Here's the scenario: You have a liberal arts major (English, political science, history, psychology, anthropology, etc.) and you're having trouble figuring out what you want to do after graduation. You look over at your pal in the Grossman School of Business and you're envious of their awesome internship in financial advising, human resources, marketing, etc. The voice in your head starts up, "Uggghh I wish I could land an opportunity in the world of business with my (English, political science, history, psychology, anthropology, etc.) degree..."

The reality of the situation is YOU CAN!

Join the Business and Entrepreneurship Interest Group for a panel with four UVM alums who studied a liberal arts degree and ended up in the world of business. Learn from their stories and begin planning on how you can translate your UVM experience into your career in business.

Part 1: Introductions

Meet our four UVM alums, learn about what they studied at UVM and what they are doing now in the world of business.

  • Brad Martin - Studied economics and is now a Managing Director at Baystate Financial Services
  • Ted Tiger - Studied education and is now the Manager and Principal of Tiger Investment Services LLC
  • Madeline Brumberg - Studied environmental studies and is now the Director of Strategic Partnerships at Vermont Innovation Commons'
  • Amelia Gulkis - Studied history and is now the Chief Operating Officer at EnSave, Inc.

Part 2: Getting Started in Business

In this video UVM Senior and Career Center Peer Leader, Courtney Brady, the our panelists the following questions:

  • Why did you choose to attend UVM and what attracted you to your undergraduate major?"
  • "What inspired your shift into business?  Did it occur organically over the course of your career, or was it more abrupt?"
  • "Reflecting on the work you do now, what aspects of your undergraduate degree have helped make you successful in your current role?"

Part 3: The Impact of COVID-19

UVM Career Counselor, Harvey Vincent, asks the panelists to provide an update on their industry and experience working during the Covid-19 Pandemic.

Part 4: Words of Wisdom for UVM Students

In this final segment, each panelist shares a few pieces of advice and words of wisdom for students looking for opportunities in business.