SDSU College of Business Names Assistant Director of Executive and Specialized Programs

Contact: Randy Carmical, Director of Communications
(619) 594-0206 Randy.Carmical@sdsu.edu

SAN DIEGO, Friday, February 3, 2006  – San Diego State University’s (SDSU) College of Business Administration announced today that Pelema Morrice has been named Assistant Director of Admissions and Financial Aid for Executive and Specialized Programs.

Morrice will be responsible for the marketing, admissions and recruitment efforts for all new students interested in programs offered through the Executive and Specialized Programs office, including the MBA for Executives program, the Sports Business Management MBA program, and the Executive Financial Planner certificate program.

“We are thrilled to have Pelema join the Executive and Specialized Programs office,” said Karen Courtney, Director of Executive and Specialized Programs. “Pelema brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience in the areas of recruitment, advising, and administrative services that would be hard to match elsewhere. His experience at both private and public academic institutions make him a valuable addition to the team and to the College of Business.”

Morrice comes to SDSU from California State University, East Bay, where he served as the Assistant Director of Enrollment Services. Previously, he was Doctoral Program Coordinator, as well as Financial Aid Counselor, at Stanford University. Morrice received both his B.A. in Psychology and M.A. in Higher Education from San Jose State University.

“I am truly excited to join the Executive and Specialized Programs office and become a member of the San Diego community.  I hope to bring an enthusiastic “students-first” approach to ensure their satisfaction with our academic programs.  San Diego State University is a world class institution with high quality programs and I look forward to working with faculty, staff and students from across the campus. ”

With over 5,700 students, the SDSU College of Business is one of the largest business schools in the U.S. Its programs in international business and graduate entrepreneurship are ranked among the top programs in the country by U.S. News and World Report. This year, the college is celebrating “50 Years of Educating San Diego’s Business Leaders.”

San Diego State University is the oldest and largest higher education institution in the San Diego region. Since it was founded in 1897, the university has grown to offer bachelor’s degrees in 81 areas, master’s degree in 72 areas and doctorates in 16 areas. SDSU’s more than 33,000 students participate in academic curriculum distinguished by direct contact with faculty and an increasing international emphasis that prepares them for a global future. For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu.