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Walsh University Business Club Scholarship luncheon returns
North Canton, Ohio – Walsh University's DeVille School of Business held its 53rd Business Club Scholarship luncheon on April 5. The Business Club is the largest and longest-standing student club at the University.
The Walsh University Business Club is a student-led organization dedicated to fostering servant leadership and providing experiential learning opportunities for students within the DeVille School of Business. The club aims to promote integrated business approaches and advance student understanding of sustainable business strategies.
Pre-Covid, the club had between 25 and 50 volunteer members, this year there were 40 students involved. While most of the students are business majors, it is open to all majors on the Walsh campus.
A recent press release quoted Business Club President Antonio Paganelli, “The Walsh University Business Club, along with all dedicated helpers, organizers, and members, is overjoyed to revive the Business Club Luncheon. This event is a celebration of the club's accomplishments over the past year and a token of appreciation for our members, donors, and luncheon attendees."
The Business Club Scholarship Luncheon serves as a way to recognize and reward academic excellence within the DeVille School of Business. Proceeds from the event directly contribute to student scholarships, empowering the next generation of business leaders to pursue their educational aspirations and make meaningful contributions to society.
The Business Club started awarding scholarships in 2017 with a total of 17 having been awarded over the past seven years. The size and type of scholarship varies. One example is the Dean Carole Mount scholarships which have ranged from $790 to $3,000 per student.
Success in Action
“As one of the oldest and long-standing clubs on campus, we as faculty members are grateful for the opportunity to work with and advise the Business Club leaders in the DeVille School of Business,” said Dr. Phil Kim, Business Club Co-Advisor and Associate Professor. “The level of energy and enthusiasm they bring for engaging in service activities, inviting community leaders as guest speakers, and being active in the local area and beyond is invigorating. They are excellent ambassadors for Walsh University.”
One of the highlights of the event was the keynote speaker, Mike Wheeler, President and Chief Legal Officer at Patriot Software. The audience listened intently to the featured speaker’s presentation which included a look at the ethical use of AI and a brief history of Patriot Software.
Wheeler related part of his journey that went from the mail room to a leadership role at one of northeast Ohio's most successful tech companies. With over 18 years of experience at Patriot Software, Wheeler has played a pivotal role in the company's growth trajectory which included using unconventional fundraising approaches and strategic investment initiatives.
His keynote address started with a delve into the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence (AI) and its pivotal role in modern business landscapes.
"Ethical AI includes working within the rules established for using AI,” Wheeler said. “Transparency is vital in the use of AI which will be for this generation what Google has done for my generation.”
Wheeler also shared a few industry insights and personal anecdotes, illustrating how embracing ethical principles can drive organizational success and foster sustainable growth. He also offered some encouragement for Walsh business students.
“There is world-class talent in Canton, OH. Be assured, the American dream is alive in Canton,” Wheeler said.
Below
are photos of Mike Wheeler of Patriot Software speaking at the DeVille
School of Business luncheon event on April 5th, 2024.
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