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Frank Abagnale sits in front of an open bank vault
June 19, 2020
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
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.
Masters courses clear way for other credentials
June 14, 2020
Financial Times

Masters courses clear way for other credentials

Many MiF programs offer a route to more specialized professional qualifications. In 2018, Fisher teamed up with the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association. The deal means students can apply for scholarships to sit the Level I CAIA exam, the first step towards earning a CAIA charter.
Mackenzie Hitchcock headshot
June 10, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Accounting alumna honored for CPA performance 

For many accounting graduates, passing the CPA exam can be a daunting task. It was for Mackenzie Hitchcock, but the MAcc alumna did far better than simply pass the exam. She earned accolades for her performance on it.  
Ohio State seal on the Oval
June 9, 2020
The Lantern

Ohio State colleges respond to protests and racial injustices

At the Fisher College of Business, faculty and staff members plan to host a series of forums to analyze ways the college can address the barriers students of color face — both outside of Ohio State as well as within the college itself, said Cynthia Turner, assistant dean and chief diversity officer for the college.
Incubators and other medical equipment inside Nationwide Children's Hospital
June 1, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Industry Immersion students, partners adapt to COVID-19 disruption 

A worldwide pandemic may have stopped much of the world in its tracks, but students and project partners involved in Fisher's Health Care Industry Immersion program didn’t skip a beat. 
Poets&Quants 2020 MBAs To Watch: Karla Berberich
May 31, 2020
Poets&Quants

Poets&Quants 2020 MBAs To Watch: Karla Berberich

Karla Berberich is an "east coast transplant and crab cake enthusiast starting a new life in OH-IO.” SHe was also named a Poets&Quants MBA To Watch for 2020.
Poets&Quants 2020 MBAs To Watch: Kartik Mukundan
May 31, 2020
Poets&Quants

Poets&Quants 2020 MBAs To Watch: Kartik Mukundan

Describing himself as someone who is "constantly striving to positively impact society and bring out the best in people,” Kartik Mukundan was named by Poets&Quants as one of their MBAs To Watch for 2020.
Poets&Quants 2020 MBAs To Watch: Alex Beutel
May 31, 2020
Poets&Quants

Poets&Quants 2020 MBAs To Watch: Alex Beutel

MBA student Alex Beutel "was in urban education, will be a business leader, constantly learning in between.” He was also selected by Poets&Quants as a one of the publication's MBAs to Watch for 2020.
data analytics graph and pointer
May 11, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Specialized Master in Business Analytics offering completely online option 

Beginning in the fall semester 2020, select students enrolled in Fisher’s Specialized Master in Business-Analytics (SMB-A) program will be able to live-stream and complete the program’s Saturday instructional sessions online. 
Mason Hall and its rotunda
May 4, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Embracing the disruption caused by COVID-19 

When Ohio State announced its plan to transition to online-only classes in the face of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, accounting students at Fisher were caught off-guard. They, along with faculty, share their thoughts on the sudden transition — and success — of distance learning. 
Poets&Quants 2020 Best & Brightest MBAs: Carmen Elena Ferreyra Palomino
May 3, 2020
Poets&Quants

Poets&Quants 2020 Best & Brightest MBAs: Carmen Elena Ferreyra Palomino

A self-described "proud Latina Peruvian; a reliable, curious, hardworking, service-oriented leader, and business professional,” Carmen Elena Ferreyra Palomino was named one of the Poets&Quants’ Best & Brightest Business MBAs of 2020.
Cap and gown still a popular option for Ohio State’s virtual commencement
April 30, 2020
The Ohio State University

Cap and gown still a popular option for Ohio State’s virtual commencement

Ohio State's virtual commencement doesn’t mean students and families like Damien Connelley's are forgoing the traditions of commencement. Instead, they are taking graduation photos, planning small parties and investing in the defining symbol of the conclusion of a college career: the cap and gown. Check out the family's story of how it was able to keep this tradition alive amid unprecedented disruption.
Two Ohio State students explaining tax rules to a participant
April 30, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Frequent filers: VITA provides Fisher students with experiential learning while helping others 

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program continues to connect accounting students at Fisher with taxpayers in need of tax prep help.
MAcc students listen to presenter at the Washington Campus
April 24, 2020
Fisher College of Business

MAcc students expand career horizons as part of the Washington Campus trip 

Accompanied by Tzachi Zach, director of the MAcc program, 20 students ventured to Washington D.C., where they spent three days as part of the Washington Campus learning about the relationship between accounting, government and public policy.  
Together as Buckeyes: Our academic commitment amid COVID-19
April 20, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Together as Buckeyes: Our academic commitment amid COVID-19

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fisher College of Business community worked together to make the transition to online curriculum delivery a successful one. Hear from faculty members and students about the sudden adjustment to distance learning.
FisherStrong: Pivoting to produce PPE
April 16, 2020
The Ohio State University

FisherStrong: Student's startup pivots to producing PPE

Fisher student Aaron Westbrook recognized a need and addressed it. Today, his company Form5 Prosthetics has shifted its operations to producing protective face shields for health care workers.
Fisher students in front of ornate buildings in Portugal
April 15, 2020
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.
From classroom to quarantine: Remote learning in the age of COVID-19
April 10, 2020
The Ohio State University

From classroom to quarantine: Remote learning in the age of COVID-19

With campus closed and much of the world sheltering in place because of the coronavirus outbreak, first-year business student Kexin (Cathy) Qian decided to leave Ohio State for her home in Guangzhou, China. Three weeks after boarding a plane at John Glenn International Airport, she finally made it. 
Poets&Quants 2020 Best & Brightest: Jaret Waters
April 5, 2020
Poets&Quants

Poets&Quants 2020 Best & Brightest: Jaret Waters

“My two greatest passions are Latin American studies and the Real Housewives franchise.” Learn even more about Jaret Waters, who was selected by Poets&Quants’ as one of its Best & Brightest Business Majors of 2020. 
Poets&Quants 2020 Best & Brightest: Jordan Sibley
April 5, 2020
Poets&Quants

Poets&Quants 2020 Best & Brightest: Jordan Sibley

Meet Jordan Sibley, a "motivating, God-fearing, self-driven, responsible individual who intends to uplift and create change.” Sibley was named one of the Poets&Quants’ Best & Brightest Business Majors of 2020.
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.
Group of Fisher students smiling prior to the showcase
March 23, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Fisher students showcase research at Denman

More than a dozen students with a passion for research were invited to showcase their efforts at a special competition.
Cynthia Turner in a classroom
March 20, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Rising Leaders Program connects elementary students to Fisher

Fisher College of Business recently hosted sixth-grade students from Livingston Elementary School for the inaugural Rising Leaders Youth Program. The event was designed to introduce the next generation of leaders to Ohio State and to business-specific topics such as personal branding.
2020 Student Pace Setter Award winners
March 13, 2020
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.

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