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Cole Heidelberger with Harlan Cohen and fellow Fisher students and graduate following the leadership symposium.
November 7, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Embracing risk: Cole Heidelberger takes leadership to heart

Organizing and hosting a student seminar takes courage and negotiation, logistics and leadership skills to create a meaningful event. Third-year finance student Cole Heidelberger utilized those skills and lessons from his experience as part of the Dean’s Leadership Academy to bring a New York Times best-selling author to campus.
Students pause in front of the U.S. and Ohio flags during a solemn moment prior to a Fisher Impact Day event.
October 28, 2024
Fisher College of Business

New scholarship program expands educational access for veterans and military-connected individuals

Fisher College of Business and the National Veterans Leadership Foundation have launched a scholarship initiative to support lifelong learning for military-connected individuals through the college's Executive Education offerings.
Harlan Cohen speaks to students inside Pfahl Hall.
October 18, 2024
The Ohio State University

Ohio State students learn value of embracing risk at leadership event

Motivational speaker and best-selling author Harlan Cohen shared tips for success with Ohio State students as part of a leadership event organized by Fisher students.
A collage with headshots of Fisher's four Homecoming Court representatives.
October 8, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Meet Fisher's 2024 Homecoming Court representatives

Get to know the four Fisher students selected to be on the 2024 Homecoming Court, and learn about the philanthropic causes about which they're passionate.
Alumni of Color Award winners pose with their awards at the event.
September 17, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Alumni of Color Network Weekend celebrates extraordinary graduates

Fisher’s fourth annual Alumni of Color Network Weekend celebrated eight alumni for their work as trailblazers and change agents dedicated to making a positive impact in business and academia. Meet the distinguished graduates who were honored for being leaders in their profession, in business and throughout their communities.
Ohio State Drum Major Clayton Callender holds a mace during a performance at Ohio Stadium
September 3, 2024
The Columbus Dispatch

Ohio State marching band drum major Clayton Callender, keeping TBDBITL on point

Meet Clayton Callender, the third-year accounting student who is leading TBDBITL as drum major for the second straight year.
Worthington Steel EMBA graduates and current students gather for an event at Fisher.
August 21, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Investing in leadership: Fisher’s EMBA and Worthington Steel

Fisher’s Executive MBA (EMBA) takes a vested interest in the development of future business leaders. See how the program’s hands-on approach to analytical strategies, change management principles and global perspectives is changing the way companies like Worthington Steel do business.
An aerial photo of Fisher's campus showing all five buildings.
July 25, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Fisher earns AACSB reaccreditation

Fisher College of Business was one of 86 institutions around the world to earn reaccreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The college's Department of Accounting and MIS also completed the process. Reaccreditation ensures greater access to high-quality business education for learners around the world and businesses seeking top talent.
Interim Dean Trevor Brown folds his arms in a tan suit and scarlet and smiles.
July 15, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Take five with Interim Dean Trevor Brown

Get to know Trevor Brown, Fisher’s new interim dean. Brown, who also serves as dean of The Ohio State University John Glenn College of Public Affairs, is excited to continue the college’s positive momentum in how its educating and engaging with our students, alumni, partners and friends ― all while setting up Fisher’s permanent leader for immediate and sustained success.
Dean Anil Makhija poses with Brutus Buckeye outside of Mason Hall on Fisher Impact Day.
June 24, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Decade as dean: A Q&A with Dean Anil Makhija

Throughout his 10 years as dean of the Max M. Fisher College of Business, Anil Makhija has led the college through exciting changes and challenging times. As he prepares to return to the college’s Department of Finance faculty this month, Dean Makhija spent some time reflecting on the countless accomplishments made possible by the hard work and dedication of so many during his decade as dean.
Members of the Formula Buckeyes business team stand around the car in front of Fisher Hall.
May 31, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Formula Buckeyes: Under the hood

Finance student Christian Connolly has an important job on the Formula Buckeyes project team: securing resources to build the team's SAE car. Learn more about the cross-functional collaboration that earned Formula Buckeyes first place at the 2024 Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) competition, the best result ever by an Ohio State Formula SAE team since its formation 36 years ago.
Fisher students with raised arms in the form of O for O-H-I-O while holding a Case Competition sign
May 9, 2024
Fisher College of Business

International case competitions blend experiential learning and global perspectives

From the Netherlands to Canada, Washington state and virtually, Fisher students showcased their global trade and international business knowledge in several global case competitions this academic year. They put their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to work to create solutions to challenges ranging from sustainability to international markets, cultural integration and human resources.
Students at Ohio State's 2024 Commencement at Ohio Stadium.
May 8, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Fisher and Ohio State communities celebrate the Class of 2024

See how Fisher and Ohio State celebrated the accomplishments and the professional potential of the Class of 2024 graduates, including more than 2,000 Business Buckeyes.
Trish Jefferson portait
April 24, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Jefferson recognized for an unwavering commitment to student success

For more than 20 years, Trish Jefferson has provided an unwavering commitment to excellence and principled leadership, dedication to student success and an ability to foster a collaborative and supportive environment. Those accomplishments earned Jefferson, director of undergraduate admissions and recruitment at Fisher, recognition as a recipient of the university’s Distinguished Staff Award.
Marna Ricker and Anu Saxena discuss powering forward.
April 10, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Women’s Leadership Symposium inspires the Fisher community to drive lasting change

From allyship to finding life balance, personal branding to building financial wealth and so much more, the third annual Women’s Leadership Symposium continued to connect the Fisher community with business leaders and trailblazers for a day of inspirational learning.
Students sing Carmen Ohio at the 2024 Pace Setters Awards ceremony.
March 28, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Principled Buckeyes recognized as Pace Setters

Meet the elite group of leaders selected as 2024 Pace Setters for their passion and purpose in the classroom, throughout academia and in the community.
Women of the Honors Cohort join Paula Bennett at the New York Stock Exchange.
March 21, 2024
Fisher College of Business

Honors Cohort Women in Business Summit connects students with power players and possibilities

What does empowerment look like? The Honors Cohort Women in Business Summit connected top executives and industry leaders with tomorrow’s business professionals for an immersive learning experience in New York City. The event, which showcased the power and reach of Fisher’s network of alumni and friends, explored professional uncertainty and unexpected career turns, navigating tough challenges, and the importance of networking, sacrifice, teamwork and gratitude.
Image of a Charity Newsies monument
February 15, 2024
The Lantern

Honors Cohort collaborates with Charity Newsies for upcoming fashion show fundraiser

As part of the Honors Cohort Impact Challenge, a team of Fisher students is helping a longstanding Columbus charity raise awareness and funding to help children facing clothing insecurity.
Stock image for leadership
December 12, 2023
U.S. News & World Report

Leadership faces the ‘good kind’ of identity crisis

From strongman to collaborative, experts say what we expect of leaders has changed significantly over time. Timothy Judge, executive director of the Fisher Leadership Initiative and chair of the Department of Management and Human Resources, says the public nature of many leadership positions is driving the recent push for integrity among leaders.
Top DEI leaders: Cynthia Turner
December 6, 2023
ProvenBase

Top DEI leaders: Cynthia Turner

Assistant Dean and Chief Diversity Officer Cynthia Turner was among a select group recognized for their exceptional leadership, vision and commitment to driving diversity, equity and inclusion within their respective industries. These leaders have been chosen based on their impactful DEI initiatives, company's diversity statistics and proven track record as trailblazers in diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) space.
Class of 2023 Graduate Aiden Benyarku sits in the 0 of the By the Numbers on campus
December 4, 2023
Fisher College of Business

Decoding technology and business: Aiden Benyarku

What do zeroes and ones mean for the Class of 2023’s Aiden Benyarku? As a soon-to-be product manager at Microsoft, those digits are the foundation of a promising career path that began at Fisher.
Fisher students creating tie blankets during Fisher Impact Day 2023
November 16, 2023
Fisher College of Business

Fisher Impact Day ties the community together

Gathering for a day of service, Fisher students, faculty and staff united in bringing lasting impact to several community organizations. Discover how the student-led Fisher Impact Day came together to help more than 1,300 central Ohio individuals stay warm this winter.
Susan Allen visits the Taj Mahal.
November 7, 2023
Fisher College of Business

Susan Allen has major determination

Gaining an education, leadership skills, traveling the world and serving her country motivated Susan Allen (BSBA ’74) to join the U.S. Army. Discover how this determined Ohio State graduate ascended to the rank of major, started a second career as a lawyer and is giving back to current Buckeyes who share her interest in business and global experiences.
Supply Chain Sustainability Hackathon participants
October 18, 2023
Fisher College of Business

Connecting logistics, sustainability and analytics

The second annual Supply Chain Sustainability Hackathon challenged Ohio State students to balance company profitability with reducing carbon emissions. Learn how they incorporated analytics and creativity in pitching ideas to help companies become more resilient, transparent and environmentally friendly.
Fisher Alumni Awards honorees with their awards group photo
October 12, 2023
Fisher College of Business

Celebrating an anniversary of alumni excellence

Fisher celebrated 30 years of alumni accomplishment by recognizing six individuals for their significant impact as leaders, professionals and citizens. Meet the graduates who, by the virtue of their hard work and selflessness, exemplify the college’s legacy of excellence and were named 2023 Alumni Award recipients.