Babson Briefs
Babson Briefs highlight the latest institutional and individual achievements, accomplishments, accolades, and announcements. Do you have news to share with the Babson community? Submit your Babson Brief at news@babson.edu.
LISTEN: If The Shoe Doesn't Fit, Build It
Jolie Wyatt ’26 is on a mission to change footwear for millions of women. In this episode of Babson’s podcast, “From Problems to Possibilities: Entrepreneurial Leadership in Action,” she shares how she transformed a personal frustration into a scalable business.
February 24, 2026
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2026-05-25 20:29:44
Babson Athletics Ready to Rise for Barefoot Athletics Challenge March 2–4
The 13th annual Barefoot Athletics Challenge is March 2–4 this year, as Babson’s varsity programs compete in the College’s signature fundraising event for Babson Athletics.
February 17, 2026
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2026-05-22 14:19:23
Babson Expands Professional & Executive Education Portfolio with AI & Innovation Certificate with Founderz
The new Babson On-Demand™ suite of credentials for working professionals and executives blends entrepreneurial thinking with real-world, applied AI solutions for today’s rapidly evolving workplace.
February 12, 2026
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2026-05-26 04:24:29
Erin Degnan Escobedo Named Inaugural Faculty Director of Babson’s TARCO Institute
Erin Degnan Escobedo, an associate professor of practice in finance, is bringing her deep roots in real estate to the TARCO Institute for Real Estate and Entrepreneurship.
January 29, 2026
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2026-05-24 13:04:01
LISTEN: How Can Colleges and Universities Lead in Health and Wellness?
As student stress rises, colleges are adapting. This episode of Babson’s podcast, “From Problems to Possibilities: Entrepreneurial Leadership in Action,” explores innovative approaches to campus well-being and student success.
January 21, 2026
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2026-05-25 20:29:44
Cindy Klein Marmer MBA’02, P’29 Named Executive Director of the Blank Center
Babson College appoints Cindy Klein Marmer MBA’02, P’29 as the executive director of the Arthur M. Blank Center for Entrepreneurship, bringing new momentum to the venture ecosystem.
December 15, 2025
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2026-05-21 13:28:00
Poonam Arora Named Dean of the Undergraduate School at Babson
Dr. Poonam Arora has been named the new dean of the Undergraduate School at Babson College. She currently is the associate dean of faculty affairs and strategic initiatives and professor of management at Quinnipiac University.
December 10, 2025
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2026-05-25 02:27:48
Babson Named Among 15 Top Colleges for Launching Your Career
Babson College was named one of 15 Top Colleges For Launching Your Career by Forbes magazine, which highlights the colleges that are best at preparing students to successfully enter the workforce.
December 8, 2025
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2026-05-25 12:13:49
