A bold vision for the future of health care
Meet Mark and Sheri McKenna.
Established through a generous gift from ASU alumni Mark and Sheri McKenna, the McKenna Life Sciences, Business and Entrepreneurship Program reflects the couple’s shared commitment to advancing innovation in health care. Both are graduates of the W. P. Carey School of Business class of 2002 — Mark in marketing and Sheri in finance and marketing. Their combined passion for bridging life sciences, business, and entrepreneurship is now paving the way for future generations of changemakers.
The McKennas’ gift supports a bold vision: to equip students with the interdisciplinary tools, experiences, and networks needed to lead the future of health care, which combines academic excellence with real-world experience and industry access. Students earn two bachelor’s degrees — one in finance and one in a natural science discipline, choosing from biological sciences (biomedical sciences), data science, biochemistry (medicinal chemistry), biochemistry, or neuroscience — plus a certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation, all within four years. The program culminates in a senior capstone project that applies scientific knowledge and business acumen to real-world industry challenges.
“When I was a student at ASU, I saw firsthand how powerful it is to think beyond one discipline. This program exists to help students combine their passions in life sciences and business — and to accelerate the kind of breakthrough ideas that can improve lives around the world," said Mark, who received the ASU Alumni Achievement Award in 2025 for excelling in his profession and contributing to ASU, the ASU Alumni Association, and the community.