“Enhancing Cottey’s Business Student Experience Toward Empowered Graduates.”

The Clark Institute for Women in Business was established in Spring 2020 and named in recognition of a gift to the college by donor Linda Clark.

Vision

The vision of the Clark Institute is to be known as one of the nation’s premier women’s Business Administration programs through hands-on, real-world work experiences, innovative business practices, unique internship opportunities, and an environment where students can explore different interests.

Mission

To empower students with experiences and opportunities in a unique, professional, diverse, collaborative, and inspiring environment, preparing them to competitively enter the workforce equipped with real-world experience.

The Clark Institute for Women in Business upholds Cottey’s vision through three pillars:

1. Enriching Knowledge: Offering quality business courses and extracurricular experiences.
2. Broadening Global Perspectives: Increase awareness about different business practices across the world through hands-on experiences.
3. Respecting Differences

Opportunities within the Clark Institute include: