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Open book resting on someone’s lap while reading by the ocean under a bright blue sky.
August 7, 2026
Cleveland.com

Why summer always feels too short in our best life

August may feel like a long goodbye to a too-short summer, and there's a scientific reason for that, according to research by Fisher's Selin Malkoc.
Republicans spent years targeting progressive dark money. That could now boomerang on Trump.
July 27, 2026
CBS News

Republicans spent years targeting progressive dark money. That could now boomerang on Trump.

Charities face broad public-disclosure requirements "at least in part because they are publicly supported through tax benefits," said Brian Mittendorf, the H.P. Wolfe Chair in Accounting at Fisher, who specializes in nonprofit accounting.
Spilled coffee cup resting on a laptop keyboard, with coffee spread across the computer.
July 23, 2026
The New York Times

Gen Z fell out of love with work. I don’t blame them.

Groundbreaking research by Tim Judge, the Joseph A. Alutto Chair in Leadership Effectiveness, sheds light on current sentiments toward opportunities and work shared by Gen Z.
Aerial view of downtown Columbus, Ohio, featuring the city skyline, Scioto River, and surrounding green parkland on a sunny day.
July 23, 2026
Axios

Columbus unemployment reaches new modern low

Columbus-area unemployment in May was at its lowest point in decades and the second lowest among major U.S. metros. The low unemployment data, however, isn't necessarily a good thing, says Professor Ben Campbell.
Aerial view of a dense residential neighborhood with closely spaced houses, driveways, parked cars, and narrow yards lining a city street.
July 22, 2026
Los Angeles Times

Over 3 years, homeless nonprofit paid more than $1.7 million to companies owned by its chief executive

Over three years, the homeless housing nonprofit A Step to Freedom paid more than $1.7 million to two companies owned by its chief executive, according to the Los Angeles Times. Brian Mittendorf, the H.P. Wolfe Chair in Accounting at Fisher, said the contracts pose serious conflict-of-interest risks amid growing scrutiny of how homelessness dollars are monitored and spent across L.A. County.
Changing trends in workplace culture
July 1, 2026
WOSU

Changing trends in workplace culture

From unorthodox schedules going against the traditional 9 to 5 to new methods in how work gets done, Lori Kendall, academic director of Fisher's Full-Time MBA program and a management and human resources expert, shares her perspectives on how people are working in 2026.
What is a budget?
June 25, 2026
WalletHub

What is a budget?

Clinical Associate Professor of Finance Jay Wellman provides some basic information about budgeting, its purpose and tips for long-term success.
A headshot of Brian Mittendorf
June 22, 2026
The Reload

NRA faces new financial peril

Brian Mittendorf, the H.P. Wolfe Chair in Accounting at Fisher, explains the battle between the National Rifle Association's foundation and the NRA membership organization, which recently escalated when the foundation's leadership dropped the NRA moniker from the group's name.
Vince Castillo in a dark suit and red tie.
June 11, 2026
The Chronicle of Higher Education

Can colleges make all their students ‘AI fluent’?

Assistant Professor of Logistics Vince Castillo says the pace of change within the development of artificial intelligence is prompting universities to move quicker to adapt and adopt fluency initiatives.
Vince Castillo, in a suit, gestures to a presentation slide.
May 24, 2026
The Columbus Dispatch

Faculty debate the promise, perils of Ohio State's AI Fluency Initiative

For Assistant Professor of Logistics Vince Castillo, his lightbulb moment regarding AI happened pretty quickly following the release of OpenAI's release of ChatGPT: professors shouldn’t be trying to fight AI in the classroom. Rather, he said, they should embrace it — not purely out of interest but also out of necessity. That belief is at the heart of Ohio State's AI Fluency initiative.
Ohio State program pairs scientists, MBA students to advance technology
May 6, 2026
The Ohio State University

Ohio State program pairs scientists, MBA students to advance technology

The Future Leaders in Innovation and Entrepreneurship program is fostering collaboration between Full-Time MBA students at Fisher and professionals in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields to explore commercial opportunities for Ohio State research.
Why Columbus is a top food test market
May 4, 2026
Axios

Why Columbus is a top food test market

Brian Hipsher, senior lecturer in marketing, helps explain why Columbus has long been, and continues to be, a top market for restaurants to try new products and concepts.
Ohio State expert suggests staying the course through early AI adoption in the workplace
May 4, 2026
WOSU

Ohio State expert suggests staying the course through early AI adoption in the workplace

Associate Professor of Marketing and Logistics Jeff Dotson said that people, including students, should be familiar with artificial intelligence and how those tools can make them stand out as employees.
cbuzz: Aravind Chandrasekaran on experiential learning, responsible AI and leadership | Columbus Chamber of Commerce
May 3, 2026
Max M. Fisher College of Business

cbuzz: Aravind Chandrasekaran on experiential learning, responsible AI and leadership

What does the future of business education look like? Fisher's Interim Dean Aravind Chandrasekaran discusses experiential learning, responsible AI and leadership development — and how Fisher is preparing an adaptable, forward-thinking workforce for a rapidly evolving business landscape.
Fans visit the Taco Bell truck before a college football championship.
April 29, 2026
Marketplace

Taco Bell serves up cultural relevancy, boosting sales

Taco Bell saw an 8% increase in same-store sales, a key metric restaurants use to measure the health of a business. Part of its success, says Senior Lecturer Jon Quinn, is its brand authenticity.
AI political ads pop up in Ohio races as state lawmakers stall on regulating them
April 26, 2026
Cleveland.com

AI political ads pop up in Ohio races as state lawmakers stall on regulating them

Ohio, unlike a majority of other states, has no regulations at all governing the use of AI in political communications, from campaign ads to malicious “deepfakes” of candidates. But, "research shows that voters strongly despise underhanded campaign tactics,” according to Xiaoyan Deng, associate professor of marketing at Fisher.
Vince Castillo speaks with students working on laptops in a classroom discussion.
April 2, 2026
The Ohio State University

What does AI in the classroom look like?

How is Fisher incorporating AI in the classroom? Vince Castillo, assistant professor of marketing and logistics, created a game using AI to teach his students the real world of supply chain management. The result? A hands-on experience that teaches students how the technology, combined with their supply chain knowledge, can help produce better and more efficient results.
Kathy Wantuch answers questions in a black shirt in front of a Block O.
April 1, 2026
The Ohio State University

Should I use AI for my taxes?

Kathy Wantuch, senior lecturer in accounting and management information systems at Fisher, talks about the considerations and risks associated with using AI for tax preparation.
Hand holding a smartphone displaying the OpenAI logo, with blurred text about generative AI visible on a screen in the background.
March 24, 2026
The Associated Press

OpenAI Foundation pledges $1B in grants to ensure AI 'benefits all of humanity'

The nonprofit that controls the artificial intelligence maker OpenAI pledged Tuesday to grant out $1 billion over the next year and to build up its capacity as a philanthropic funder. Brian Mittendorf, the H.P. Wolfe Chair in Accounting, says tax statements are just one indicator of an organization's commitment to charitable activity.
Graphic image of headshot of Alice Li in center, surrounded by KeyBank tower in Cleveland on left and right sides
February 17, 2026
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Ideas and impact: Unlocking industry opportunities through academic partnerships

What happens when academic research meets real-world business needs? Associate Professor of Marketing Alice Li is collaborating with KeyBank to put evidence-based insights to work. Together, they’re exploring new marketing strategies that spark innovation, deliver measurable results and create added value for the bank and its customers.
Rick Scott is escorted through the halls of a Capitol building.
February 6, 2026
ProPublica

The Clear Labels Act would change what you know about your prescription medication

The bill, introduced by Sens. Rick Scott and Kirsten Gillibrand and informed by research led by Fisher Professor John Gray, follows a bipartisan investigation that cited ProPublica’s reporting on dangerous foreign drugmakers and the medicine they continued to sell in the U.S.
Headshot of John Gray with sidebar image of red and white pills
January 30, 2026
Max M. Fisher College of Business

Gray’s research into pharmaceutical supply chains receives U.S. Senate audience

Professor John Gray appeared before the U.S. Senate Committee on Aging to share his insights on the risks associated with drugs made overseas. He cited the unintended side effects of these drugs due to contaminated factories and types of ingredients used as reasons that truth in drug labeling is important.
A graduate in a cap and gown stands atop a computer microchip, symbolizing the intersection of education and technology.
January 20, 2026
New York Magazine

What is college for in the age of AI?

Young graduates can’t find jobs. Schools know they have to make big changes. But what? At Fisher, Professor Vince Castillo continues to refine how he uses AI in his classroom to help foster strategic thinking from his students.
People in a conference room viewing and discussing large research posters displayed on black stands, with multiple posters arranged in rows and a ceiling-mounted projector visible above.
December 9, 2025
The Ohio State University

Ohio State, partner organizations discuss how collaborating helps communities

Ohio State students, faculty and staff met with government and community leaders to explore collaborative benefits. Fisher Professor Andrea Contigiani highlighted partnerships training immigrants in entrepreneurship and linking students with refugee communities to overcome barriers, launch businesses and strengthen economic contributions.
An illustration of a person wearing a Santa hat gives a wrapped gift to another person at an office desk with an April calendar on the wall.
December 5, 2025
The Wall Street Journal

The surprising (and reassuring) truth about late presents

Gift givers think it’s the ultimate faux pas. But research from Fisher's Grant Donnelly, Rebecca Walker Reczek and PhD graduate Cory Haltman suggests that those on the receiving end don’t mind nearly as much as we fear.