Stories from graduate students at Fisher College of Business
Fisher Career Day Photo with Brutus and General Mills, my upcoming internship employer. Reflections on my First Semester of the MHRM

Nick Sanchez-Zarkos

MHRMMHRMAs semester one of the MHRM program comes to a close, join me as I reflect on learnings and takeaways from the first five months of my graduate program, and what I hope to take from my final two semesters. 3598/blogs/gradlife/2024/12/09/reflections-my-first-semester-mhrm
OSU Oval Reflections and Resilience: Lessons from a Transformative Year

Rishita Saha

Full Time MBAAuthor: Rishita Saha,  Full-Time MBA As the year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on an incredible journey filled with challenges, discoveries, and growth. Balancing the demands of an MBA program at Fisher College of Business with my roles as a graduate assistant, and student of product management, marketing, and analytics has been transformative. Here are some of the key learnings and insights that shaped my year3597/blogs/gradlife/2024/12/06/reflections-and-resilience-lessons-a-transformative-year
Members of the MAcc Program at a Football Game How the Fisher MAcc Program is Helping Me Develop Soft Skills for My Career

Brig Taylor

Career Stuff, Fisher College of Business, MAcc, Professional Development, Social Events, Alumni and Current Students, Fisher Faculty and Staff#OhioStateMAcc, #FisherMAcc, #FisherCollegeOfBusiness, #SoftSkillsInAccounting, #GraduateAccountingProgram, #MAccStudentLife, #ProfessionalDevelopment, #NetworkingInAccounting, #AccountingCareerPreparation, #TeamworkInGradSchool, #PublicSpeakingSkills, #AccountingSoftSkills, #GroupProjectsInGradSchool, #CareerSuccessInAccounting, #GradSchoolNetworking, #MAccProgramAtOhioState, #BuildingProfessionalSkills, #CommunicationSkillsInAccountingAuthor: Brig Taylor,  MAcc3596/blogs/gradlife/2024/12/04/how-fisher-macc-program-helping-me-develop-soft-skills-my-career
Jersey Boys Theatre Play From Stage to Strategy: Business Lessons from Jersey Boys Theatre Play

Ezichi Adanna Anokwuru

Campus Life, Class, Full Time MBA#MBALifeAuthor: Ezichi Adanna Anokwuru, Full-Time MBALast week, I attended the acclaimed musical Jersey Boys by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice, which tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. While the show featured unforgettable music, it also offered surprising lessons that connect to concepts I’ve learned in business school at Fisher College of Business.3595/blogs/gradlife/2024/12/03/stage-strategy-business-lessons-jersey-boys-theatre-play
Ohio State Buckeyes Football 5 Tips for Locking In and Having Fun at the Same Time!

Zach Abraham

MAcc#MAccProgramAtOhioStateLife as a Master of Accounting (MAcc) student at The Ohio State University is fast-paced and demanding, with coursework, projects, and career planning requiring sharp focus and strong time management. Despite these challenges, maintaining balance by staying organized, building relationships, and embracing moments of fun is key to success. The academic rigor of the program sharpens problem-solving skills and fosters collaboration, preparing students for high-pressure roles. Effective organization tools, like Google Calendar, help manage group projects, case studies, and CPA exam preparation. Connecting with peers and faculty through networking events and team projects is equally important. These interactions build a support system and create professional relationships that extend beyond the program. Physical activity provides a mental reset, whether through gym routines or attending Buckeye basketball and football games. Such activities reinforce the importance of self-care alongside academic pursuits. Embracing Columbus’s vibrant offerings, from sporting events to local restaurants, further balances the demanding schedule. Ultimately, the OSU MAcc program is a stepping stone to future success. Staying focused on long-term goals, while prioritizing relationships and moments of joy, ensures students remain motivated and well-rounded amidst the chaos. 3594/blogs/gradlife/2024/12/03/5-tips-locking-and-having-fun-same-time
Career Fairs Navigating External Career Fairs as an MBA student: Receptions

David Guillermo Cascante Mora

Career Stuff#GraduateCareerSupport, #BusinessSchoolCareerFairs, Career, #CareerSearch, #GradSchoolNetworking, #MBANetworking, #NetworkingInGradSchool, #ProfessionalNetworkingNavigating External Career Fairs as an MBA student: Make the best out of the floor and the reception ( my learnings from National Black MBA & Prospanica) 3592/blogs/gradlife/2024/12/02/navigating-external-career-fairs-mba-student-receptions
Woman celebrating getting her Master's degree And That's a Wrap! A Reflection of my Time in Graduate School

Lauren Mendoza

GraduationMHRM, graduation, Reflections, full time offerMy journey as a graduate student at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business is coming to an end, and oh, what a journey it has been! During my four years of undergraduate and 1.5 years of graduate school here at Fisher, I have become better, faster, and stronger. Read more to see what I have accomplished, both tangible and intangible during my time as a double buckeye. And as always, GO BUCKEYES! 3591/blogs/gradlife/2024/12/02/and-thats-a-wrap-a-reflection-my-time-graduate-school
MBA Integrations Integrating Knowledge and Skills to solve Industrial Challenges

Nayab Bari

Full Time MBA#FisherCollegeOfBusiness, MBA, Grad life, first year, Learnings, Class DynamicsHow do we tie it all together? As a Fisher MBA student, I began my journey alongside experienced and accomplished classmates from all walks of life. Our cohort includes PhDs in engineering, successful entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders from a variety of industries across the world. This dynamic learning environment tests our abilities to devise impactful solutions for both traditional and newly emerging business challenges.3590/blogs/gradlife/2024/11/26/integrating-knowledge-and-skills-solve-industrial-challenges
Sergio with his older daughter Taking the Leap

Sérgio Ribeiro Da Silva

SMFfamily, Reflections, moving to Columbus, SMFAs I stood in the empty apartment, memories flooded my mind, evoking a bittersweet mix of emotions about leaving behind the life my family and I had built. After nearly two years of preparation, I faced the daunting leap into the unknown, driven by a deeper purpose: to inspire my daughters to pursue their dreams fearlessly. With my family’s unwavering support, I closed the door behind me, ready to embrace the uncertainties ahead and discover what the future holds. 3589/blogs/gradlife/2024/11/04/taking-leap