Belton, Texas—The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB) hosted the first Graduate Residence Day for the McLane College of Business on Saturday, August 27 at the Lord Conference Center. The event began with the recognition of UMHB alum Joey Longoria as the first recipient of a graduate program certificate for completion of a concentration in data analytics.
Longoria graduated from UMHB in 2020 with a BS in Computer Science. As an undergraduate, he was a two-time NCAA DIII All-American, Gagliardi Trophy semifinalist, two-time American Southwest Conference (ASC) Defensive Lineman of the Year, two-time All-ASC honoree at defensive tackle, three. -Time Academic All-Conference, and UMHB Trustee Trophy Winner. Longoria will complete his MS in Information Systems with a concentration in Information Systems and a Professional Certificate in Data Analytics in 2022 while serving as a graduate assistant coach for Cru football. Longoria is currently employed by NASA as a recon specialist.
The event continued with a speech from BSMA (Biotech Supply Management Alliance) Executive Vice President of Industry Relations and Talent Development Dave Malenfant. He also serves as director and oversees the advisory board of the Center for Supply Chain Innovation at Texas Christian University. Prior to joining BSMA and TCU, Dave spent more than 30 years in various industry roles at companies such as Alcon Laboratories, where he was Vice President of Global Supply Chain.
UMHB’s McLane Business College will host its next graduate residence day on Saturday, October 22, 2022.
