Business in Society
29 April 2024

State of the School: Momentum, Gratitude Permeate Reunion Weekend

Dean Scott Beardsley projected two key themes — strength and gratitude — across the University of Virginia Darden School of Business during his Reunion Weekend address to alumni and supporters.

24 April 2024

Darden Celebrates ‘Stop Food Waste Day’ With Launch of Two New Initiatives

This Stop Food Waste Day, the University of Virginia Darden School of Business is announcing two new partnerships that combat food waste on North Grounds. Additionally, Darden’s dining service, FLIK Hospitality, is raising awareness with special no-waste menu items.

22 April 2024

Earth Day in Review: A Year of Sustainability Wins at Darden

Students, staff and faculty at Darden work hard to pursue the school’s 2030 sustainability goals, and this Earth Day we are highlighting successes from the past year, including a No. 1 Carbon Footprint ranking, sustainability leadership awards, student successes and more.

04 April 2024

Why the Gender Pay Gap Persists in American Businesses

Darden professor Allison Elias, author of "The Rise of Corporate Feminism," on the history of the continuing gender pay gap, where things stand today and new research on possible solutions.

25 March 2024

How Reading The Morning Paper Inspired an Alumnus’ Mission to Shape Ethical Leadership

Late last year, Bachand and wife Phyllis — both members of Darden’s Principal Donors Society — made a significant commitment to the University of Virginia. Their $5 million gift, matched by an additional $5 million from the University's Bicentennial Professors Fund, established the Stephen E. Bachand University Professorship in support of business ethics.

20 March 2024

Darden Alumni’s Sustainable Energy Company Named to ‘World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024’ List

Fast Company has named Darden alumni-founded company Husk Power Systems to their list of The World's Most Innovative Companies for 2024, including a number one ranking in the energy category.