Finance Students Witness History
FGCU Students Attend Historic Shareholders Meeting
Five FGCU business students traveled to Omaha, Nebraska, for the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting — and witnessed history. Legendary CEO Warren Buffett announced his retirement after 60 years, making the event a once-in-a-lifetime moment for attendees, including FGCU’s Eagle Fund participants.
The Eagle Fund is a student-managed investment portfolio that holds shares of Berkshire Hathaway. Students gain hands-on experience managing real assets, preparing them for careers in finance. Their shareholder status gave them access to the meeting, often called “the Woodstock of capitalism.”
Finance graduate Nicholas Malik described the atmosphere as “electric but bittersweet.” He and fellow student Kennon Moore reflected on Buffett’s wisdom, integrity and long-term investment philosophy. Moore, a devoted Buffett fan, even skipped his own graduation to attend.
Faculty adviser Ronald Mushock called the experience “resume gold,” reinforcing FGCU’s commitment to experiential learning. Students left inspired, more confident and better prepared for careers in financial services.
“Being part of the Eagle Fund sharpened my skills in equity analysis and portfolio management,” Malik said. “This trip reminded me why lifelong learning and integrity matter in leadership.”