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Ohio State seal on the Oval during a sunny Fall day
October 23, 2020
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Leadership conference serving unique needs of military veteran students

Incoming students who have served our country are being given a special opportunity.
Recent Ohio State grad seeks to raise $52 million for nonprofits one dollar at a time
July 29, 2020
The Columbus Dispatch

Recent Ohio State grad seeks to raise $52 million for nonprofits one dollar at a time

Read about the positive impact that Imran Nuri (BSBA '20) has made in the Columbus community through the work of his own newly launched nonprofit effort, the 52 Million Project. The concept behind his organization is simple: donors pledge to donate $1 a week for a year, and every week a portion is donated to a different nonprofit in the region.
Dr. Tim Judge
July 22, 2020
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Top-cited leadership scholar honored with career achievement award

One of the world’s most influential researchers is being recognized for his contributions to the field of human resource management.
Frank Abagnale sits in front of an open bank vault
June 19, 2020
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Former criminal and Hollywood inspiration opens up about ethical transformation

The man behind a famous Steven Spielberg movie shares his tale of ethical transformation.
Students engaged in presentation by Dean Makhija
June 17, 2020
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Dean's Leadership Academy students adapt service projects after COVID-19

Students enrolled in the Dean's Leadership Academy quickly adjusted their project plans to benefit those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stock image of an anti-racism protest
June 12, 2020
Fisher College of Business

There's a Better Way Podcast: Equality vs. equity

As part of the There's a Better Way podcast series, Dr. Cynthia Turner, chief diversity officer and assistant dean at Fisher, discusses the history of the black community in America, the difference between equality and equity, and the need for action from both the individual and the institution in fighting against systemic racism.
Leading the way from a pivotal role
June 10, 2020
The Ohio State University Alumni Association

Leading the way from a pivotal role

Responding to massive challenges such as the coronavirus pandemic requires the ability to skillfully perform as part of an ensemble cast. It’s hard to imagine anyone better suited for the role than Andrew Thomas (MD ’95, MBA '00), chief clinical officer of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
President Drake discusses leading in unprecedented times
June 5, 2020
The Ohio State University

President Drake discusses leading in unprecedented times

As Ohio State University leaders entered a rapid decision-making mode in early March to prepare the university’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, President Michael V. Drake’s goal, given the very high stakes, was to “overreact slightly rather than under-react at all.” Drake revealed this strategy and shared insights about leading the university through the pandemic as part of the Max M. Fisher College of Business Webinar Series.
N95 masks
May 15, 2020
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Will Lange (BSBA ’00): Equipping those who protect us 

What happens when you’re able to spot a deadly pandemic, but the playbook for responding to it is a century old? 
For alumnus Will Lange, president and general manager of Honeywell’s Personal Protective Equipment division, the answer meant acting quickly and decisively in the face of the COVID-19 outbreak.  
Fisher students in front of ornate buildings in Portugal
April 15, 2020
Max M. Fisher College of Business

FisherStrong: Global teamwork amid a global pandemic

As countries around the world reacted in real-time to the rapid spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, staff and faculty members working with Fisher’s Office of Global Business (OGB) quickly found themselves leading responses that would directly impact the safety and educational well-being of dozens of students.
Watershed Distillery pivots from gin to hand sanitizer
April 3, 2020
WOSU

Alumnus leads Watershed Distillery's pivot from gin to hand sanitizer

In addition to producing bourbon, gin and other liquors, Columbus distillery Watershed is now making and selling its own hand sanitizer. Owner Greg Lehman (BSBA '01) says it's the company's way of keeping people safe during the COVID-19 pandemic while also bringing back employees who had been laid off.
At Acura, premium cars start with inspired engineers
March 25, 2020
Bustle

At Acura, premium cars start with inspired engineers

Hard working, academically talented and naturally curious, Sarah Boylan has always placed a premium on education. Check out her journey to becoming an engineer at Acura, and how a business leadership certification she earned at Fisher is complementing her engineering skills at the auto manufacturer.
2020 Student Pace Setter Award winners
March 13, 2020
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Service, engagement, academic excellence honored at 2020 Pace Setters Awards

Fisher College of Business recognized the many contributions of its top students, educators and leaders at the college’s 2020 Pace Setters Awards event.
Sesquicentennial Scholars graphic reading 150: 1870-2020
February 18, 2020
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Leadership through scholarship

From marketing to finance, undergraduate to graduate, Fisher is proud of the talented students named to Ohio State’s Sesquicentennial Student Scholar Leadership Program. Their academic excellence, engagement as students and passion and drive are moving our land-grant mission forward.
Zac Zies on Ohio State's campus
February 17, 2020
Max M. Fisher College of Business

A passion for business proves stronger than disability

Zac Zies, a leader and advocate, shares his journey to a career in logistics while facing overwhelming adversity.

2019 Alumni Award recipients
October 31, 2019
Max M. Fisher College of Business

2019 Alumni Award winners recognized for their leadership, global impact and service

As part of its 2019 Alumni Awards celebration, The Ohio State University Max M. Fisher College of Business proudly honored six individuals for their leadership, dedication and service across a number of industries and in communities throughout the United States.
Mason Hall and the Fisher quad
September 24, 2019
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Judge, Hu named top leadership scholars

Two faculty members in Fisher’s Department of Management and Human Resources have been named top leadership scholars by The Leadership Quarterly, a peer-reviewed publication focused on the scientific study of leadership.
Dean's Leadership Academy participants gather for group photo
August 22, 2019
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Dean’s Leadership Academy builds leaders of tomorrow

Student Josh Wiseley avoided conflict and speaking up for himself upon his arrival at The Ohio State University. However, his experience with the Dean’s Leadership Academy through the Fisher Leadership Initiative helped him come out of his shell, discover self-confidence and embrace his ability to lead.
Paula Bennett
August 5, 2019
AACSB

How mentorship spurred retail careers of two AACSB Influential Leaders

Paula Bennett (BSBA '71) established herself as a leader in the retail industry and was recently recognized by the AACSB as an Influential Leader. Bennett attributes much of her success to the mentor relationships that started at Fisher.
Daniel Baker in front of classroom explains his powerpoint presentation
May 13, 2019
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Leadership Grant Conference ushers in new waves of research

Daniel Baker had “an itch” he had wanted to scratch for a while. That itch began in North Carolina when he worked with law enforcement in probation an
Alumnae Paula Bennett, Camille Gibson, Angel Harris and Kara Trott participate in a panel discussion.
April 9, 2019
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Women’s Conference informs and inspires others

Malika Jacobs (MBA ’10) stepped into ballroom of the Blackwell Inn to attend the 2019 Women’s Leadership Conference. Already slated to lead one of the
Austin Ward: A role model in the making
March 26, 2019
The Ohio State University

Austin Ward: A role model in the making

Austin Ward, a third-year finance major, is working to inspire his community by sharing the many experiences he’s had at Ohio State and leaving things better than they were when he found them.
March 22, 2019
The Ohio State University

A mission to help those forgotten

Christian McGhee discovered his potential at Ohio State, and now the Fisher student and recipient of the President's Prize, is fighting youth homelessness. 
Five 2019 Pace Setters winners hold their awards
March 5, 2019
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Excellence, achievement honored at 2019 Pace Setters

Achievement, excellence and demonstrated leadership by Fisher students and faculty were recently recognized at the college’s 2019 Pace Setters Awards event.
Female Leader Panel
March 4, 2019
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Panel connects students with successful female leaders

Alexandra Parrish walked out of a recent Leadership and Character class with fresh insight from three successful leaders with deep ties to Fisher and Ohio State: Paula Bennett, Rachel Friedman and Elizabeth Mily.