Neeley Fellows
Neeley Fellows is TCU Neeley’s premier undergraduate honors program. Each year, approximately 30 exceptional first-year students are selected for this rigorous, three-year experience focused on academic excellence, leadership and professional development.
About the Program
Inspired by Challenge. Driven to Excellence. Supported by Community.
Neeley Fellows combines enhanced academic coursework with experiential learning, professional development and a strong community of peers and alumni. Students engage deeply with business concepts while building leadership and communication skills.
Program Experience & Curriculum
Students engage in hands-on learning, enhanced coursework and professional development alongside a cohort of high-achieving peers.
- Domestic and international travel experiences
- Alumni mentorship and networking opportunities
- Hands-on projects and real-world business exposure
- Enhanced versions of core business courses
- In-depth analysis and discussion-based learning
- Weekly professional development labs and coaching
- Senior capstone project integrating academic and experiential learning
Academic Excellence and Professionalism
Stretch beyond the classroom through travel, company visits and a community focused on growth and connection. See how students build leadership skills, develop professional relationships and gain real-world perspective through hands-on experiences.
Competitive Advantage
Neeley Fellows graduates are recognized for academic excellence, leadership and strong professional outcomes. The program builds a foundation for success in top organizations and graduate programs.
Apply to Neeley Fellows
Learn more about the application process, requirements and expectations for joining the program.
Key Contacts:
Culture & Recognition
Neeley Fellows is built around a close-knit community of high-achieving students committed to academic excellence, leadership development and personal growth. Through shared experiences, alumni engagement and cohort-based learning, students develop lasting relationships and a strong sense of connection within the Neeley Fellows community.
In 2021, a group of Neeley Fellows developed this mantra to honor faculty member Dr.
Rob Rhodes and reflect the culture of the program.
Learning to Be Wrong Willingly
Learning to Succeed Humbly
Learning to Ask Questions Thoughtfully
Learning to Value Relationships
Learning to Live with Integrity
“...and just maybe, you’ll not just learn to change the world, but you will actually
change it, one small step at a time.”
Neeley Fellows who exemplify the values of the program are recognized annually through
the Learning Mantra Award.
Sara Kane
Class of 2025
Gabby Sandberg
Class of 2026
Luke Campbell
Class of 2027
Matthew Galloway
Class of 2024
Andrew Holden
Class of 2025
Emma Sweeney
Class of 2026
Claire Ponder
Class of 2025
Kayla Mullin
Class of 2024
Bryce Hopper
Class of 2024
Blakley Pate
Class of 2023
Curriculum Overview
Neeley Fellows complete an enhanced curriculum as a cohort throughout the program. Because these courses are taken within the Fellows experience and cannot be repeated, interested students should consult with their academic advisor before enrolling in business core courses during their first year to maintain eligibility for the program.
Fall
- Fundamentals of Accounting
- Marketing Management
Spring
- Financial Management
- Business Information Systems
Fall
- Organization Behavior and Strategy
- Business Analytics
Spring
- Global Business with an Ethical Lens
- Eight-week course with international trip required for students not participating in a full semester abroad
Fall
- Neeley Fellows Capstone Course
Student & Alumni Boards
Katherine Grace
President
Jude Cunningham
VP of Operations
Brady Lane
VP of Alumni Relations
Ellie Grau
VP of Recruitment
Josephine Hinds
VP of Marketing (Design)
Gianna Bucci
VP of Marketing (Social Media)
Izzy Dodge
VP Membership & Programming (International)
Abie Dukelow
VP Membership & Programming (Junior Role)
Logan Kohler
VP Membership & Programming (Sophomore Role)
Carson Green
Senior Liaison
Kelsey Werner
President
Pepsico, Marketing Director - Portfolio Communications & Programming
Brooks Anthony
Connections Chair
Jasper Ridge Partners, Tax Senior
Sydney Galloway
Coaching Chair
Manager, Global Strategy Yum Digital & Technology
Payton Anderson
Admission Chair
Senior University Recruiter, Bell Flight
Kaity Butcher
Community Promotions Chair
Microsoft, Senior Brand Marketing Manager
Dominic Micheli
President-Elect
Nova Street Partners, Managing Partner
Mary D'Alise
Connections Chair-Elect
3030 Investors, Director of Operations and Accounting
Kat James
Coaching Chair-Elect
Cheniere Energy, Trader
Tram Nguyen
Admission Chair-Elect
Baylor University, PhD in Entrepreneurship
Claire O'Connor
Community Promotions Chair-Elect
DaVita, Growth Strategy Manager
Jason Hartman, 2009
Wardah Iqbal, 2010
Brooks Anthony, 2014
Madelyn Stanley, 2017
Demi Fritz, 2018
Sarah Goldberg, 2020
Michael Solomon, 2021
Claire O'Connor, 2022
Teny Noordermeer, 2023
Kat Humrichouse, 2024
Ashley Gemoets, 2025
Katie Siddons, 2026