Academics Global Commerce What's Happening What's Happening Get the latest news and updates related to Global Commerce at Denison University. Navigate Global Commerce About About An overview and description of the Global Commerce department at Denison University. Why Global Commerce? London Capstone Experience Degree Requirements Courses Outside the Classroom Alumni & Careers Faculty & Staff - All - Announcements & Updates Awards & Honors Faculty Field Trips Student News 2025 In the News DU students join Forbes '30 Under 30 Summit'Luke Jeanes and Kuyper Lashutka attended the Forbes '30 Under 30 Summit,' and connected with some of the brightest young minds in the country.Date: September 30, 2025 Recognition & Accolades, Student NewsCameron McIntosh ’25 selected as recent student trusteeAs a scholar and athlete, Cameron McIntosh will bring a broad student perspective to the Denison Board of Trustees.Date: April 16, 2025 FacultyProf. Karen Spierling: Different cultures can thrive side by sideAn active Sunday morning at the Columbus Convention Center offers proof that "real human beings" cross divides and care for one another.Date: April 3, 2025 2024 Student NewsGlimpse into Ghana with Dailin Morfa ’24The global commerce and Black studies double major shares her semester abroad in Ghana. Date: April 10, 2024 2023 Denison Magazine Startup starsWhen Denison entrepreneurs see a need in the world, they find a way to address it.Date: December 15, 2023 Field TripsMind the Gap: Perspectives on the GC London Senior TripLyla Hinkle '23 reflects on her experience on the Global Commerce Senior Capstone Trip which took place in London in January.Date: May 2, 2023 Awards & HonorsOliver Gignoux ’23: President’s Medalist“People say Denison is a special place ... I still surprised to the extent that it has impacted my worldview and the relationships I value most.”Date: April 24, 2023 FacultyCollege IS the real world says Professor Spierling"If we think of ourselves as working in a world separate from these "real-world" realities, we ourselves become obstacles," says Prof. Spierling.Date: April 6, 2023 2022 Field TripsGlobal Commerce Goes to San FranciscoWhat better place to restart our January Global Commerce Senior Capstone Experience trips than the international city of San Francisco?Date: February 17, 2022 2021 Announcements & UpdatesFrom the US to China and back again: Meet Dr. Leksa LeeIt’s not an exaggeration when the Global Commerce department claims that we search the world to bring the very best faculty to Denison.Date: November 10, 2021 Announcements & UpdatesOyauma Garrison ’96 to Serve as Executive-in-ResidenceA Return to the Hill: Garrison’s appointment provides students with connection to non-profit leader and insurance industry expert.Date: October 1, 2021 Awards & Honors2021 President's Medalist: Maxwell Whitehouse CurtinMaxwell Whitehouse Curtin, Global Commerce and Economics double major, and Spanish minor was selected as a 2021 President's Medalist.Date: May 26, 2021 Announcements & UpdatesMeet Global Commerce’s Newest Faculty Member: Son DinhNew to the GC team, Assistant Professor Son Dinh is piloting a new course, “Statistics for Global Commerce.”Date: March 10, 2021 2020 Announcements & UpdatesCongratulations to Our Class of 2020!Global Commerce celebrates its second class of graduates.Date: May 15, 2020 2019 Lectures & DiscussionsA Roundtable Discussion: What's Happening in Hong Kong?A round-table discussion moderated by Professor Yang (Denison University) with Guest Speakers from Kenyon College and University of Notre Dame.Date: November 15, 2019 Announcements & UpdatesFlavors of the Globe lunch September 2019!Enjoy international cuisine with Denisonians during Flavors of the Globe, campus-wide potluck lunch, while also learning about global opportunities.Date: September 6, 2019 Field TripsExploring Global Commerce in LondonGlobal Commerce seniors are spending a week in London, learning about global enterprises and meeting up with President Weinberg at the House of Lords.Date: January 14, 2019
Denison Magazine Startup stars When Denison entrepreneurs see a need in the world, they find a way to address it.
Playing to her strengths Denison helped triple major Ellie Blasko '23 explore her passion for piano, discover new interests, and land a dream job in Beverly Hills.
5 questions with Global Commerce's Jessica Burch Burch brings real-world global consulting experience into the classroom.
Singer, Songwriter, Entrepreneur Sydney Kistler ’22 loves performing music — and is equally fervent about the business angle of the industry.
Making an “Us” out of “Them” Business culture consultant Laura Kriska ’87 has built a life diving deep into other cultures and bridging the gaps between worlds.
The Start of a Great Career An associate for Copley Equity Partners in Boston, Wills Hutras ’20 talks about why the Global Commerce major was a great fit for his career.
Bloomberg Terminals: Real-time market data Bloomberg Terminals give students access to real-time financial news and data — and help prepare them for careers in business and finance.
Breathe easy When COVID-19 struck, Caileigh Marshall ’19 became part of a national effort to produce the gold standard of respirators for healthcare practitioners.
The hidden bias in health care Imani Holmes ‘19 returns to campus to share insights from her work with healthcare clients at Edelman.
Virtual internship provides global perspective A virtual global internship gives Riley Schafer ‘21 practical knowledge about import price parity and working in cross-cultural teams.
Where We Go Alvaro Magaña ’19 - a brand-new opportunity at L Brands International student Alvaro Magaña found success in the classroom — and a great career.
How We Learn Interdisciplinarity and the career value of the liberal arts A humanities-based major focused on how global commerce, businesses, and societies shape one another points the way forward, says Karen E. Spierling
Building Sustainable and Successful Professional Relationships Alumni Matthew Harrington '84 and Monisha Mukhija '11 Share Their Advice for Building Meaningful Professional Relationships
In the News DU students join Forbes '30 Under 30 Summit' Luke Jeanes and Kuyper Lashutka attended the Forbes '30 Under 30 Summit,' and connected with some of the brightest young minds in the country. Read more
University News Cameron McIntosh ’25 selected as recent student trustee As a scholar and athlete, Cameron McIntosh will bring a broad student perspective to the Denison Board of Trustees. Read more
In the News Prof. Karen Spierling: Different cultures can thrive side by side An active Sunday morning at the Columbus Convention Center offers proof that "real human beings" cross divides and care for one another. Read more