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President Spinelli talks to students on campus

‘Greater Impact’: How Babson Is Positioned to Lead As he begins his fifth year with a clear vision for the future, President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA’92, PhD reflects on navigating the unexpected journey of the pandemic and how the challenges and solutions have the College poised to expand its leadership and impact.

By Eric Beato

Editor / Writer

Eric Beato

Eric Beato is the Editor of Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. A native of Chicago and a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism, Eric has worked as an editor and writer at newspapers across the country, including the Chicago Sun-Times and Boston Herald. Eric joined Babson College in 2019 after working as the communications director for a private educational travel company and as the managing editor of six regional sports publications.

September 1, 2023

Tagged Campus, Leadership, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Student Life, Technology

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

Three members of the Babson College community address the crowd at a conference.

What Is Entrepreneurial Acquisition, and Why Is It Booming? Entrepreneurship through acquisition—buying and further building an existing business—has surged in popularity at Babson.

By Hillary Chabot

Writer

Hillary Chabot

Hillary Chabot is a writer for Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. An award-winning journalist, she is known for her insightful reporting and dedication to detailed storytelling. With a career spanning over two decades, she has covered a wide range of topics, from presidential campaigns and government policy to neighborhood issues and investigative series. As a reporter for The Boston Herald, Hillary earned a reputation for tenacity and integrity. Her work at Babson College fuels her passions—to learn something new every day and conduct thoughtful, empathic interviews. She’s thrilled to be at Babson College, where students, faculty, staff members and classes provide compelling copy daily.

August 31, 2023

Tagged Class of 2023, Campus, Career, Entrepreneurship of All Kinds, Graduate, Q&A

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Outcomes

A group of students stand with rolling carts.

Big Emotions and New Beginnings: Stories from Move-In Day Move-in day is so many things: stressful, exciting, bittersweet, hopeful. Here are stories from a day when a new chapter opens, and the possibilities are many.

By Hillary Chabot

Writer

Hillary Chabot

Hillary Chabot is a writer for Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. An award-winning journalist, she is known for her insightful reporting and dedication to detailed storytelling. With a career spanning over two decades, she has covered a wide range of topics, from presidential campaigns and government policy to neighborhood issues and investigative series. As a reporter for The Boston Herald, Hillary earned a reputation for tenacity and integrity. Her work at Babson College fuels her passions—to learn something new every day and conduct thoughtful, empathic interviews. She’s thrilled to be at Babson College, where students, faculty, staff members and classes provide compelling copy daily.

, John Crawford

Senior Journalist

John Crawford

A writer for Babson Thought & Action and the Babson Magazine, John Crawford has been telling the College’s entrepreneurial story for more than 15 years. Assignments for Babson have taken him from Rwanda to El Salvador, from the sweet-smelling factory of a Pennsylvania candy maker, to the stately Atlanta headquarters of an NFL owner, to the bustling office of a New York City fashion designer. Beyond his work for Babson, he has written articles and essays for The Philadelphia Inquirer, Notre Dame Magazine, The Good Men Project, and other publications. He can be found on Twitter, @crawfordwriter, where he tweets about climate change.

August 29, 2023

Tagged Class of 2027, Undergraduate, Student Life, Campus

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

Babson’s Centennial Campaign Passes $500 Million Mark and Sets New Fundraising Goal Launched in anticipation of the College’s 100th anniversary in 2019, the ongoing Centennial Campaign is the most successful in Babson’s history.

By Thought & Action Staff

August 25, 2023

Tagged Centennial, Alumni, Campus

Posted in Babson Briefs

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

Portrait of Stephen Spinelli Jr. on campus

From the President: Charging Forward in an Era of Change In an era of accelerated change, which poses new challenges and opportunities, Babson College embraces its responsibility to lead and remains poised to charge forward and thrive.

By Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA'92, PhD

President

Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA'92, PhD

Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA‘92, PhD is the 14th president of Babson College. A successful entrepreneur, academic leader, and scholar, Dr. Spinelli assumed the role of president in July 2019, guiding the College through its centennial year and into its second century. Learn more about the President's Office.

July 26, 2023

Tagged Campus, Leadership, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Research, Babson Magazine

Posted in Community

The Babson team poses for a photo while celebrating and lifting the trophy

Seven Things to Know About Babson Rugby Star Reed Santos Reed Santos ’24 captained the Babson United Rugby Club to its first national title this spring. Now, the rugby star is eyeing more national titles and even the Olympics.

By Eric Beato

Editor / Writer

Eric Beato

Eric Beato is the Editor of Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. A native of Chicago and a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism, Eric has worked as an editor and writer at newspapers across the country, including the Chicago Sun-Times and Boston Herald. Eric joined Babson College in 2019 after working as the communications director for a private educational travel company and as the managing editor of six regional sports publications.

July 20, 2023

Tagged Athletics, Student Life, Campus, Entrepreneurship, Leadership

Posted in Community

President Spinelli laughs while talking with Babson staff members

Meeting the Moment: Celebrating Our Collective Impact As he reflects on the College’s achievements of the past year, Babson President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA'92, PhD praises the collective efforts of the community with an eye on the work ahead.

By Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA'92, PhD

President

Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA'92, PhD

Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA‘92, PhD is the 14th president of Babson College. A successful entrepreneur, academic leader, and scholar, Dr. Spinelli assumed the role of president in July 2019, guiding the College through its centennial year and into its second century. Learn more about the President's Office.

June 28, 2023

Tagged Babson Together, Campus, Entrepreneurial Leadership

Posted in Community

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