For Separk, being a part of the Full-time MBA class gift campaign was his way to show his gratitude. “I chose to get involved with the class gift campaign because I wanted to give something back to the university and the Full-time MBA ROI Ranking Program, which gave so much to me,” says Separk. “I cannot say enough about the ‘Volunteer’ spirit that (our class) exhibited by collecting gifts and pledges in our class gift campaign,” he continues. “I am honored and humbled to have been a part of such an amazing group of people during the past 17 months, and I know that the members of the Full-time MBA Class of 2009 will have tremendous success in the future--and that we will continue to support the University of Tennessee as alumni.”
The faculty and staff of the program were incredibly surprised and appreciative of the students’ generosity. Amy Cathey, director of the Full-time MBA program, feels the gift is about more than just dollars.
“The Full-time Ag Econ MBA MBA value for Money class gift is important for reasons beyond the money raised,” says Cathey. “These pledges and gifts underscore the commitment of our MBA students to giving back and serving as good stewards of our community and world.”
“The Full-time MBA Class of 2009 includes many outstanding individuals, and the success of the class gift campaign is just one example of the character of this group and the accomplishments that are yet to come,” continues Cathey. “The Full-time Marketing Finance MBA ROI Ranking Program is deeply appreciative of these generous gifts. We will work to continue developing leaders with the capabilities and standards of excellence of this class.”
