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    Cindy Rippé

    Sales pushes students beyond their comfort zone. That's why Dr. Cindy Rippé, associate professor of sales in the Mike Cottrell College of Business, seeks to set the example for her students whether it's in the classroom or preparing for competitions.

    "They see I work just as hard as they're working," Rippé said. "Our sales team works toward the goal of trying to do the absolute best we can."

    She joined UNG in 2019 to launch a professional sales concentration in the marketing degree. Ever since, Rippé has encouraged and coached students to multiple successes in national and regional sales competitions. She is the director of the 2021 National Collegiate Sports Sales Championship, which UNG hosts virtually in early 2021 along with Baylor University's Center for Sports Strategy and Sales and the Atlanta Hawks.

    "I believe strongly my classes should prepare students for the workforce," she said. "I want to simulate real-world activities to help them develop."

    Rippé aims to connect with her students through authenticity and empathy. She said her student-centered approach enhances her ability to teach.

    "If you care and you do things for students, it's real, it's authentic, and they can see it. Leaders can be focused on where they want to go," she said. "But what are the students' goals? What's in it for them? Where do they want to go? That can make a very big difference in getting their buy-in."

    The consistent opportunities for sales practice in the classroom and competitions provide an ideal learning laboratory in Rippé's estimation.

    "We have to create an environment where it's OK for students to make a mistake while they're learning a new skill," she said.

    Rippé appreciates the ways sales training can benefit students whatever they do after graduation. From job searches to branding themselves, the benefits are extensive. All of her efforts come with an optimistic mantra for students: "Be our next success story."

    Maryna Murdock

    Maryna Murdock

    A native of Ukraine, Maryna Murdock first taught elementary English, then moved into the banking industry. Now, she wants to share her finance knowledge with her students.
    Mike Ryan

    Mike Ryan

    Mike Ryan, who teaches microeconomics and macroeconomics and is the head of the Department of Economics and Finance in the Mike Cottrell College of Business at UNG, has been recognized for teaching excellence by state and national organizations.
    Eavan Thomas

    Eavan Thomas

    Goal-by-goal, Honors alumna Eavan Thomas went from undecided to savvy business professional leader.
    Logan Bell

    Logan Bell

    After living in dorms, walking to class, seeing the same faces, and meeting someone new every day, Logan Bell fell in love with the community feel of UNG.
    Eric Norris

    Eric Norris

    Eric Norris gained skills in UNG's Corps of Cadets and the military that continue to benefit him as a Superior Court judge.
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