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The BBC was very excited to spend a Thursday

afternoon at the zoo. What business is there at the zoo,

you may ask? The students had the same question and

learned that there is a highly skilled and business-

oriented team running Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo. From

an running an education center to the purchasing of

new animals, the zoo’s staff works hard to keep this non

-profit a successful business in the Tampa community.

T a m p a ’ s L o w r y P a r k z o o

T a m p a E l e c t r i c C o m p a n y

TECO’s Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach hosts another non-typical business environment. Hard hats

and ear plugs replace suits here, yet the business principles of meeting demand and competition remain

the same. Accommodating visitors of the manatee viewing center is another important aspect of the plant

that the students were able to witness first-hand.

I n t h i s i s s u e :

V o l u m e 3 , I s s u e 7

M a y b i r t h d a y s

Congratulations! 2

Relay for Life 2

End of Year Celebration 2

BBC Graduation Ceremony 2

Thanks for a Great Year BBC! 3

5/2: Tori Harper

5/3: Joe Sokolowski

5/4: Andy Khan

5/8: Shivam Patel

5/9: Steven Schertzer

5/9: Evan Burroughs

5/14: Sheri Sukhu

5/18: Matt Sikorski

5/22: Lindsay Berstling

5/23: Mitchell Margolis

5/24: Katelyn Brennan

5/25: Becca Canfield

5/26: Rebecca Maltbie

5/28: Mariana Castaneda

5/29: Ryan Hawley

5/30: Robert Norris

5/30: Jodi McFarlane

D i nn er w i th t h e d ea n

Dean Forsythe and College of Business faculty shared dinner with current and past members of the

BBC. Students put those etiquette dinner and networking skills to work, enjoying casual

conversations with each other. This was yet another BBC opportunity to share great food with great

people and build stronger relationships with staff of the College of Business.

BBC’s Relay for Life team was very successful this year, raising nearly $850 for the American Cancer society! The team consisted of

38 members, making them the third largest team to participate at USF. Thanks to all who prepared for and participated in this

event.

C o n g r at u l at i o ns !

The BBC wrapped up a great year with food, fun, and superlative awards. Ashley

Ciccarello (right) was chosen as BBC’s Resident of the Year by her peers for her

dedication to and involvement with the community. The BBC mentors were also

honored with certificates for their commitment to the program. The BBC would

be nothing without all of its hard-working and loyal students. Congratulations to all

those who received awards!

Congratulations to BBC member Lindsay Berstling (pictured third from right) for taking 2nd place in

the College of Business Third Annual Elevator Competition. The BBC was represented well, with past

and present members making it to the final round. A video with highlights from the event can be found

here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IytlmXGz5U0

R el ay f or l i f e

E n d o f t h e y ea r c el eb r at i o n

Congratulations to BBC residents Ashley Ciccarello, Tiffany Eveld, and Ryan Spellins for being

recognized in the University of South Florida's College of Business 25 Under 25 Program!

Former BBCers Ross O’Bryan, Frank Cabano, Ben Gasparini, and Eric Holland were also chosen

for this year's group. For full bios on each student, visit: http://usfbusiness.wordpress.com/

B B C G r a d u at i o n C er em o n y

Four years ago, the BBC began as a small community of 28 students. Some

changed majors and some graduated early, but nearly a dozen of the inaugural

BBCers were honored at a brief ceremony at the College of Business, with

special guest Katie Elverson, former BBC advisor, in attendance. The BBC

looks forward to making this an annual event as its members graduate. For

more pictures, visit the BBC Fan Page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bulls-

Business-Community/186967852660

G row F i na n c i a l N e two r ki ng Ev en t

BBCers were able to speak with local area business leaders at the

annual networking event held at the Grow Financial headquarters

in Brandon. This event is intended to provide a safe space for

students to practice their networking skills in a professional

setting. While many students were nervous at first, everyone

walked away feeling confident in their abilities and excited for

the connections they just made. This excitement makes this BBC

event a favorite at the end of each year.

T h a n ks f or a g r eat y e a r b b c !

H av e a g r eat s u m m er !