Alumni & Friends News

Karl Frey
August 23, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Professor’s dedication inspires alum’s continued engagement

When Karl Frey (BSBA ’89) was pursuing his degree in accounting at Fisher, he received some sage advice.“Be willing to try different things and be ope
A view of Fisher Hall on Fisher's campus.
August 10, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

2017 Alumni Award recipients announced

The Fisher College of Business community will gather in October to recognize five business, community and educational leaders as recipients of the col
Pelotonia riders on their bikes on the road
August 3, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Fisher staff, students ride to end cancer

For each Pelotonia participant, motivations behind why they ride are as personal and individualized as the cyclists themselves. But they share in a co
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For Chauncey Kimble, a senior in logistics management, Pelotonia 2017 was his first ride. He was motivated to participate in the 25-mile ride because David Renner’s interest in Pelotonia began with his first ride in 2010. This year, he’ll begin his third year of Fisher’s MBA for Working ProfessionalAdam Watson graduated from Fisher in May 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in finance. This year, he completed his fist 100-mile Pelotonia ride, but it waJeffrey Rice, associate to the dean for staff professional development and executive director of Fisher’s Office of Career Management, completed his t
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August 2, 2017
Dayton Daily News

Young entrepreneur to launch her own local ice cream shop

It’s a delicious way to utilize a fresh business-administration degree.
Students working collaboratively on a global project.
July 18, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Students make social impact in projects in Nepal, India

Tasked with solving unique challenges halfway around the world, nine Fisher undergraduate students had the opportunity to put their business skills to
Group of alumni hold up arms in "O" of O-H-I-O in Hong Kong
July 13, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Dean Makhija engages with alumni and friends in Asia

As it embarks on a second century of creating leaders equipped to make impacts around the world, Fisher College of Business recently took advantage of
Jennifer Kerns portrait
July 11, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Meet Jennifer Kerns (BSBA ’01)

Jennifer Kerns is no stranger to success. Since she graduated from Fisher in 2001, she has launched a successful marketing consulting firm, JK Communi
Accounting Careers Awareness Program students gather together.
June 20, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

ACAP-Ohio alumni helping to forge a strong network of leaders

For 22 years, the Accounting Careers Awareness Program (ACAP-Ohio) has provided minority high school students with opportunities to explore career opt
Sam Shim
June 14, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Meet Sam Shim (MBA '97)

Thankful for all that his Fisher MBA made possible in his successful career, Sam Shim gives back by serving his local community and helping to establish the Asian and Pacific Islander Alumni Society at Ohio State.
Large numbers in the garden of constants on Ohio State Campus
May 26, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Accounting alumni among the top performers on CPA exam

Continuing a legacy of accounting excellence at Fisher, two accounting alumni have been honored as among the top performers nationwide on the Certifie
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Kathleen: It’s honestly very surprising — I didn’t even know the award existed when I was sitting for the CPA exam. It certainly makes all the long hoKathleen: It’s a very humbling experience. Although I won this award, I’m still brand new to the profession of accounting and have so much to learn. TKathleen: The most significant take-away from my time at Fisher was the importance of asking questions. It’s one thing to take the law as written and
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Carmine Oliva displays his class ring
May 25, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

After 50 years, class ring a constant reminder of the value of an MBA

There’s something about certain objects and their significance in our lives that compels us to keep them close, regardless of how much time passes or
Fisher Global Council members hold up recognition plaque
May 25, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Fisher Global Council celebrates national exporting honor

Demonstrating the nationwide reach and engagement of the Fisher alumni network, a group of graduates, friends, faculty and staff gathered in Washingto
Commencement
May 18, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Class of 2017 accounting students celebrate commencement

[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbBvhr-wIe0 align:center autoplay:0] The Fisher College of Business community recently gathered to celebrate
May 12, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Silicon Valley Tour connects Fisher MBA, EMBA students with tech leaders

[video:https://youtu.be/SjqS19-80qg align:center autoplay:0]MBA and Executive MBA students at Fisher recently took advantage of an opportunity to enga
Poets & Quants Best & Brightest 2017 logo
May 9, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

MBA alumni honored among Poets & Quants’ Best & Brightest

MBA alumni Matthew Nordman and Tada Yamamoto have been selected by Poets & Quants as part of the publication’s Best & Brightest MBAs Class of 2017.The
Tons of graduates in caps and gowns at commencement
May 7, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Fisher celebrates the Class of 2017 with commencement ceremonies

[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbBvhr-wIe0&feature=youtu.be align:center autoplay:0]The Fisher College of Business community recently gathered
Harley Blakeman in scarlet shirt leans against column with Mason Hall in background
May 5, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Blakeman overcomes past to make futures brighter

There are non-traditional students at Fisher, and then there’s Harley Blakeman.The graduating senior would be the first to characterize his journey to
Individuals sitting around lunch tables a the PwC Diversity program
April 24, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Fisher celebrates, advances diversity and inclusion awareness

As part of Fisher’s longstanding and continued commitment to diversity and inclusion, the college recently hosted a series of key events that both cel
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April 11, 2017
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Student organization honors two alumni during annual event

Businesses that harness the power of innovation reap the rewards of growth, customer loyalty and relevance in the marketplace — whether they’re tech s