Libby Egnor, 25 Years

Tell us about your career at Emory.

Libby is the associate dean of Goizueta Business School.

I began my career at Emory in the International Programs Office at Goizueta, focusing on study abroad and international student orientation for the MBA program. I also became involved in MBA recruiting and helped the school become a member of the Forte Foundation, which encourages women to pursue graduate business education. Later, I transitioned into undergraduate admissions and eventually became assistant, then associate dean of the BBA Program. In 2007, I helped launch the Goizueta Scholars Program and have led it ever since.

What are some of your favorite memories of your time at Emory?

One of my favorite traditions is chaperoning the BBA ski trip, something I have done eighteen times. We take students to North Carolina for a weekend of skiing and PE credit. I also host an annual Thanksgiving dinner, affectionately known as Scholarsgiving, for the Goizueta Scholars. Each year, 25 to 30 students gather at my home for a sit-down dinner. Another special tradition is giving a novel to each graduating Goizueta Scholar. I love reading fiction, and since students rarely have time for pleasure reading during college, I choose a favorite book, host a dinner, and encourage them to read it and share their thoughts with me after graduation.

St. Patrick’s Day at 'Kegs in the Courtyard', featuring Declan Clear, director of International Programs, in full leprechaun gear.

What are some of the most significant changes you have witnessed over the course of your career?

The growth of the undergraduate program has had the greatest impact on my career. When I first started overseeing admissions, we graduated about 270 BBA students each year. This past year, our graduating class was over 500. More than half of our students also pursue a major in Emory College, so the program has expanded significantly in both size and scope.

Is there anything you miss from back in the day?

I miss knowing every BBA student personally. When the program was smaller, it was easier to build relationships with the entire class. While it is exciting to have so many students, I do miss that being so familiar with all of our students.

What do you hope for the future of Emory?

I hope Emory continues to innovate and inspire, and to lead even when it’s difficult to do so. Our students arrive with tremendous potential, and my greatest hope is that we keep challenging them to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact.

Anything else you would like to share?

My younger son is starting at Emory this fall, and my older son is entering the School of Nursing. So both of my children will be Emory alumni. We are proud to be a family of Eagles!