strategies and storytelling initiatives. When not at work, you will find her in the city of Boston, probably at the movie theater.

July 31, 2023

Tagged Alumni, Campus, Student Life, Career, Leadership, Entrepreneurship of All Kinds

Posted in Community

Cori Allen speaks at a podium with a screen behind her.

Weissman Celebration Brings Laughs and Tears to Campus Former Weissman Scholars, Babson trustees and presidents, and other community members came together to celebrate the life of Robert (Bob) Weissman ’64, H’94, P’87 ‘90, G’19.

By Melissa Savignano

Writer

Melissa Savignano

Melissa Savignano, a content marketing manager at Babson College, has worked in higher education for almost a decade, where she tells authentic, compelling campus and community stories. Before Babson, she managed communications for Boston University’s largest college, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. She previously worked in client relations, helping brands of various sizes launch content marketing strategies and storytelling initiatives. When not at work, you will find her in the city of Boston, probably at the movie theater.

May 12, 2023

Tagged Alumni, Campus, Entrepreneurship Education

Posted in Community

Divya Achanta sitting in the Writing Center at Babson College.

Divya Achanta ’23 Isn’t Afraid of the First Draft As the undergraduate Commencement speaker for Babson Class of 2023, Divya Achanta ’23 is ready to share her love of writing with her classmates.

By Melissa Savignano

Writer

Melissa Savignano

Melissa Savignano, a content marketing manager at Babson College, has worked in higher education for almost a decade, where she tells authentic, compelling campus and community stories. Before Babson, she managed communications for Boston University’s largest college, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. She previously worked in client relations, helping brands of various sizes launch content marketing strategies and storytelling initiatives. When not at work, you will find her in the city of Boston, probably at the movie theater.

May 9, 2023

Tagged Class of 2023, Undergraduate, Commencement

Posted in Community

Tim Ryan ’88 on Building Trust at Your Organization Tim Ryan ’88, who will speak at the undergraduate Commencement ceremony on May 13, leads a charge for CEOs to prioritize DE&I across their companies.

By Melissa Savignano

Writer

Melissa Savignano

Melissa Savignano, a content marketing manager at Babson College, has worked in higher education for almost a decade, where she tells authentic, compelling campus and community stories. Before Babson, she managed communications for Boston University’s largest college, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. She previously worked in client relations, helping brands of various sizes launch content marketing strategies and storytelling initiatives. When not at work, you will find her in the city of Boston, probably at the movie theater.

May 4, 2023

Tagged Commencement, Class of 2023, Undergraduate, Inclusive Excellence, Entrepreneurship of All Kinds, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Alumni

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Outcomes

Three students work at computers at a community center.

Alleviating the Stress of Tax Season The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program provides students with the opportunity to help people ease their tax-filing burden while also gaining real-world experience.

By Melissa Savignano

Writer

Melissa Savignano

Melissa Savignano, a content marketing manager at Babson College, has worked in higher education for almost a decade, where she tells authentic, compelling campus and community stories. Before Babson, she managed communications for Boston University’s largest college, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. She previously worked in client relations, helping brands of various sizes launch content marketing strategies and storytelling initiatives. When not at work, you will find her in the city of Boston, probably at the movie theater.

April 5, 2023

Tagged Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership, Undergraduate, Class of 2024, Class of 2026, Student Life

Posted in Community

A group of entrepreneurship students from Sardinia pose on the Babson College campus

Babson Helps Sardinia Students Take Home New Way of Thinking Talent Up is a program from Sardinia that brings entrepreneurs to college campuses to learn business in a new way. After almost two years of planning, the program lands at Babson.

By Melissa Savignano

Writer

Melissa Savignano

Melissa Savignano, a content marketing manager at Babson College, has worked in higher education for almost a decade, where she tells authentic, compelling campus and community stories. Before Babson, she managed communications for Boston University’s largest college, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. She previously worked in client relations, helping brands of various sizes launch content marketing strategies and storytelling initiatives. When not at work, you will find her in the city of Boston, probably at the movie theater.

March 23, 2023

Tagged Executive Education, Entrepreneurship, Global, Sustainability

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership

Rows of students in graduation cap and gowns sitting and smiling while confetting falls.

Babson Undergraduates Earn Their Highest Starting Salary Ever With a business curriculum that also prioritizes the liberal arts and sciences and experiential learning, Babson students are distinctively and immediately set up for career success.

By Melissa Savignano

Writer

Melissa Savignano

Melissa Savignano, a content marketing manager at Babson College, has worked in higher education for almost a decade, where she tells authentic, compelling campus and community stories. Before Babson, she managed communications for Boston University’s largest college, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. She previously worked in client relations, helping brands of various sizes launch content marketing strategies and storytelling initiatives. When not at work, you will find her in the city of Boston, probably at the movie theater.

February 22, 2023

Tagged Alumni, Class of 2022, Career, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Education, Undergraduate

Posted in Community, Outcomes

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