Marketing

Introduction

Students in the Department of Marketing master how to create value for consumers, stakeholders, and society at large. As a core function of both public and private sectors, our program emphasizes career-ready certifications, applied learning, data analytics, and societal impact. You will thrive through direct access to an active alumni network and faculty dedicated to your professional trajectory. Graduates emerge with a robust business foundation complemented by diverse non-business disciplines—a reflection of our commitment to preparing you for a meaningful life and a high-impact career.

Faculty

CATHERINE ARMSTRONG SOULE (2014) Chair and Professor. BA, University of Montana; MBA, University of Montana; PhD, University of Oregon.
EDWIN A. LOVE (2008) Professor. BA, The Evergreen State College; MBA, University of Arizona; Ph.D, University of Washington.
SARA BASKENLTI (2018) Associate Professor. BS, Bilkent University; MS, Middle East Technical University; MS, University of Cincinnati; PhD, City University of New York.
TEJVIR SEKHON (2017) Associate Professor. BE, University of Delhi; MBA, Indian Institute of Management; Ph.D., Marketing, Boston University Questrom School of Business.
MARK G. STATON (2012) Associate Professor. BA, University of Virginia; MBA Boston University; MS, PhD, University of Washington.

Adjunct Faculty

LILIANA DECK (2020) Instructor. BA, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana; MBA, Western Washington University; PhD, University of San Francsico.
CARMELL EMORY (2022) Instructor. BA, University of Washington; MBA, Stockholm University.
BILL MILLER (2014) Instructor. BA, Washington State University; MBA, Pepperine Graziadio Business School.
DAN PURDY (2007) Senior Instructor. BA, MBA, Western Washington University.
BYONG-DUK RHEE (2025) Instructor. BA, Yonsei University; PhD, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
MAX BARAHONA (2025) Instructor. BA, Universidad Austral de Chile; MA, Eastern Michigan University; PhD, University of Montpellier.

Programs

Undergraduate Major

Business Administration — Marketing Concentration, BA

Courses

Marketing

Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. NOTE: Not all courses are offered every year. Many elective courses are offered only once each year. See the online Timetable of Classes for current offerings. Consult department for answers to specific questions.