Haas Alum Norman Mineta Wins Medal of Freedom
Former Transportation Secretary and Haas School alumnus Norman Y. Mineta, BS 53, was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Bush. Full Story

Alum and IDEO General Manager Tom Kelley Authors Book on Innovation
Tom Kelley, MBA 83, author of The Ten Faces of Innovation, suggests people can play specific roles in an organization to foster innovation and new ideas -- and fend off creativity-stifling naysayers. Kelley will speak to Jennifer Aaker's marketing class about innovation this semester. More Info

Professor Says Cruising Internet Helps Car Buyers
Shopping for a new car can drive even the most relaxed consumer over the edge. However, new research by Florian Zettelmeyer, an associate professor in the Haas Marketing Group, found that the Internet can bring some relief by boosting a buyer's negotiating power. Full Story

Berkeley MBA Reunion Weekend - April 27-29
Five MBA classes will reunite on campus this spring for a weekend of fun, fellowship, and networking. Save the dates now and stay tuned for more info from our reunion website.

Student Wins Businessworld Essay Contest
Inspired by the theme "Innovate to Differentiate," first-year Full-time MBA student Katie Lindgren took top honors in an essay contest sponsored by India’s Businessworld magazine. Full Story

Haas Wins JP Morgan's Good Venture Competition
Four Berkeley MBA students took the top prize at the first annual JP Morgan Good Venture Competition in the graduate division. Full Story

New Book Shows How to Foster Innovation
In a new book drawing glowing reviews, Haas School Adjunct Professor Henry Chesbrough calls on companies to break down their walls to foster innovation. Full Story

Laura Tyson Returns to Teach at Haas
Professor and former Haas School dean Laura D'Andrea Tyson returned from her post as dean of the London Business School this month to resume her faculty position at the Haas School of Business. Full Story

Berkeley MBA Students Win People's Choice Award
Students from the Haas School won the third place People's Choice Award at the 2006 Innovation Challenge, hosted by the Darden Graduate School of Business at the University of Virginia. Full Story

Alumni Office Employee Honored with SPOT Award
UC Berkeley recently recognized seven Haas School employees who last fall went beyond the call of duty in serving faculty, students, and staff with spirit. Full Story

Haas@Cal Undergoing Transition During January
Changes to the alumni online community began last month and will continue through January. While we make improvements in Haas@Cal's functionality during this period, you may experience issues with performance. Thanks for you patience!