College of Business

Interim College of Business Dean Dr. Marylou Shockley

Dr. Marylou Shockley, Ph.D. College of Business Dean (Interim)

Dean's Message for May 2025

Dear College of Business Community,

As we bring another remarkable academic year to a close, I find myself reflecting on the many moments that made this year unforgettable.

Last week, we celebrated an important addition to our campus community with the opening of the new Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Center (APIDA Center). This vibrant space will serve as a source of support, connection, and pride for our students, furthering our commitment to inclusion and belonging here at CSUMB.

We proudly welcomed future students and their families to campus for two Admitted Otter Day events, one for Freshmen on April 12th, and one for transfer students on April 26th. Meeting our incoming students and seeing their excitement reminded me once again of the incredible energy and ambition each new class brings to our College. I look forward to seeing all that this next generation of Otters will accomplish.

I am also delighted to share the news of our 2025 Dean’s Medalist, Sarah Walter. Sarah exemplifies everything we hope for in our graduates: academic excellence, leadership, resilience, and a genuine dedication to serving others. We are incredibly proud of all she has achieved and excited to see the impact she will continue to make in the world.

And finally, this year’s College of Business Showcase was a night I will never forget. We came together to celebrate the achievements of our Capstone teams, recognize our outstanding students and leadership award recipients, and honor the donors, volunteers, and faculty who make our College so strong. One of the most meaningful moments for me was presenting Kukui bead necklaces—a Hawaiian symbol of knowledge and enlightenment—to our graduating seniors, marking the close of one chapter and the beginning of another.

This Showcase was especially personal for me, as it was my final one as Dean of the College of Business. I was deeply touched by the kind words and warm tribute shared that evening. Serving as your Dean has been one of the greatest honors of my career. Watching our students learn, lead, and grow has been an inspiration every single day. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your story—and for being such an important part of mine.

Remember, the lessons you’ve learned here are not just for your career, but for a lifetime of making a difference.

Auwe (Farewell) Poem by Marylou

Warm regards,

Dr. Marylou Shockley, Ph.D.
CSUMB College of Business Dean (Interim)

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About Marylou Shockley

Dr. Marylou Shockley joined the College of Business in 2006 as Business Department Chair. She brings her passion for leadership, international business, and organizational behavior to her role as Interim Dean. She is the author of several books and her work in the fields of diversity and social application of network technologies is well-known and is based on her significant business experience with AT&T and Pacific Bell.

Dr. Shockley earned her doctorate in management from Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford in England.

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