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COBA Centers

COBA’s centers connect students with real-world experience, industry experts, and career opportunities through innovation, leadership, and professional development.
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Explore our Centers

  • Center for Building Business Professional

    Career readiness programs, workshops, and employer networking events for COBA students.

  • CITE

    The Center for Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship (CITE) offers hands-on innovation labs, pitch competitions, and entrepreneurial mentorship.

  • VITA

    Bearkat Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) provides free tax filing services for the public, led by IRS-certified student volunteers.

  • Gibson D. Lewis Center

    Gibson D. Lewis Center for Business and Economic Development conducts applied economic research and regional impact reports for community advancement.

  • Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

    Business consulting and training to help startups and entrepreneurs grow.

  • Smith-Hutson Endowed Chair of Banking

    Connects students with industry leaders, providing hands-on learning, professional mentorship, and career opportunities in banking and finance.

  • Smith-Hutson Financial Center (Coming Soon)

    Finance lab with Bloomberg terminals, student-managed investment fund, and hands-on financial training.