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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.
Sergio in gown sitting on steps outside Fisher Hall.
April 25, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Leaping to learn: Sérgio Ribeiro Da Silva (SMF ’25)

Sérgio Ribeiro Da Silva’s (SMF ’25) journey from Brazil to Columbus was meant to provide he and his family with an educational opportunity that would lead to a better future. Discover how his time and experiences at Fisher ultimately shaped his growth and gratitude toward everyone who helped him succeed.
Christopher Judd in cap and gown sitting outside in the Daley Pavillion
April 23, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Continuous learning and growth: Christopher Judd (EMBA ’25)

Meet Christopher Judd (EMBA ’25), IT consultant and a valedictorian of Fisher’s Executive MBA Class of 2025. As a new graduate, Chris reflects on his time in the program and shares how offerings such as immersion trips, intensive coursework, and engagement with alumni broadened his perspective and confidence as a leader.
EMBA graduates Subbaiah Annamalai, Cris Ueno and Liz Varga pose in their cap and gowns on Fisher's campus
April 21, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

What’s next in your career? Is an Executive MBA the answer?

Facing mid-life questions like "What's next for me?" and "Am I maximizing my potential?", professionals are turning to Fisher’s Executive MBA program for direction. With an engaging curriculum, impactful domestic and international immersions and transformative coaching, the EMBA helps professionals redefine their professional paths and achieve significant career growth.
John Piehowicz sits smiling wearing an Ohio State stocking cap on the ice at the Ohio State Ice Arena.
April 17, 2025
Fisher College of Business

How my finance degree helps me coach young athletes

Meet John Piehowicz, a fourth-year student who's blending his experiences at Fisher with a unique opportunity to put leadership his skills into practice as a high school varsity hockey head coach.
Person holding images of AI icons in hands
April 16, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

“An alien lifeform”: Teaching students the power and responsibility of AI

From curriculum to research and entrepreneurial creations, Fisher professors are embracing artificial intelligence to help students understand the technology and how to use AI responsibly.
Five undergraduate students pose together in their Ohio State sweatshirts
April 7, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Undergraduates share their college perspectives with Rising Leaders

Meeting Brutus Buckeye and experiencing the excitement of a college campus helped 150 Columbus Public Schools students feel like Buckeyes for a day. The Rising Leaders program connected the fourth graders with Fisher undergraduates and professors during a day of learning and college exploration.
Ohio State, U.S. Army Reserve partner on training program
March 31, 2025
The Ohio State University

Ohio State, U.S. Army Reserve partner on training program

A series hosted Ohio State’s Center for International Business Education and Research and the Center for African Studies is helping a U.S. Army Reserve unit prepare for an upcoming deployment to Africa. The events focused on conflict resolution, peacebuilding and the political, economic and social landscapes of various African nations where service members will be stationed.
Group photo on stage of Pace Setters honorees with Interim Dean Trevor Brown
March 31, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Pace Setters Awards celebrate excellence and leadership

The Pace Setters Awards honor the college’s top business students who excel in and out of the classroom. Learn more about this year’s high-achieving group of leaders who exemplify the purpose and passion that define Fisher students and graduates.
Sean Osborn poses with his poster presentation of his research.
March 27, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Research project is personal for Business Buckeye

A desire to help his brother with an intellectual disability, coupled with a curiosity about psychology, sparked student Sean Osborn’s interest in research. Participating in Fisher’s Research Distinction honors program and the Denman Forum furthered that curiosity and has influenced his long-term professional goals.
Full-time MBA students gather for group photo under Nestle logo
February 18, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Helping MBA students explore career paths

See how a recent visit to Nestlé USA’s headquarters exemplified the purpose of Fisher’s new Career and Industry Immersion Academies and provided Full-Time MBA students an immersive look at real-world supply chain processes, market trends and effective cross-department collaboration.
Honors Leadership students display resilient leader certificates
January 21, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Honors program is building resilient leaders

Soft skills such as compassion, emotional intelligence, empathy and communication are essential to resilient leadership. Learn how students in the Honors Leadership program are combining these skills with their business education to build relationships, discover shared values and understand how to manage change.
Lucas Tai standing outside the entrance to the White House
January 17, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Lucas Tai named Ohio State’s first Schwarzman Scholar

Lucas Tai’s (BSBA ’23) academic and professional careers have been an intersection of his many interests: government service, the automotive industry, sustainability, emerging technologies, economics and public policy. Recently selected as Ohio State’s first-ever Schwarzman Scholar, Tai is excited for the global fellowship ― and its potential to help him revitalize the Midwest.
Jess Pfister stands next the block O and Wexner Medical Center sign on roof of building.
January 13, 2025
Max M. Fisher College of Business

From advocacy to advancement: Jess Pfister

A clinician at heart, Jess Pfister (MBA ’19) loves creating exceptional experiences for patients at the Wexner Medical Center Outpatient Care New Albany. As an advocate for family, patients and staff, she finds ways to speak for those who don’t have a voice. Find out how this servant leader has leaned into the uncomfortable to not only stay patient-centered, but to advance her career.
Portraits of four students part of the winning Buckeye Business Builders team
December 12, 2024
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Fisher students soar to international case competition win

A team of Fisher students won the BisNet International Case Competition by creating the best strategy for an international airline company looking to re-enter the Argentinian market. Learn more about how the students tackled the challenge at the fifth annual event.
Cole Heidelberger with Harlan Cohen and fellow Fisher students and graduate following the leadership symposium.
November 7, 2024
Max M. 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
Max M. 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
Max M. 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
Max M. 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
Max M. 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
Max M. 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.