For more than 15 years, Kevin Graetz has raised venture capital for firms such as Bloom Energy through his strong relationships with prominent Silicon Valley figures. To prepare for his career in private equity and venture capital, Kevin Graetz earned a BA in economics from Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU).
For more than 175 years, OWU has been providing students with a rigorous liberal arts education in Central Ohio. Today, the University features small classes led by prominent faculty members who encourage critical thinking, creative problem solving, and clear communication through dozens of majors and minors. Among other well-respected programs, OWU offers a bachelor’s degree in economics.
Economics majors at OWU participate in a dynamic, challenging curriculum that incorporates the traditional study of economic principles with a sound understanding of the role of economics in larger society. To further enrich the experience, economics students have access to the Woltemade Center for Economics, Business, and Entrepreneurship.
Launched in 1985, the Woltemade Center maintains a range of fellowships, speaking events, internships, and other holistic programs that help economics and business students at the University put their academic studies into real-world practice. Among other programs, the Economics Management Fellows Program at the center accepts 15-20 incoming freshmen students annually for focused mentoring, travel opportunities, and other perks that will help them develop their careers.
