The Distinguished Corporate Partner Award recognizes organizations that have demonstrated exceptional, sustained commitment to advancing the mission and impact of the McCoy College of Business at Texas State University. These partners play a vital role in preparing students to be “McCoy Ready” by investing their time, talent, treasure, and resources into the College’s programs and people.

Through visible engagement—such as hiring interns and graduates, maintaining an active presence on campus, mentoring students, advising faculty, supporting experiential learning, and providing philanthropic support—these organizations help shape the next generation of business leaders and serve as exemplary partners to McCoy College.

McCoy College’s corporate partners play a vital role in preparing students to be “McCoy Ready” by investing their time, talent, treasure, and resources into the college’s programs and people. Through initiatives such as hiring interns, recruiting graduates, mentoring students, advising faculty, supporting experiential learning opportunities, and providing philanthropic support, these organizations help shape the next generation of business leaders.

  • Max: 1 Awarded

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Marketing, Finance, etc.

Required Questions

1) PARTNERSHIP OVERVIEW

Describe the organization’s relationship with McCoy College of Business and Texas State University and the nature of its involvement. Please address:

• How the organization engages with McCoy (e.g., recruiting on campus, participation in career fairs, student organization events, advisory roles, program support).

• The organization’s visibility and presence at the University (for example, recurring campus activities, active internship programs, or students currently working there).

• The duration of the partnership and how it has grown or evolved over time.
2) ENGAGEMENT AND INVESTMENT

In what ways has the organization invested its time, talent, and resources to support McCoy College? Consider:

• Internships offered to McCoy students and full time hires from McCoy/Texas State.

• Guest lectures, panels, classroom visits, mentorship programs, and advisory board participation.

• Financial support or philanthropic contributions to McCoy College programs, scholarships, or initiatives.

• Strategic collaboration on experiential learning opportunities (e.g., consulting projects, case competitions, site visits). Where possible, include metrics such as number of interns hosted, number of hires, frequency of events, or the scale of financial/philanthropic support.
3) STUDENT AND PROGRAM IMPACT

The Outstanding Corporate Partner Award recognizes organizations that have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to advancing the mission and impact of the McCoy College of Business at Texas State University. What measurable impact has the organization had on McCoy College students, academic programs, or key initiatives? Please describe:

• Specific ways the partnership has improved student readiness and outcomes (e.g., number of interns and graduates hired, ways in which the company has helped students with skill development, exposure to industry practices).

• Contributions to program development, curriculum enhancements, or new experiential learning opportunities.

• Long term or transformative effects on particular programs, centers, or initiatives through philanthropic contributions, thought leadership or curriculum support.

4. DISTINCTION AS A PARTNER

What sets this organization apart as a distinguished corporate partner, and why should it be recognized by McCoy College of Business Hall of Honor? In your response, consider:

• How the organization’s level of engagement, hiring, mentoring, and support exceeds typical expectations for corporate partners.

• The consistency and longevity of its involvement with McCoy College.

• How the organization embodies McCoy values—leadership, integrity, innovation, and service—through its relationship with the College and its role in developing McCoy students as future business leaders.
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