Stories from graduate students at Fisher College of Business
Fisher during my May 2024 undergrad graduation Why I Picked Fisher for Grad School- and Why You Should Too!

Nick Sanchez-Zarkos

MHRMThinking about graduate school? Wondering what makes Fisher stand out or what would make someone want to be a two-time Fisher alumni? There are countless reasons why The Ohio State Fisher College of Business is a great pick for your graduate degree- but here are a few of mine! 3588/blogs/gradlife/2024/11/01/why-i-picked-fisher-grad-school-and-why-you-should-too
Lauren Mendoza Selfie What if I told you you can have it all? A Guide to Balance, Career Success, and Happiness

Lauren Mendoza

MHRMwork life balance, time management, Success, happiness, balanceYou can get your work done, have fun, and do what you need to for your self-care in graduate school. Here's how I do it--and I know you can, too! 3587/blogs/gradlife/2024/11/01/what-if-i-told-you-you-can-have-it-all-a-guide-balance-career-success-and-happiness
Ohio Fall Foliage How Fisher’s MAcc Program at The Ohio State University is Jumpstarting My Career

Brig Taylor

Career Stuff, Fisher College of Business, Graduation, MAcc, Professional Development, Alumni and Current Students, Fisher Faculty and Staff#OhioStateMAcc, #CareerSearch, #NetworkingInGradSchool, #JobHuntSuccess, #AccountingCareer, #MAccProgram, #GraduateCareerSupport, #BusinessSchoolCareerFairs, #FisherCollegeOfBusiness, #AlumniConnections, #AccountingProfessionals, #GradSchoolNetworkingAs my graduation in May approaches, I’m amazed at how much Fisher’s two-semester MAcc program at The Ohio State University has aided my job search. In just a few months, I’ve gained valuable professional connections, explored potential employers, and received incredible guidance from faculty and alums—all of which have set me up for success.3586/blogs/gradlife/2024/10/29/how-fishers-macc-program-ohio-state-university-jumpstarting-my-career
Guardians Game with Friends Working Hard and Playing Hard: 5 Takeaways from Playoff Baseball

Zach Abraham

Social Events#MAcc, #MAccExperience, #SocialEvents, #Cleveland, #GoGuards!, #Baseball, #BuckeyeLife, #BuildingConnectionsInGradSchoolHello everyone! I'm back with another blog post! I hope you’re enjoying the crisp October air because today we’re discussing something exciting this month brings—Playoff Baseball! Recently, I attended a Cleveland Guardians playoff game with my classmates from the MAcc program, and it reminded me of the importance of balancing work and play in grad school. In this post, I share five key takeaways from the game, highlighting how playoff energy mirrors the drive for success in our studies, the value of bonding beyond the classroom, and how casual experiences like attending a game help build genuine professional connections. I also discuss the importance of balancing hard work with moments of fun to avoid burnout and how teamwork and leadership show up both on and off the field. Attending that game with classmates was a powerful reminder that grad school isn’t just about academics; it’s about building lasting relationships and creating shared memories that enrich the experience. Enjoy the post, Go Guards, and Go Bucks! 35843 min read /blogs/gradlife/2024/10/24/working-hard-and-playing-hard-5-takeaways-playoff-baseball
Jack O Lantern festival Fall-ing in Love with Columbus

Rishita Saha

Exploring ColumbusColumbus, Fall Fest, Exploring ColumbusAs summer’s warmth fades and a crisp breeze begins to sweep through the air, Columbus is bathed in the golden light of autumn. The trees blush with brilliant reds, oranges, and yellows, transforming the city’s streets and parks into vibrant, living art. There's something magical about fall—the way the earth seems to slow down, the quiet crunch of leaves underfoot, and the sweet, comforting scent of apple cider and pumpkin spice in the air. It’s a season that invites us to pause, reflect, and celebrate the harvest and beauty all around us.3583/blogs/gradlife/2024/10/15/fall-ing-love-columbus
OSU's MBA Class of 26’ at Nestle We are "Day-Zero Ready" at Fisher

Nayab Bari

Professional DevelopmentAs our Director Dr. Lori Kendall says, “Our MBAs are Day-Zero Ready” – her vision is reflected well in the structure of our MBA program. Diving deep into an ocean of academic knowledge is customary of almost all MBA programs across the board, but what sets our journey truly apart is the immediate access to the industry.  Without any additional requirements or fee we are given the opportunity to be a part of one of the four Career and Industry Immersion Academies (CIIAs), including: 3582/blogs/gradlife/2024/10/15/we-are-day-zero-ready-fisher
Fisher MBA students listening attentively during a Nestlé executive info session Fisher’s Experiential Learning in Action – From Nestlé Insights to Alumni Networking in Cleveland

Abhishek Kumar

Full Time MBA#MBANetworking, #FisherCollegeOfBusiness, #MBALifeFisher’s focus on real-world learning shines through its unique Career Academies, which emphasize hands-on, experiential education. Our MBA Class of 2026 recently engaged in a Nestlé excursion featuring mini-case presentations and executive insights, started by an Alumni Mixer in Cleveland. These immersive Career Academy experiences develop industry perspectives and foster connections, preparing us to lead with agility and confidence in our careers. 3581/blogs/gradlife/2024/10/13/fishers-experiential-learning-action-nestle-insights-alumni-networking-cleveland
The Castle and the Farm Getting out of Columbus for a bit

David Guillermo Cascante Mora

Community Service, Exploring Columbus, Fisher College of Business, Full Time MBA, Social EventsActivities, #FisherCollegeOfBusiness, Fisher College of Business MBA, Full time MBA, Full-Time MBALet's find some activities outside Columbus. 35802 min read /blogs/gradlife/2024/10/08/getting-out-columbus-a-bit
2024 MHRM Case Competition MHRM Case Study- What to know and do to have a great experience!

Nick Sanchez-Zarkos

MHRMFisher MHRM students recently completed the annual PepsiCo sponsored case competition, a 24-hour competition where upcoming December 2025 grads were grouped into teams of four or five students and tasked with developing and presenting a solution to a real-world business challenge. 3579/blogs/gradlife/2024/10/02/mhrm-case-study-what-know-and-do-have-a-great-experience