2021 marked the McIntire School of Commerce’s Centennial—a time for celebration! In recognition of this important milestone, we honored the members of our global learning community from a memorable 100-year history. Faculty, alumni, students, corporate partners, and friends have all played an integral role in shaping our innovative business education and preparing students to become visionary leaders for generations. Join us in honoring the invaluable contributions of those responsible for our past successes, current innovations, and enthusiastic future plans dedicated to the exchange of ideas that ensures we continue to use commerce for the common good.

1923
Early on, business classes were scattered across Grounds, but in 1923, space at Old Cabell Hall was requested due to the need for permanent facilities for "computing and tabulating machines," like the ones pictured below from the Old Post Office on Pennsylvania Avenue. To say our "computing and tabulating machines" have evolved may be the understatement of the century! Space at Old Cabell was also used for periodicals and a reading room; however, faculty offices remained scattered in several locations, making the development of School spirit and identity more difficult.
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A Growing Footprint on Grounds
A Growing Footprint on Grounds
Since 1921, the McIntire School of Commerce has educated and inspired generations of students to become visionary leaders who shape global business with integrity, purpose, and a fundamental understanding of how commerce can contribute to the common good. As McIntire embarks on its next century, the Commerce School has undertaken visionary plans for a new academic complex designed to foster student success and strengthen community connections.
Centennial Merchandise
Centennial Merchandise
Show your commitment to Comm: Thanks to the McIntire Young Alumni Council (MYAC), special Centennial items and McIntire merchandise are now available at the bookstore! Your purchases directly support the School, as a portion of all profits from bookstore sales will help fund the important efforts of MYAC and Commerce Council.
Inspiring the Next Century
Inspiring the Next Century
We achieve business education excellence through the constant evolution of programs, a renowned innovative spirit, and an inclusive and global mindset. When we invest in our people, programs, and facilities, we invest in our future. Make a donation to Inspire the Next Century today.

Centennial Speaker Series

The Commerce School's Centennial Speaker Series is a thought-provoking keynotes and conversations featuring visionaries in business—and beyond. Representing a wide range of industries across private and public sectors, the series offers relevant and insightful perspectives at the intersection of leadership and business. Speakers reflect the rich diversity of the McIntire learning community and the rapidly changing global business landscape.

Past Speakers

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June 24th 2024

Michael Timms (A&S ’08, M.S. in Commerce ’09) has been promoted to Managing Director at 17Capital, a private credit manager based in San Francisco specializing in net asset value (NAV) finance for the private equity industry. Timms is responsible for sourcing, underwriting, and executing investments. Timms joined 17Capital in 2021 and holds over 15 years of financial services experience, having previously held roles at Wells Fargo, first in Fixed Income Sales and then in the Financial Institutions Group. He has started his career at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, where he spent four years in Equity Sales.

June 13th 2024

Bitania Ephrem ’09, Growth Office East Africa Lead at Deloitte, shared her views on tourism in Tanzania and expectations for the sector in a recent Deloitte Budget Bite.

June 13th 2024

Gwin Myerberg ’03 joined Hosking Partners as Director of Client Service and Business Development. Myerberg brings a wealth of experience from her 16-year tenure at Southeastern Asset Management, where she served as Global Head of Client Relations and Communications. Previously, Myerberg held Investor Relations roles at Thales Fund Management and Twinfields Capital Management.