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Group of students creating no sew flannel fleece blankets
November 24, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

In service of others: Fisher gathers to give back to the community

Over 1,000 members of the Fisher community gathered on Veterans Day for a day of service, making an impact on several greater Columbus nonprofits. From creating flowers, blankets and cards on campus to cleaning a medical specialty camp for children with serious illnesses, Fisher Impact Day reached more than 5,000 people in need.
Jeff Dotson teaches during an undergraduate class.
November 10, 2025
Columbus Business First

Ohio State launches $49 intro course on using ChatGPT for small business

Associate Professor of Marketing Jeff Dotson is at the forefront of an introductory AI course for small business owners. "The target audience I had in my mind was my mom," he says.
Group of four women, including Olivia Tyka, holding Steve Madden fans
November 5, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Shoes, shirts and sugar: Olivia Tyka’s operations journey

From holiday markets to art exhibits and factory closings, Olivia Tyka has explored unique business opportunities through internships, leadership and travel. Discover how sorting shoes, creating t-shirts, curating art and analyzing business processes expanded her global mindset and thoughts about a future career in operations management.
A speaker stands at a podium during an event celebrating 25 years of partnership between Honda and The Ohio State University, with large “25” decorations and red, white, and silver balloons on stage.
October 31, 2025
The Ohio State University

Ohio State and Honda Celebrate 25 Years of innovation, education and shared success

For 25 years, Honda and Ohio State have fueled innovation through a partnership that’s generated $130 million in research and philanthropy, supported thousands of students, including graduate students at Fisher, and advanced education, workforce development and sustainable mobility across Ohio and beyond.
Group photo of Dick Hitchcock, friends and family holding the Columbus Logistics Hall of Fame award
October 30, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Ohio State alum honored as inaugural Columbus Logistics Hall of Famer

After a nearly 60-year career in sales marketing for the transportation industry, alumnus Dick Hitchcock (BS ’57) became the Columbus Logistics Hall of Fame’s inaugural inductee. Learn more about his extraordinary career of service and innovation ― and Fisher’s continued connection to the area’s vibrant logistics community.
Becky Griffin seated on stage with students Marlie Moner and Chantel Fucci
October 20, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

LeadX series kicks off with curiosity and authenticity from alumna Becky Griffin

From navigating uncertainty to reflecting on work-life balance, authenticity and her biggest failures, Becky Griffin kicked off Fisher’s LeadX: Unplugged speaker series with candid perspectives appreciated by Business Buckeyes. Learn more about what lessons, shared by JPMorganChase’s top Columbus executive, resonated with a ballroom filled with Fisher students.
Jeff Dotson gestures to a projector screen in a classroom.
October 10, 2025
Columbus Business First

On AI, Ohio State goes for bold

A look at the bold, wide-ranging effort to ensure all Ohio State students are AI fluent by the time they graduate, including all the ways Fisher is building on a strong foundation of AI adoption.
A collage of Fisher's 2025 Homecoming Court attendees.
September 22, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Meet Fisher's 2025 Homecoming Court representatives

Fisher students on Ohio State's 2025 Homecoming Court embody the spirit of Buckeye pride through their commitment to community, resilience and lifelong connection. Their stories reflect how Business Buckeyes are shaping the future with purpose and passion.
Collage of ten new faculty headshots
August 25, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Introducing Fisher's new 2025 faculty

Meet the newest faculty members who are bringing their research, business backgrounds and teaching experience to Fisher students for the 2025 academic year.
Group of students pose on platform with water and mountains in the background in Argentina.
August 21, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Strengthening social enterprises through global consulting

Fisher students transcended language and borders this summer to support social enterprises and nonprofits around the globe. Learn how they applied their marketing and strategic expertise at organizations dedicated to causes including ocean cleanup and conservation, food distribution, after-school programs and employment training in extremely remote areas.
Tyler DiFranco in shorts with oversized sculpture of person with flowing hair and arch in the Court of the Moon in Celestial Park
August 18, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

The skill of thrill: Behind the scenes at Epic Universe with Tyler DiFranco

A behind-the-scenes internship at Universal Resorts has only fueled Tyler DiFranco’s passion for theme parks. The operations management student spent his summer learning the ins and outs of how amusement parks operate and how they provide guests (and fans such as himself) an escape from reality.
Headshot of Christopher Judd with Poets&Quants logo on left side
August 6, 2025
Poets&Quants

Poets&Quants: 2025 Best & Brightest Executive MBA, Christopher M. Judd, Ohio State

Serving as chief technology officer and co-owner of Manifest Solutions, creator of the Manifest Agility Bootcamp and co-valedictorian of his EMBA class earned Christopher M. Judd the honor of one of Poets&Quants best and brightest EMBAs to watch for 2025.
Kylene Chu in the stands with Center Court behind her at the Cincinnati Open
August 5, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

At center court with Cincinnati Open intern Kylene Chu

It’s game, set, match for Kylene Chu at the Cincinnati Open tennis tournament! Chu, a finance and inventory control intern, shares what it’s like to go from childhood spectator to summer intern at the longtime event.
Aravind Chandrasekaran smiles for a portrait on Fisher's campus.
July 16, 2025
Columbus Business First

Ohio State business school seeks stronger ties with Central Ohio companies

Dean Aravind Chandrasekaran's message to Ohio companies is simple: Don't call McKinsey or Accenture. Call us. He wants Fisher to be their first call for talent, innovation, expertise and strategic insight.
Group of students stand off to sides of neon DMZ sign in Toronto, Canada
July 8, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

An opportunity to live and learn international business

Unicorns, camels and Canadian commerce ― see how Fisher’s Global Business Living-Learning Community shaped the first-year perspectives and experiences of 18 Business Buckeyes.
A collage of Fisher-affiliated individuals selected to Forbes 30 Under 30 Columbus list.
July 7, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Forbes 30 Under 30 Columbus highlights Fisher talent

Meet the next generation of trailblazers: eight Fisher-affiliated innovators, athletes and entrepreneurs named to Forbes 30 Under 30 Columbus. Their leadership is shaping the future of health care, marketing, manufacturing and more.
Four MBA students stand on grass in front of a company sign in Germany holding a Fisher College of Business flag.
June 23, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Collaboration with JobsOhio yields valuable GAP experience for MBAs

Newly minted MBA alum Kyle Clark capped his Fisher journey with a hands-on consulting project in Germany, helping a company explore U.S. expansion. Discover how this immersive GAP experience and the college's connections with organizations such as JobsOhio are shaping global-ready leaders and strengthening Ohio’s business future.
Aravind Chandrasekaran leans against a brick pillar on Fisher's campus.
June 18, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Q&AC: Get to know Interim Dean Aravind Chandrasekaran

After more than 15 years as a researcher helping organizations thrive, Aravind Chandrasekaran (AC) is bringing that focus to a new role — interim dean of Fisher College of Business. Get to know AC and learn more about his aspirations to collectively transform business education at Fisher.
Group of 13 Distinguished Staff Award recipients with President Carter on the steps at Ohio Union
May 21, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

DiFeo honored for driving staff excellence, care and compassion

From her leadership of culture-enhancing initiatives at Fisher to the many ways she supports its employees, Melanie DiFeo is dedicated to making the college a premier place to work and teach. Her efforts earned her the prestigious honor of being named one of Ohio State’s 2025 Distinguished Staff Award recipients.
Large group of Fisher employees posing with their awards.
May 8, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Faculty and staff recognized for inspiring excellence

Fisher’s 2025 Recognition Luncheon celebrated the college community’s excellence in teaching and service, highlighting the leadership, creativity and compassionate team players who make the college a destination for the very best in business education.
Portrait of Aravind Chandrasekaran
May 7, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Chandrasekaran appointed as interim dean of Fisher College of Business

Aravind Chandrasekaran has been named the college's interim dean for a two-year term. Chandrasekaran, who has served as senior associate dean, as well as the Fisher Distinguished Professor of Operations, will bring bold leadership that continues the college's positive growth, distinction and impact.
Mike Doss on stage in a gray suit delivering a talk at the 2025 COE Summit.
April 29, 2025
The Ohio State University

National champion Mike Doss shares how Buckeyes prepared him for business success

National champion Buckeye Mike Doss (MBOE '19) returned to Fisher and the Center for Operational Excellence (COE), delivering a keynote at the 2025 COE Summit, where he shared lessons from his time on the football field ― and his journey back to Ohio State.
A statue of Brutus Buckeye wearing fatigues and standing outside of the ROTC building with Fisher's campus in the background.
April 28, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

New scholarships expanding veterans’ access to Full-Time MBA degree

As part of an ongoing collaboration, Fisher and the National Veterans Leadership Foundation have announced the availability of up to five full-tuition scholarships for highly qualified veterans and military-connected individuals interested in earning an MBA.
Bri Harris in cap and gown outside in the Fisher quad.
April 28, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Accounting for a change in plans: Bri Harris (BSBA ’25, MAcc ’25)

Becoming a Business Buckeye led recent graduate Bri Harris (BSBA '25 and MAcc '25) down a new career pathway. Discover how faculty, staff and programs like Fisher FIRST and Project THRIVE influenced her academic career and passion for accounting.
Brian Speckman poses with a baton during his tryout for drum major.
April 26, 2025
The Ohio State University

Ohio State Marching Band selects 2025 drum majors

Accounting student Brian Speckman was named assistant drum major of The Ohio State University Marching Band for the 2025 season. Learn more about Brian and his role with TBDBITL.