Do you know how smart your classmates are?

By Maddie Darmstadt

Stonehill business majors are delving into the world of professional opportunities through the International Business Honor Society known as Beta Gamma Sigma. 

After their fall semester junior year, the top 10% of business students at the College are invited to join Beta Gamma Sigma or BGS. While there is a membership fee, the experience grants student’s lifetime recognition and access to an exclusive network of members.  

BGA members are located in over 190 countries according to its website. This global reach helps connect members in the Stonehill chapter to other business students and industry leaders, allowing for endless professional opportunities throughout the course of members careers, the society notes.  

“Being invited to BGS is a huge accomplishment in and of itself. It grants members great opportunities to network and can make you a super attractive candidate for prospective jobs,” Makayla Strickulis, a senior who is on the E-Board of BGS said.  

Mia Kenmore is the sitting president with seniors Thomas Forde and Allie Tummino making up the rest of the E-Board.  

Forde said the organization was helpful. “BGS gave me an opportunity to be recognized through their purpose points: purpose, leadership, and community. BGS offers unique opportunities beyond the classroom for life,” Forde said.  

Having access to the honor society and networks it provides for life is a huge reason why underclassman business students should focus on remaining eligible for the society the E-Board members said.  

The Stonehill chapter also serves the community as well. Last semester members volunteered with My Brother’s Keeper around the holidays and are looking for more opportunities to volunteer this semester. 

Business students eligible for BGS who can afford the membership fee shouldn’t worry. “We fundraise to create meaningful opportunities for the next generation of business leaders. The funds will be used for financial assistance so that all qualified students, regardless of circumstance, can be part of our chapter.” Strickulis said.