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Hello, friends of Albers!

Our community's purpose is to accelerate the development of principled leaders, leaders who lead for the good of their organizations, society and the planet.

In this month's newsletter, you'll read about the experiences of our youngest students as they go through that development experience, as well as veteran leaders reflecting back on how it contributed to their learning and growth.

October 28, 5:30 p.m.

Businesses today face a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by changing regulations, customer expectations, technological innovation and global market forces.

Hear from executives at McKinstry, Microsoft and PEMCO as they discuss how their organizations assess emerging risks, integrate sustainability into business strategy and make decisions that strengthen long-term resilience and competitive advantage.

November 5, 4 p.m.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way organizations work and the skills employers are looking for. What does that mean for today’s college students as they prepare to enter the workforce?

Join Albers students, alumni and families for a conversation about how AI is reshaping business and what students can do now to prepare for a changing workplace.



In Focus: Experiential Learning at Albers

From local company treks to global study tours and summer internships, experiential learning is preparing Albers students for real-world impact. Hear from students who found their career path at companies like Alaska Airlines, PACCAR and Boeing, learned cross-cultural communication in Europe and managed financial operations in Tokyo. the Albers Career Center also shares advice on standing out in a competitive job market.

Alumni Impact

From combat tours and the U.S. Naval Academy to leading cybersecurity architecture at JPMorgan Chase, John Paramadilok, ’15 MBA, has learned that leadership is defined by how we care for people. Hear how the Albers Leading with Emotional Intelligence course changed the way he leads and why seeing others succeed remains one of his greatest rewards.

Student Highlight

From attending the Summer Business Institute at age 14 to leading it as a peer counselor, finance major Lars Kaser, ’27, has come full circle at Albers. Hear how a European study tour and the Albers Undergraduate Leadership Program helped him overcome his fear of networking and how he now helps other students build their leadership skills.

Get Involved

Looking for a Way to Reconnect with Albers? 

Since joining Albers as the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement in July, Kilian Olszewsky has been meeting with alumni, learning what matters most to our community and exploring new ways to strengthen alumni engagement across Albers.

Whether you want to mentor students, share your expertise, attend events or simply reconnect, your involvement matters. Every conversation helps build a stronger alumni community and new opportunities for students and graduates. 

Beyond the Check

Consider giving stock instead of cash 

If you own stock or other investments that have increased significantly in value, donating the asset directly may be more advantageous than selling it and giving the proceeds. You may be able to avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation while supporting Albers with the full value of the gift. 

Want to explore giving to the Albers School?

Contact Christie Cotterill at ccotterill@seattleu.edu or 206-296-6139. 

Seattle University does not provide tax, legal or financial advice. Please consult your professional advisor to determine which giving strategies may be appropriate for you.  

In Memoriam

Marianne LaBarre

Marianne’s contributions continue to shape the lives of students, colleagues and leaders. She was the founding director of the Albers School Executive Leadership Program and developed the Seattle University Pastoral Leadership Program for Senior Ministers. Her legacy will endure through the programs she helped create.

You can read more about her life online.